Detailing Services & 2020 Pricing
My services primarily feature in regards to exterior car detailing, and upgrades are available upon request including SB3 Ceramic Coatings. Below you will find the options regarding preparation, polishing and protection. Extras including interior deep cleaning, headlight restoration and brake caliper painting are also available below.
Firstly, please allow me to explain the processes, and then I will talk you through the prices afterwards, lower down the page. Before looking at the prices, please allow me to explain I work to the highest standards I possibly can, applying a lot of time into my work, and incurring the resulting operating costs. You may find cheaper car valeters and detailers around, but not many do car detailing like I do.
Preparation: All detailing work features a thorough safe wash, iron fallout treatment, tar spot treatment and clay bar exfoliation as standard. This is to ensure that the bodywork is as clean as can possibly be, alongside full digital paint-depth readings, before proceeding with any machine polishing work. Even on new cars.
My services primarily feature in regards to exterior car detailing, and upgrades are available upon request including SB3 Ceramic Coatings. Below you will find the options regarding preparation, polishing and protection. Extras including interior deep cleaning, headlight restoration and brake caliper painting are also available below.
Firstly, please allow me to explain the processes, and then I will talk you through the prices afterwards, lower down the page. Before looking at the prices, please allow me to explain I work to the highest standards I possibly can, applying a lot of time into my work, and incurring the resulting operating costs. You may find cheaper car valeters and detailers around, but not many do car detailing like I do.
Preparation: All detailing work features a thorough safe wash, iron fallout treatment, tar spot treatment and clay bar exfoliation as standard. This is to ensure that the bodywork is as clean as can possibly be, alongside full digital paint-depth readings, before proceeding with any machine polishing work. Even on new cars.
Polishing:
- Stage 1 is a single stage machine polish. In other words, utilising the polishing machines (ranging from 1 inch to 5 inch pad sizes) along with a medium/fine pad and a medium/fine polish to alleviate mild swirl marks and surface imperfections, and enhance gloss and smoothness. This also primes the surface for following protection. No car rolls off the production line and finds its way to the owner in a literal perfect condition when inspected under lighting, so this service is aimed at cars that are new, to 3 years old. Older vehicles can receive this service should expectations be realistic. Full Day service.
- Stage 2 is a bespoke multi-stage machine polishing service; using an inventory of compounds and pads to cut and refine paintwork to remove as many swirls and scratches within the finish as is reasonably and safely possible, and refine to an impeccable finish. With this service, you will receive more defect correction and more gloss than the Stage 1. All cars will benefit from this service, usually for the discerning car owner or an older vehicle in need of restorative polishing.
- Interim Detail is a service to feature as aftercare, down the line alongside meticulous regular aftercare wash valets, to refresh the paintwork and maintain the results from the services above. It features a soft polishing pad and ultra fine polish to lightly go over the paint. This service is also available to those working to a smaller budget should expectations be realistic, as it does not correct swirls and defects.
Protection:
- All options above feature a finishing protection layer of Swissvax Utopia wax to the paintwork, Swissvax Autobahn to the wheel faces, Angelwax H2GO to the glass as standard, as well as all of the presentation flourishes that I am known for.
- Upgrades to SB3 Ceramic Coatings are available, it is best to get in touch for full information and pricing on various applications that will protect your vehicle from the environment ranging between 1 and 5 years, with a warranty provided to customers joining my aftercare service. A separate page for SB3 coatings is under construction.
Additional services:
Please see further down the page or feel free to get in touch.
PRICING:
Stage 1 service: A single stage machine polish featuring medium/fine polishing pads on various machines, in conjunction with an all-rounder polishing compound to improve general paintwork swirling and fine-line scratch defects by 50-60%. Vehicles that have very good paintwork condition and only superficial swirls and defects may see a higher level of correction. This is a full days work as standard, ideal for new and relatively new cars with minimal paintwork swirls.
Please see further down the page or feel free to get in touch.
PRICING:
Stage 1 service: A single stage machine polish featuring medium/fine polishing pads on various machines, in conjunction with an all-rounder polishing compound to improve general paintwork swirling and fine-line scratch defects by 50-60%. Vehicles that have very good paintwork condition and only superficial swirls and defects may see a higher level of correction. This is a full days work as standard, ideal for new and relatively new cars with minimal paintwork swirls.
- Prices from: Hatchback £230, Sedan £245, 4x4/Large £260+
Stage 2 service: A multi-stage (compound and refining) machine polishing process utilising various grades of buffing pads and compounds to remove as many paintwork swirls and scratch defects as reasonably possible and unleash wow-factor paintwork gloss. Some defects may be too deep to remove safely and paint depths will always be worked with respect. This is a multi-day process for the particularly minded customer and those wanting the best out of their vehicle's appearance.
- Prices from: Hatchback £400, Sedan £450, 4x4/Large £500+ (as this a bespoke and custom service, this is a minimum price guide prior to inspection and consultation - additional work such as wet-sanding, stone chip touch-ins, and third party works will cost more)
Interim Detail: Once or twice a year depending on vehicle usage it is important to have the vehicle re-pampered to ensure that the original results do not deteriorate, keep it fresh and ensure that any protection system whether Swissvax or SB3 Ceramic Coating layers are kept working at their best. This service features a soft pad on the machines with appropriate jewelling polish. In the event of ceramic coated cars returning for aftercare, the process will be suitably adjusted. The Interim Detail is recommended as a follow up service but is available to new customers working to a smaller budget should they be aware of its limitations. This is a part-day service.
- Prices from: Hatchback £140, Sedan £160, 4x4/Large £180
Aftercare Maintenance Wash Valets: Exclusive aftercare regular safe wash and valets for customers that have either had the detailing services above to begin with, and wish for an expert to clean the car safely with precise presentation.
This is a full safe wash service featuring snow foam, multi-bucket wash technique, detailing spray and presentation flourishes. When choosing a professional detailer, it is important to consider their provision of aftercare services, as it only takes one careless wash down the roadside car wash to re-damage the paintwork or worse. This is a professional safe wash service, with all operating expenses and time spent taken into consideration when calculating pricing.
Please note that this service is not available to cars that have not received prior detailing services with Detailed By Andrew, even if they have been detailed elsewhere. Detailed By Andrew is only interested in, and only has the capacity to, provide aftercare to its own customers. This service takes place 2 or 3 days a week to keep a manageable diary amongst larger works.
If you enjoy doing your own regular wash on your car following your detail service, more information will be available on the Detailed By Andrew Youtube channel by the end of April 2020, as I am currently working with a media professional to put together an informative video with safe wash aftercare advice.
This is a full safe wash service featuring snow foam, multi-bucket wash technique, detailing spray and presentation flourishes. When choosing a professional detailer, it is important to consider their provision of aftercare services, as it only takes one careless wash down the roadside car wash to re-damage the paintwork or worse. This is a professional safe wash service, with all operating expenses and time spent taken into consideration when calculating pricing.
- Prices exterior on basis < 4 weekly visit: Hatchback £30, Sedan £35, 4x4/Large £40
- < 6 weekly: add £5 to 4 weekly price
- < 8 weekly: add £10 to 4 weekly price
- Interior care: add £15, surcharges apply for heavily soiled interiors.
Please note that this service is not available to cars that have not received prior detailing services with Detailed By Andrew, even if they have been detailed elsewhere. Detailed By Andrew is only interested in, and only has the capacity to, provide aftercare to its own customers. This service takes place 2 or 3 days a week to keep a manageable diary amongst larger works.
If you enjoy doing your own regular wash on your car following your detail service, more information will be available on the Detailed By Andrew Youtube channel by the end of April 2020, as I am currently working with a media professional to put together an informative video with safe wash aftercare advice.
Basic Valets: Minimum service for cars not electing for detailing treatment. I can still sort something out for you but please be aware that it won't be the same as a full detail and there may be a wait for an appointment as my specialised services take priority.
Upgrades, add-ons and specialities:
Brake Caliper Painting: Wheels removed for in-situ brake caliper painting with specialised high temperature paint. Most RAL, Pantone and car manufacturer colour codes can be matched to your requirement, and wet-spray can feature metallic finishes. Decals also available. This is a cosmetic enhancement, and not a full caliper refurbishment. I personally guarantee the paint finish for 18 months should the calipers not have prior rust, and excluding race track driven cars.
- Prices from: £100 please get in touch with your requirements for exact pricing.
Upgrades, add-ons and specialities:
- SB3 Ceramic coatings £POA please get in touch for full offerings and pricing
- Headlight Restoration £50 per pair or £40 in conjunction with a detailing service
- Engine Bay cleaning from £40 or £30 in conjunction with a detailing service
- Interior deep cleaning including leather care from £100 or £80 in conjunction with a detailing service
- Soft top deep clean and protection £100 or £80 in conjunction with a detailing service, add £70 to re-dye to restore colour
- Wheels removed for wheel arch and full wheel cleaning from £POA
- If there is anything you don't see here, please get in touch.
Brake Caliper Painting: Wheels removed for in-situ brake caliper painting with specialised high temperature paint. Most RAL, Pantone and car manufacturer colour codes can be matched to your requirement, and wet-spray can feature metallic finishes. Decals also available. This is a cosmetic enhancement, and not a full caliper refurbishment. I personally guarantee the paint finish for 18 months should the calipers not have prior rust, and excluding race track driven cars.
- Hand applied via brush £125 for 4 corners
- Wet-spray primer, colour and clear coat £250.
Additional Services: With contacts who are experts in their field I can arrange for alloy wheel refurbishment, paintless dent repair and smart repair services whilst your vehicle is being detailed with me. Detailed By Andrew does not offer any warranty or guarantee for 3rd party works, you will be provided with their contact details on completion.
Vehicle Inspections: Should you wish for a FREE pre-booking inspection please make arrangements to visit Kinver DY7 for me to look at your vehicle. Alternatively a mobile call out to inspect your vehicle is available for £35 which includes a copy of a report on paint depth measurements and assessment of vehicle condition, along with suitable course of action. Should you book for the relevant service whilst I am present with you, the £35 is deducted from your total quote. If not, this covers for my travel time and expenses. Due to a busy schedule, your prior consideration on all above pricing and readiness to book-in before requesting my time to inspect your vehicle is greatly appreciated, as I only have so much time to allocate to genuine customers serious about getting the best out of their vehicle's appearance.
Get in touch and I will be happy to help!
Vehicle Inspections: Should you wish for a FREE pre-booking inspection please make arrangements to visit Kinver DY7 for me to look at your vehicle. Alternatively a mobile call out to inspect your vehicle is available for £35 which includes a copy of a report on paint depth measurements and assessment of vehicle condition, along with suitable course of action. Should you book for the relevant service whilst I am present with you, the £35 is deducted from your total quote. If not, this covers for my travel time and expenses. Due to a busy schedule, your prior consideration on all above pricing and readiness to book-in before requesting my time to inspect your vehicle is greatly appreciated, as I only have so much time to allocate to genuine customers serious about getting the best out of their vehicle's appearance.
Get in touch and I will be happy to help!
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