Auto Detailing Q&A

In this section we will be answering some Auto Detailing questions generally asked by the public.

1.) Question: What is auto detailing, and how is it different from a regular car wash?

Answer: Auto detailing simply put is the attention to detail when washing/cleaning and also maintaining the vehicle. There are variety of differences between a regular car wash and auto detailing but the main difference is the amount of time, effort, and attention put into detailing vs. regular car wash.

2.) Question: How often should I get my car detailed?

Answer: It depends on a few factors, such as: the area of residency (what’s the weather like on a regular basis), how often do you drive your vehicle, where do you park your vehicle usually (on the street or in a garage), does your vehicle have a ceramic coating, and etc… Short answer and to be on the safe side would be to do it at least on a monthly basis.

3.) Question: How much does auto detailing cost?

Answer: Mainly depends on the type of package you chose and also how dirty the vehicle is prior to detailing. Every auto detailer offers a variety of packages to choose from and depending on the type of package and services offered within that package the prices vary.

4.) Question: How long does auto detailing take?

Answer: It could take anywhere from 2 to 8 hours, depending on the package/services chosen.

5.) Question: What’s included in a full car detail?

Answer: A full detail usually includes the following interior and exterior services:

  • Interior: Thorough vacuuming, steam cleaning, extracting, shampooing, polishing and protecting.

  • exterior: Touch-less pressure washing, touch washing, drying, clay-barring, Compounding and or Polishing, Waxing and or Ceramic Coating.