North OC · 36 miles southeast of the shop
Auto body & collision repair for Los Alamitos
Los Alamitos is about 46 road miles from our Sun Valley shop. The I-5 north through the Gateway Cities and downtown, or the CA-57 north to the I-210 west, brings North OC vehicles to Sun Valley. California law lets you choose your body shop, so the drive is the only thing to weigh.
After a collision in Los Alamitos
Who shows up, and what to do.
Los Alamitos has its own police department, so collisions on city streets are handled by the Los Alamitos Police Department. Collisions on the I-605 and I-405 are handled by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Collision report lookup- 01
Safety first
If anyone is hurt, call 911. If the cars can be moved and it's safe, get out of traffic.
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Report it to the right agency
On Los Alamitos's local streets that's Los Alamitos Police Department; on the I-605 and I-405, the CHP.
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Exchange information and take photos
Names, license, plate, insurer and policy number — then photos of both cars, the scene and the damage.
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File a DMV SR-1 within 10 days if required
California requires it when anyone is injured or property damage exceeds $1,000.
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Choose your shop
Your insurer can't require a particular body shop (Cal. Ins. Code § 758.5). Tell them your car is going to Top Tier.
LA basin, street-parked
What North OC roads do to cars.
Parking-lot and visitor-traffic damage around Anaheim's resort district.
Rear-end collisions on the CA-91, I-5 and CA-57.
Sun-baked clearcoat on vehicles parked outside all day.
The CA-91, I-5, CA-57 and I-605 carry North County's traffic, and the CA-91 east of the CA-57 is among the most congested commuter corridors in California.
Basin cars live outdoors, in traffic and on the street. Sun, traffic film and bird droppings etch clearcoat, and street parking multiplies scrapes and hit-and-run damage. Small breaks in the paint are cheapest to fix before they spread.
- I-605 (San Gabriel River Freeway)
- I-405 (San Diego Freeway)
Getting here
Los Alamitos → Sun Valley
The I-5 north through the Gateway Cities and downtown, or the CA-57 north to the I-210 west, brings North OC vehicles to Sun Valley.
Not drivable? We tow 24/7 — call (626) 646-7117 with your location in Los Alamitos.
11782 Sheldon St, Sun Valley, CA 91352
- Monday – Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Los Alamitos FAQ
Local answers.
Who takes a traffic collision report in Los Alamitos?
Los Alamitos has its own police department, so collisions on city streets are handled by the Los Alamitos Police Department. Collisions on the I-605 and I-405 are handled by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). If anyone is injured, call 911 first.
How far is Top Tier Auto Collision from Los Alamitos?
About 36 miles in a straight line — roughly 46 road miles. The I-5 north through the Gateway Cities and downtown, or the CA-57 north to the I-210 west, brings North OC vehicles to Sun Valley.
Do I have to use the body shop my insurance company recommends?
No. California Insurance Code section 758.5 prohibits insurers from requiring you to use a particular repair shop, and that applies in Los Alamitos the same as anywhere in California. Tell your insurer your car is going to Top Tier and we'll work with the adjuster directly.
Can you tow my car from Los Alamitos?
Yes — we offer 24/7 towing. Call (626) 646-7117 with your location.
Is it worth bringing my car from Los Alamitos to Sun Valley?
It can be — especially if the car was damaged in the Los Angeles area, you work or commute nearby, or you want a shop you trust. Start with photos through our free estimate form; you'll know what the repair involves before you decide on the drive.
Does the heat in Los Alamitos damage car paint?
Basin cars live outdoors, in traffic and on the street. Sun, traffic film and bird droppings etch clearcoat, and street parking multiplies scrapes and hit-and-run damage. Small breaks in the paint are cheapest to fix before they spread.
What if my collision happened on the freeway near Los Alamitos?
Collisions on the I-605 and I-405 are handled by the California Highway Patrol. Get to a safe place, exchange information, take photos, and note the nearest exit or call box number — it makes the CHP report and your insurance claim easier.
Los Alamitos damage? Handled.
Send photos for a free estimate, or call (626) 646-7117. We work with every insurance company.
11782 Sheldon St, Sun Valley · Mon–Fri 8–5 · Sat 9–3