Body Parts, Glass & Mirror Replacement in Franklin, WI
Bumpers, fenders, panels, doors, windows, mirrors, running boards — sourced smart, fitted right, refinished to match.
When Replacement Beats Repair
Good body work isn't about always repairing or always replacing — it's about knowing which one serves you better for each damaged part. A cracked bumper cover with broken mounting tabs is usually cheaper to replace than to rebuild. A lightly dented fender is usually cheaper to repair. Because Root River Auto Body does both, our estimate reflects what's actually best, not what we're limited to.
Every replacement part is fitted with correct gaps and alignment, and painted parts are refinished with computerized color matching so nothing looks "replaced."
Parts We Replace Every Week
- Bumpers & bumper covers (front and rear)
- Fenders & quarter panels
- Doors, hoods, tailgates & trunk lids
- Windows & glass
- Side mirrors & painted mirror caps
- Running boards & rocker trim
- Grilles, headlights & taillights
- Moldings, trim & other common parts
Wondering about OEM vs. aftermarket? We wrote a plain-English guide: OEM vs. aftermarket parts — what's actually on your car after a repair.
Your Parts Options, Explained Honestly
OEM (Original Equipment)
Made by or for your vehicle's manufacturer. Best fit and finish, highest cost. Often worth it for newer vehicles, leased vehicles, and structural or safety-related parts.
Quality Aftermarket
Made by third parties. Quality varies widely — which is why shop experience matters. We use aftermarket parts we've had good fitment history with, and reject the ones we haven't.
Recycled OEM
Genuine factory parts from salvage vehicles. Factory fit at a lower price — often the smart choice for older vehicles where new OEM pricing doesn't make sense.
On insurance repairs, your policy language often sets the default parts type — but you have choices, and we'll explain them before any work starts. See our insurance page or read the full parts guide.
Glass, Windows & Mirrors
Broken glass rarely travels alone — a break-in that smashed your window often scratched the door paint; the mishap that folded your mirror may have scraped the fender. We replace door glass and windows, side mirrors (including color-matched painted caps), and repair the surrounding damage in the same visit, so one incident means one trip.
Running Boards & Truck/SUV Parts
Franklin and the surrounding Milwaukee County suburbs run on trucks and SUVs, and we replace the parts they're hard on: running boards, rocker trim, tailgates, fender flares, and mirrors that met a garage door frame. Rusted running boards and rockers can often be handled together with our rust repair and metal work.
Parts Replacement FAQs
Should a damaged bumper be repaired or replaced?
Scuffs and minor cracks in plastic bumper covers can often be repaired and refinished. Deep cracks, broken mounting tabs, or crushed impact absorbers behind the cover usually mean replacement is safer — and often no more expensive. We quote both options whenever both are viable.
Do you use OEM or aftermarket parts?
We can source OEM, quality aftermarket, and recycled OEM parts, and we explain the trade-offs for your specific repair. On insurance claims your policy often dictates the default, but you have options and we walk you through them.
Will a replacement panel match my car's color?
Yes. Replacement panels typically arrive primed, not painted. We refinish them with computerized color matching and blend into adjacent panels, so the new part is indistinguishable from the rest of the vehicle.
Do you replace car windows, glass, and mirrors?
Yes — window and glass replacement, side mirrors including painted mirror caps, and the door panel or regulator work that often goes with broken glass.
Need a Part Replaced? Get Real Numbers First.
Stop in at 8595 S 27th St. in Franklin — no appointment necessary — and we'll price your options: repair vs. replace, OEM vs. aftermarket.