Best Animal Collision Repair Near Me in Jackson Hole

If you have hit a deer, elk, moose, or other wildlife on the roads around Jackson Hole, Mike's Body Shop at 1655 Martin Lane is the best animal collision repair near you. We have repaired hundreds of wildlife collision vehicles over the years and understand the specific patterns of damage these impacts create — from crumpled hoods and shattered windshields to bent frames and deployed airbags.

Jackson Hole is one of the most wildlife-rich areas in North America. Elk, mule deer, moose, pronghorn, and even bison regularly cross roads throughout Teton County. The Wyoming Department of Transportation records hundreds of wildlife-vehicle strikes in Teton County every year, and many more go unreported. When these collisions happen, you need a repair shop that knows how to handle the damage properly.

A collision with a large animal can cause devastating damage. A mature elk can weigh 700-1,000 pounds. A bull moose can exceed 1,200 pounds. Even a mule deer at 150-300 pounds can cause thousands of dollars in damage at highway speeds. Mike's Body Shop has the equipment, expertise, and insurance claims experience to restore your vehicle safely and completely. Call (307) 733-6461 for a free assessment.

Mike's Body Shop handles every type of wildlife collision damage:

• Front-end damage — Crushed hoods, shattered grilles, bent bumper assemblies, destroyed headlights, damaged radiators, and bent core supports. We methodically address every layer of damage.
• Windshield and roof damage — In high-speed collisions with large animals, the animal often rolls up over the hood and into the windshield. We repair or replace windshields, roof panels, and A-pillars. Our sister brand Windshield Doctor handles glass replacement while we repair the body structure.
• Side damage — Animals that run into the side of a moving vehicle can dent doors, bend mirrors, crack glass, and damage quarter panels.
• Undercarriage damage — Striking an animal at speed can sweep it beneath the vehicle, damaging the exhaust system, fuel lines, brake lines, and suspension components. We always inspect the undercarriage thoroughly.
• Frame and structural damage — Large animal impacts can bend frame rails and unibody structures. Our frame straightening equipment restores factory dimensions.

Animal collisions are covered under your comprehensive insurance, and we handle the entire claims process. From initial documentation through final delivery, we make the repair experience as smooth as possible.

Mike's Body Shop provides animal collision repair throughout the Jackson Hole region. Our customers come from Jackson, Wilson, Teton Village, Alta, Driggs, Hoback Junction, Alpine, and throughout Teton County. We understand the specific wildlife corridors and high-risk roads in the area:

• Highway 89/191 through Grand Teton National Park — Elk, bison, moose, and deer are frequently on or near the highway.
• Highway 22 near Wilson — The Snake River bottoms are prime moose habitat.
• Moose-Wilson Road — Named for a reason — moose are seen on this road almost daily.
• Teton Pass — Deer and elk cross the pass road, and reduced visibility on curves adds to the danger.
• Highway 26/89 south of Jackson — The route toward Hoback Junction passes through prime deer and elk habitat.

If your vehicle is not drivable after an animal collision, we can help coordinate towing to our shop. Call (307) 733-6461.

Animal collisions are covered under the comprehensive portion of your auto insurance policy, not the collision portion. This is an important distinction because comprehensive claims are generally treated as "no-fault" events — they are acts of nature that you could not avoid, similar to hail damage or a tree falling on your car.

Key points about animal collision insurance claims:

• Comprehensive coverage is required — liability-only policies do not cover animal strike damage.
• You will pay your comprehensive deductible, which is often lower than your collision deductible.
• Most insurers do not raise premiums for a single comprehensive claim, since it is not an at-fault accident.
• If the damage totals your vehicle, your insurer will pay the fair market value minus your deductible.

Mike's Body Shop handles animal collision insurance claims routinely. We document the damage thoroughly, submit detailed estimates with photos, and communicate directly with your adjuster to move the process along.