Schadenet Van Vliet

What Schadenet Van Vliet does

Schadenet Van Vliet is an auto body repair company based in Harmelen, Utrecht, Netherlands, operating under the legal entity Schadenet B.V. It was founded in 1990 as Autoschadeherstelbedrijf Harmelen, transitioned to sole leadership under Mr. Van Vliet, and in 2003 joined the Schadenet franchise network and rebranded to its current name while relocating to a three-times-larger workshop at Techniekweg 14. The business sits inside the Van Vliet Autogroep, a diversified Dutch automotive group that also includes Autocentrum Van Vliet (a multi-brand dealership representing Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, Kia, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Abarth, Jeep, Leapmotor, and Aiways) and Van Vliet Autolease (a leasing operation). Geographic service is concentrated in the Woerden/Harmelen region, with nationwide pickup and delivery for customer vehicles.

The service portfolio spans the full body-repair spectrum: autoruitschade (windshield repair, often while-you-wait), autoschadeherstel (full body repair), spot repair, paintless dent removal (uitdeuken zonder spuiten), bumper and rim repair, hail and storm damage repair, headlight polishing/replacement, polishing with protective coating, cosmetic interior and dashboard/upholstery repair, and merkherstel (certified restoration across all car brands using original parts, including premium and electric vehicles). Add-on services include free nationwide pickup/delivery, in-house replacement vehicles rated A or B for energy label, online damage handling, vehicle expertise/inspection, vehicle transport, fleet management (wagenparkbeheer), a complimentary car wash with every repair, and end-of-lease inspections via the Schadenetlease InspectieApp. The business holds ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environmental) certifications and is recognized under "Erkend Duurzaam" and "Duurzaam Repareren"; it is also a BOVAG member, providing customers access to the BOVAG Guarantee Fund and a 4-year paint warranty. The underlying technology stack is conventional for the trade—no proprietary AI/ML components—with digital layers limited to a mobile damage reporting flow, online scheduling/quoting, and the InspectieApp booking platform.

The revenue model is transaction-based: customers request quotes (often with photo upload) and pay per repair, with insurance companies settled directly. Go-to-market combines a physical workshop, a digital front door for appointment and quote requests, mobile damage reporting, and channel partners including all major Dutch insurers (via referral and direct-claim handling) and at least six named lease companies (ALD Automotive, Alphabet, Arval, Athlon Car Lease, Friesland Lease, International Car Lease Holding) that feed both inspection volume and downstream repair work. Three customer segments are served: private individuals (Particulieren), business/fleet operators (Zakelijk), and lease-company customers, with individuals and fleet owners treated as primary and lease referrals as a tertiary but high-channel-value stream.

Name

Schadenet Van Vliet

Legal name

Schadenet B.V.

Website

https://schadenetvanvliet.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Schadenet Van Vliet is a Harmelen, Netherlands-based auto body repair shop serving individuals, fleets, and leasing companies in the Woerden/Harmelen region. Founded in 1990 under Van Vliet Autogroep, it offers ISO- and BOVAG-certified vehicle damage repair and end-of-lease inspection services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Auto Body Repair Services

NAICS

Automotive Body, Paint, Interior, and Glass Repair (81112), Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance (811121)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Collision Repair, Bodywork & Paint (Light-Duty) (TLAKAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Auto Body Collision Repair (Cars & Light Trucks) (TLAKAEAA), Auto Glass Repair & Replacement (TLAKAAAH), Detailing, Decontamination & Finish Correction (Post-Repair) (TLAKAEAJ)

Keywords

• Auto body repair
• Vehicle damage repair
• Paintless dent removal
• Windshield repair services
• Automotive collision repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Harmelen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Auto Body Repair Services: Transaction-based auto body repair services including dent removal, painting, bumper repair, windshield repair, and full collision repair. Revenue generated per job with pricing based on damage assessment and repair scope.
2. Glass/Windshield Repair: Repair and replacement of automotive glass and windshields, often handled through insurance claims
3. Fleet/Vehicle Management Services: Wagenparkbeheer (fleet management) services for business customers, providing customized solutions for vehicle fleet maintenance and damage repair

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Schadenet Van Vliet is an auto body repair shop (autoschadebedrijf) based in Harmelen, Netherlands, providing comprehensive vehicle damage repair services. Core offerings include dent removal (including paintless dent removal), spot repair, full bodywork, bumper and rim repair, windshield/glass repair, hail and storm damage repair, polishing, and brand-certified repairs for all car makes including electric and premium vehicles. The company complements repair work with pickup/delivery service, replacement vehicles, online damage reporting, and direct insurance claim handling.

Product overview

Schadenet Van Vliet is an auto body repair company (autoschadebedrijf) offering a comprehensive range of vehicle damage repair services. The core offering consists of specialized repair services including autoruitschade (auto glass repair), autoschadeherstel (body repair), spotrepair (spot repair for small damages up to A4), uitdeuken zonder spuiten (paintless dent removal), hagelschade en stormschade (hail and storm damage), bumper en velgen reparatie (bumper and rim repair), polijsten (polishing), merkherstel (brand restoration for all car brands), and cosmetisch herstel (cosmetic repair). The company provides complementary add-on services including passend vervangend vervoer (replacement vehicles), haul- en brengservice (pickup/delivery), online schadeafhandeling (online damage handling), auto expertises (vehicle inspection), wagenparkbeheer (fleet management), and gratis wasbeurt (free car wash). Additional services include einde leasecontract (end-of-lease inspection via InspectieApp), offerte aanvragen (online quotes with photo submission), and reparatie plannen (online repair scheduling). The company operates under BOVAG certification and holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Autoschadeherstel (Auto Body Repair)

Quantifiable outcome

• In most cases, car is picked up and replacement vehicle provided immediately
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Van Vliet Autogroep (Van Vliet Autogroup)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1990Parent company group that includes Autocentrum Van Vliet (car dealership representing Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, Kia, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Abarth, Jeep, Leapmotor, Aiways), Schadenet Van Vliet (auto body repair), and Van Vliet Autolease (leasing company). Group structure provides integrated automotive services and referrals.
• SchadenetcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSchadenet is the franchise/network brand that Van Vliet joined. Provides brand recognition, quality standards, and network benefits across Dutch auto body repair market. The company operates under the Schadenet Van Vliet name.
• Insurance companies (Verzekeraars)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWorks with most/all insurance companies for direct claim handling and repair coordination. Insurance companies refer customers and in many cases arrange vehicle inspection through the shop.
• Lease companies (ALD Automotive, Alphabet, Arval, Athlon Car Lease, Friesland Lease, International Car Lease holding)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with major leasing companies for end-of-lease vehicle inspections. Customers can book inspections through the Schadenetlease InspectieApp platform. Leasing companies refer customers for repairs needed after inspections.
• BOVAG (Bond van Automobielhandelaren en -garages)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrade association membership providing credibility, access to BOVAG Garantiefonds, and ability to offer 4-year paint warranty backed by BOVAG.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Profile Car & Tyre Service: National Dutch chain providing tire, maintenance, and light repair services; competes for general automotive service demand and overlaps with Schadenet Van Vliet's preventive and cosmetic offerings.
• Kwik-Fit Netherlands: Large European automotive service chain with Dutch locations focused on tires, brakes, and maintenance; competes for routine service work that can substitute for parts of Schadenet Van Vliet's offering.
• AutoCrew (Bosch Service): Bosch-affiliated garage network offering general automotive repair; broader in scope than Schadenet Van Vliet but competes for similar maintenance and light repair customers in the Dutch market.

Direct peers

• Schadenet: Schadenet is the Dutch franchise/network brand of which Schadenet Van Vliet is a member; Schadenet franchisees share quality standards, brand recognition, and access to insurance/lease referrals, making them direct operational peers.
• SchadeHerstel.nl: Dutch auto body repair network that connects policyholders with affiliated body shops for insurance-driven collision repairs, directly comparable to Schadenet Van Vliet's insurance-led GTM motion.
• Fource Automotive: Fource is a major Dutch network of independent automotive service and repair shops, directly competing for the same insurance-referred collision and maintenance work across the Netherlands.
• Carglass Netherlands: Specialist in automotive glass repair and replacement with a national footprint in the Netherlands; overlaps with Schadenet Van Vliet's autoruitschade and glass repair services.

Regional players

• BOVAG Schadeherstel members: Network of BOVAG-affiliated body repair shops across the Netherlands holding the same 4-year paint warranty and quality standards; directly comparable on certifications, customer segments, and services to Schadenet Van Vliet.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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