Why Paint Correction?
Over time, the paint can accumulate imperfections such as scratches, swirl marks, and oxidation, which dull its appearance. Paint correction is essential for restoring your vehicle’s original shine and beauty, ultimately allowing your vehicle to shine at its best!
This process not only enhances the vehicle's aesthetic appeal by removing these defects, resulting in a smooth glossy finish that makes your vehicle look new again, but also increases its resale value by demonstrating meticulous care. Additionally, paint correction prepares the surface for protective coatings (i.e. ceramic coatings or polishing) ensuring optimal adhesion and longevity, thus providing long-term benefits for your vehicle's paintwork.
Paint Correction Pricing
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Starts at $450 - $750
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Starts at $550 - $850
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Starts at $750 - $1150
**Price is based on size, condition, and type of clear coat. General prices shown above. Please contact us for a more accurate quote***
The Paint Correction Process
Clean Wheels, Tires, & Fenders
Detail starts with a thorough cleaning of the wheel faces, wheel barrels, tires, and inner fender liner
Foam Hand Wash
Vehicle gets a thick layer of foam and a gentle hand wash (while we clean the door jambs, gas cap, and remove bugs from paint)
Chemically Remove Iron Particles
To ensure a clean surface, we remove iron particles from your paint via a chemical decontamination
Clay Bar Treatment
he next step to a clean surface is a clay bar treatment to remove any remaining embedded dirt and debris (your paint will feel really smooth).
Tape Off Sensitive Areas
To decrease polish build up or staining, we'll tape off and protect any trim/chrome/sensitive areas
Step 1: Compound Phase (Correction)
Safely remove a majority of the swirls and scratches from your paint with a machine polisher, cutting disc, and compound
Step 2: Polishing Phase (Polish)
This will increase shine and clarity by polishing the micro-scratches that are left over from the compound phase
Paint Wipe Down
To inspect true condition, we'll wipe down the paint to remove any leftover polish residue that can be hiding imperfections
Apply Paint Protection
Based on your choice of protection, we'll apply a wax, sealant, or a durable ceramic coating
Dress Tires, Plastic & Trim
To give the exterior an extra pop, most of the exterior plastic and trim will be dressed to an even black finish like the tires, fenders, and trim (it will not be greasy)
Clean Exterior Windows & Mirrors
We'll complete the detail with streak-free glass cleaning on all exterior surfaces
Final Touch Ups
We'll do a final inspection of all exterior surfaces and touch up any areas that need are attention