It is far better for us to meet with the adjuster for many factors.  If we have the car in our care - we will use special lights to make sure the adjuster does not miss anything.  We need to get it done first off instead of having to do what's called a supplement, and this can take up to a week.  So the day before the adjuster is set to see the car, we get you in a car rental and have the vehicle at our shop.
By law your are not required to get any estimates from anyone.  This is a common misconception that is completely false.  Colorado Motorist Bill Of Rights states you do not have to get but a single estimate and you choose your facility and have them take care of the rest.