Services & 2020 Pricing
To learn what my business' main activities are, and the benefits of having this work done on your vehicle, please watch the video below and scroll down to the various services and their pricing estimates further down this page.
Car Detailing Services
Preparation: All detailing work features the following - even on brand new cars.
Preparation: All detailing work features the following - even on brand new cars.
- Thorough safe wash with snow foam and three bucket wash method. One bucket for shampoo, another to keep the wash mitt clean, and a third specially for cleaning wheels.
- Iron fallout and tar spot treatments to break down bonded contaminants.
- Clay bar exfoliation to ensure that the bodywork is as clean as can possibly be.
- Dry with soft towels and air blower.
- Full digital paint-depth readings, before proceeding with any machine polishing work.
Polishing: Following the preparation there are machine polishing options below. Depending on the level of service taken these feature dual action and rotary polishers ranging from 1 inch to 5 inch pad sizes to offer a fully intricate service. A variety of inspection lights are used to check that swirls and defects have been treated successfully. No car rolls off the production line in a flawless condition under inspection lights, this is also to aid adhesion of following protection products, so some level of polishing is always undertaken with my detailing services.
- Stage 1
Single stage machine polish utilising 5 and 3 inch dual action polishing machines 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 is aimed more towards the every day car owner wanting a better finish, and daily driven vehicles that need a freshen up. Suitable for vehicles with mild to moderate-ish swirling - the level of swirl correction will vary due to your vehicle's paintwork responsiveness to this treatment. This is Full Day service, indoor only. Prices for cars start from Hatchback £230, Sedan £250, L/4x4 £270+, Specialist Vehicles and Boats £POA. - Stage 2
Two stage machine polishing service utilising my full inventory of polishing tools to compound and refining polish the vehicle to remove as many swirls and surface scratches within the finish as is reasonably and responsibly possible, remember - I want to improve your paintwork condition as much as possible whilst leaving plenty of paintwork to polish many times again in the future where possible. With this service, you will receive more defect correction and more gloss enhancement than the Stage 1, giving you an impeccable finish. This is aimed more towards those who take a lot of pride in their vehicles and those intending to compete in show and shine competitions. Suitable for vehicles with up to moderate swirling, and also wanting for incredible depth of shine. This service takes a minimum of 2 days. Confirmed price is strictly on assessment only. No exact prices are given or bookings made until I have met you for a vehicle inspection to scope out and discuss the full task at hand. Prices start from £450+. - Wet Sanding
Top tier level of paintwork texture smoothing and gloss enhancement. Countless hours of 2000 grade wet sanding and machine polishing to high standards. You may require this service to rectify poor respray finishing or if you are looking for a glass-like finish. Like the services above, I may recommend that you see a body shop in advance to address sub-standard below-paint-surface issues. This isn't a quick block down that you may see others doing that leave your paint full of sanding marks, but a professional perfectionist service. This is aimed more towards show cars and I do not recommend this service to take place on daily driven vehicles. Price is strictly on assessment only. - Interim Detail
This 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 to top the gloss back up from regular life and use. This service is also available to those working to a smaller budget for a first time service, or a more reserved approach should expectations be realistic, as this a mild process and does not correct swirls and defects. This can be an outdoor service, and done under the gazebo if weather conditions are a little less than ideal. This is a Part Day service beginning at 5 hours. Prices for cars start from Hatchback £150, Sedan £170, L/4x4 £190+, Specialist Vehicles and Boats £POA.
Wax Protection: Once I have finished machine polishing your vehicle I will then apply a layer of protection with the following available.
Ceramic Coating Protection: This is an upgrade to replace the above Swissvax package. Once I have finished machine polishing your vehicle I will then apply a layer of protection with the following available.
- Swissvax Option
As standard all machine polishing services are finished with being treated to a hand applied layer of Swissvax Utopia wax to the paintwork, Swissvax Autobahn to the wheel faces, and Angelwax H2GO to the glass, as well as all of the presentation flourishes that I am known for. These come at no additional charge and will last for up to 4 months depending on vehicle usage and quality of aftercare and wash regimen.
Ceramic Coating Protection: This is an upgrade to replace the above Swissvax package. Once I have finished machine polishing your vehicle I will then apply a layer of protection with the following available.
- Alpha Package
SB3 Alpha 5 year ceramic coating applied to the paintwork.
SB3 Moto 3 year ceramic coating applied to the wheel faces.
SB3 Optic 1 year rain repellent applied to the exterior glass.
Price £250 Hatchback, £275 Sedan, £300 4x4, £POA Specialist Vehicles and Boats - Omega Package
SB3 Omega 2 year ceramic coating applied to the paintwork.
SB3 Vortex 2 year ceramic coating applied to the wheel faces.
SB3 Optic 1 year rain repellent applied to the exterior glass.
Price £150 Hatchback, £175 Sedan, £200 4x4, £POA Specialist Vehicles and Boats - Solo Package
SB3 Solo 1 year nano sealant applied to the paintwork and wheel faces.
SB3 Optic 1 year rain repellent applied to the exterior glass.
Price £100 Hatchback, £125 Sedan, £150 4x4, £POA Specialist Vehicles and Boats - Interior Package
SB3 Hyde 1 year coating applied to leather seats.
SB3 Fibre fabric guard applied to carpets and cloth trim.
If the interior requires deep cleaning, this additional preparation work will need to be quoted for.
Price from £100 Cars, £125 4x4, £POA Specialist Vehicles and Boats - Individual Options
Wheels removed for inside barrel coating: Moto 3 year £25 per wheel, Vortex 2 year £20 per wheel. Slightly cheaper if being done with one of the above SB3 packages. XL and heavily contaminated wheels (those having not been properly cleaned for a long time) may cost more.
Glass only service upgrade package Optic 1 year £50 for all glass or £25 for front windscreen.
Aftercare Maintenance Wash Valets: Exclusive aftercare regular safe wash and valets for customers that have had the above detailing services 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, with time taken to clean the inside of the wheel barrels, door shuts and arches. When choosing a professional car detailer, it is important to consider their provision of aftercare services, as it only takes one careless wash down the roadside car wash, or to do it yourself poorly with best intentions, to re-damage the paintwork, undo all of my work, or worse. Some detailers are only interested in charging you for the larger works, but not me. I would prefer to know that my work is being maintained properly. This is a professional safe wash service, with all operating expenses and time spent taken into consideration when calculating pricing - roughly 1 to 3 hours is dedicated to your appointment depending on vehicle size, service frequency and whether it is exterior only or interior too.
Please note that this service is not available to cars that have not received prior detailing services with me, even if they have been detailed elsewhere. This service has limited diary allocation - I am only interested in, and only have the capacity to, provide aftercare to my own customers that have had the appropriate treatment that I specialise in to get them into a suitable condition and protection to maintain in the first place. This service takes place on 2 or 3 set days per week (exact days vary from week to week) to keep a manageable diary amongst larger works. I cover a large area of the West Midlands and various logistical routes are seen on each day so your flexibility to drop into these routes is appreciated.
If you enjoy doing your own regular wash on your car following your detail service, more information is available on the Detailed By Andrew YouTube channel.
This is a full safe wash service featuring snow foam, multi-bucket wash technique, detailing spray and presentation flourishes, with time taken to clean the inside of the wheel barrels, door shuts and arches. When choosing a professional car detailer, it is important to consider their provision of aftercare services, as it only takes one careless wash down the roadside car wash, or to do it yourself poorly with best intentions, to re-damage the paintwork, undo all of my work, or worse. Some detailers are only interested in charging you for the larger works, but not me. I would prefer to know that my work is being maintained properly. This is a professional safe wash service, with all operating expenses and time spent taken into consideration when calculating pricing - roughly 1 to 3 hours is dedicated to your appointment depending on vehicle size, service frequency and whether it is exterior only or interior too.
- 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, and special treatment upgrades should wish for them at any point.
Please note that this service is not available to cars that have not received prior detailing services with me, even if they have been detailed elsewhere. This service has limited diary allocation - I am only interested in, and only have the capacity to, provide aftercare to my own customers that have had the appropriate treatment that I specialise in to get them into a suitable condition and protection to maintain in the first place. This service takes place on 2 or 3 set days per week (exact days vary from week to week) to keep a manageable diary amongst larger works. I cover a large area of the West Midlands and various logistical routes are seen on each day so your flexibility to drop into these routes is appreciated.
If you enjoy doing your own regular wash on your car following your detail service, more information is available on the Detailed By Andrew YouTube channel.
Full 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. Full valeting includes exterior cleaning, hand applied glaze, interior cleaning including wet vacuuming - it really is down to your requirements. Roughly half a day is allocated to your booking. This may be suitable for customers wanting for a general exterior tidy up and interior valet.
Upgrades, add-ons and specialities: These may be taken as upgrades or a special one-off service of its own. Get in touch to see what I can do for you.
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 3 stage wet-spray can feature metallic finishes. Decals also available. This is a cosmetic enhancement, and not a full caliper refurbishment. Please be aware, if your calipers have been previously resprayed elsewhere to a poor standard, there may be only so much I can do to improve them.
- Prices from: £100 please get in touch with your requirements for exact pricing.
Upgrades, add-ons and specialities: These may be taken as upgrades or a special one-off service of its own. Get in touch to see what I can do for you.
- Headlight Restoration.
- Engine Bay cleaning.
- Interior deep cleaning including leather care.
- Soft top deep clean and protection. Recolour services also available.
- Wheels removed for wheel arch and full wheel cleaning.
- 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 3 stage wet-spray can feature metallic finishes. Decals also available. This is a cosmetic enhancement, and not a full caliper refurbishment. Please be aware, if your calipers have been previously resprayed elsewhere to a poor standard, there may be only so much I can do to improve them.
- 1 Stage Paint Airbrush - Solid Colour Only from £125 for 4 corners
- 3 Stage Paint Spray (primer, colour and clear) - Solid and Metallic Colours from £200.
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: Get in touch to arrange a vehicle paintwork inspection including paint depth measurements. This may incur a fee to secure my time and travel costs but will be deducted from your total amount if you book in for the given service whilst I am with you. Alternatively, you can come to me for less liability. For full printed inspection reports particularly for insurance and claims purposes these are available for £20 as a stand-alone service. Due to a busy schedule, your prior consideration on all above pricing and readiness to book-in before requesting an inspection is greatly appreciated, as I am often in demand.
Get in touch and I will be happy to help!
Get in touch and I will be happy to help!
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