Exterior Detailing Questions
Q. How Long does wax last for?
A. Honestly, it will vary from vehicle to vehicle. But a good traditional carnauba wax can last up to 3-4 months, synthetic waxes can last up to 6 months, and hybrid ceramic sealant waxes can last up to 8 or more months depending on how well the vehicle is taken care of and stored. Which is why we recommend to wax every or every other season to ensure wax is always protecting the vehicle.
Q. Are ceramic coatings worth getting?
A. Absolutely! Ceramic coatings can be thought of as car waxes "on steroids", however there is some care needed to maintain them. Washing properly and routinely, remove anything that could cause damage as soon as possible(i.e. bird droppings, bugs, etc.), and avoiding automatic car washes will help to extend their life. Ceramic coatings are NOT "scratch-proof", "rock chip-proof", or "water spot-proof", but they CAN: last years if maintained, are harder than a cars clear coat, are swirl mark resistant, UV resistant, acid rain resistant, chemical resistant, hydrophobic, easier to clean, and give the vehicle a deep shine.
Q. What are polishing "steps"?
A. The "steps" refer to how many required passes around the entire vehicle will be performed(For example: A "1-step" polish will use a light-medium cut polish around the entire vehicle one time. However, a "2-step" polish will require the use of a heavier cut compound to remove deeper defects first, followed by a light polish to refine the finish.
Q. Should I get my car detailed or washed in the winter?
A. Yes! Winter salt and other chemicals used on roads can be very corrosive. It's best to have them removed as soon as possible to avoid damage to your cars exterior or interior surfaces. Avoid the temptation of using automatic car washes, as these will scratch your cars paint, or use strong chemicals which will remove waxes and harm your car in the long term.
Q. What does clay barring paint do?
A. A clay bar is special automotive clay made for removing contaminates that bond to the paint of a vehicle, and will not come off from washing alone. A clay bar may increase the gloss, smoothness, and overall quality of the paint if there is an overabundance of contamination.
Interior Detailing Questions
Q. Do you shampoo cars?
A. Yes, we shampoo the upholstery, carpets, and floor mats using whichever technique is required in the moment.
Q. What are dressings?
A. Dressings are used to give car trim(i.e plastics, vinyl, tires, etc.)a "like new" look by adding gloss and UV ray protection.
Q. Do you remove stains from carpets and upholstery?
A. Short answer-Yes. so long as the stain has not set in.
Long answer-Not all stains are created equally. This means that depending on the age of the stain, whether the sun has "baked" the stain into the material, and/or what had caused the stain all factor into whether or not it is removable.
Miscellaneous Detailing Questions
Q. How often should I detail my car?
A. In an ideal world everyone should detail their cars every week or two, and wax every 3 months. Unfortunately not everyone can afford such a way of life. However, the more frequently you can have your car detailed, the longer you can prolong damage such as; faded paint, swirl marks, salt stains, bug/bird dropping/acid rain etching, brake/rail dust buildup, pitted rims, yellow/foggy head lights, and much more.
Q. What payment options do you accept?
A. We accept credit cards(Visa/Mastercard), Interac debit cards, cash, and e-transfers. Credit cards include an additional 3% processing fee.
Q. Do you require anything from me?
A. The only requirements from customers are access to electricity and water. If you feel the need to do more, removing items from trunks, center consoles, glove boxes and doors always help make the job go faster.
Q. Which full detail package do I need?
A. If you're looking to sell your car and want it cleaned, then our "Deluxe Package" would be recommended. If you're keeping your car and looking to get a "like new" detail with a high quality wax, our "Premium Package" or "Executive Package" would be highly recommended.
Q. Do you detail at apartment complexes or commercial buildings?
A. If there is access to electricity and water, as well as enough room to open all of the doors then absolutely. If not, we can always detail your vehicle at a family member or friends house.
Q. Do you detail or restore classic/vintage cars?
A. Not at this moment in time. We may make exceptions for paint corrections, but typically we only detail cars produced after the year 2000.
Q. How Long does wax last for?
A. Honestly, it will vary from vehicle to vehicle. But a good traditional carnauba wax can last up to 3-4 months, synthetic waxes can last up to 6 months, and hybrid ceramic sealant waxes can last up to 8 or more months depending on how well the vehicle is taken care of and stored. Which is why we recommend to wax every or every other season to ensure wax is always protecting the vehicle.
Q. Are ceramic coatings worth getting?
A. Absolutely! Ceramic coatings can be thought of as car waxes "on steroids", however there is some care needed to maintain them. Washing properly and routinely, remove anything that could cause damage as soon as possible(i.e. bird droppings, bugs, etc.), and avoiding automatic car washes will help to extend their life. Ceramic coatings are NOT "scratch-proof", "rock chip-proof", or "water spot-proof", but they CAN: last years if maintained, are harder than a cars clear coat, are swirl mark resistant, UV resistant, acid rain resistant, chemical resistant, hydrophobic, easier to clean, and give the vehicle a deep shine.
Q. What are polishing "steps"?
A. The "steps" refer to how many required passes around the entire vehicle will be performed(For example: A "1-step" polish will use a light-medium cut polish around the entire vehicle one time. However, a "2-step" polish will require the use of a heavier cut compound to remove deeper defects first, followed by a light polish to refine the finish.
Q. Should I get my car detailed or washed in the winter?
A. Yes! Winter salt and other chemicals used on roads can be very corrosive. It's best to have them removed as soon as possible to avoid damage to your cars exterior or interior surfaces. Avoid the temptation of using automatic car washes, as these will scratch your cars paint, or use strong chemicals which will remove waxes and harm your car in the long term.
Q. What does clay barring paint do?
A. A clay bar is special automotive clay made for removing contaminates that bond to the paint of a vehicle, and will not come off from washing alone. A clay bar may increase the gloss, smoothness, and overall quality of the paint if there is an overabundance of contamination.
Interior Detailing Questions
Q. Do you shampoo cars?
A. Yes, we shampoo the upholstery, carpets, and floor mats using whichever technique is required in the moment.
Q. What are dressings?
A. Dressings are used to give car trim(i.e plastics, vinyl, tires, etc.)a "like new" look by adding gloss and UV ray protection.
Q. Do you remove stains from carpets and upholstery?
A. Short answer-Yes. so long as the stain has not set in.
Long answer-Not all stains are created equally. This means that depending on the age of the stain, whether the sun has "baked" the stain into the material, and/or what had caused the stain all factor into whether or not it is removable.
Miscellaneous Detailing Questions
Q. How often should I detail my car?
A. In an ideal world everyone should detail their cars every week or two, and wax every 3 months. Unfortunately not everyone can afford such a way of life. However, the more frequently you can have your car detailed, the longer you can prolong damage such as; faded paint, swirl marks, salt stains, bug/bird dropping/acid rain etching, brake/rail dust buildup, pitted rims, yellow/foggy head lights, and much more.
Q. What payment options do you accept?
A. We accept credit cards(Visa/Mastercard), Interac debit cards, cash, and e-transfers. Credit cards include an additional 3% processing fee.
Q. Do you require anything from me?
A. The only requirements from customers are access to electricity and water. If you feel the need to do more, removing items from trunks, center consoles, glove boxes and doors always help make the job go faster.
Q. Which full detail package do I need?
A. If you're looking to sell your car and want it cleaned, then our "Deluxe Package" would be recommended. If you're keeping your car and looking to get a "like new" detail with a high quality wax, our "Premium Package" or "Executive Package" would be highly recommended.
Q. Do you detail at apartment complexes or commercial buildings?
A. If there is access to electricity and water, as well as enough room to open all of the doors then absolutely. If not, we can always detail your vehicle at a family member or friends house.
Q. Do you detail or restore classic/vintage cars?
A. Not at this moment in time. We may make exceptions for paint corrections, but typically we only detail cars produced after the year 2000.
