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Professional Paint Correction Transforms Your Ride

Our paint correction service is designed to bring your vehicle’s exterior back to pristine condition by removing imperfections like swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation. Using advanced techniques and professional-grade tools, we carefully polish and refine your paint to restore its depth and clarity.

 

This process not only enhances the overall appearance of your vehicle but also prepares the surface for protective coatings. Whether your car’s been exposed to everyday wear or environmental damage, our paint correction service will leave it looking smooth, glossy, and showroom-ready

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Paint Correction Packages

Level 1 Paint Correction

STARTING AT $275 

Perfect for drivers looking to significantly improve their vehicle’s appearance with minimal downtime and cost. It delivers a noticeable boost in gloss and clarity, making your car look fresher and more vibrant.

This Service Includes:

  • Level 1 exterior detail
  • Paint decontamination
  • 1 step polishing
  • We aim for 50%+ defect removal
  • Wax

Level 2 Paint Correction

STARTING AT $375

Ideal for vehicles with more noticeable imperfections that need deeper refinement. This package offers a higher level of defect removal and a longer-lasting finish, restoring your paint to a smoother, more polished look.

This Service Includes:

  • Level 1 exterior detail
  • Paint decontamination
  • 2 step compound and polish
  • We aim for 75%+ defect removal
  • Wax

Level 3 Paint Correction

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The ultimate choice for serious paint restoration, tackling deep scratches and heavy imperfections with precision. This comprehensive process delivers a near-flawless finish and exceptional depth that will make your vehicle stand out like new.

This Service Includes:

  • Level 1 exterior detail
  • Paint decontamination
  • 3 step cutting, polishing, and jeweling
  • We aim for 75%+ defect removal
  • Paint sealant
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Here’s How Paint Correction Works

Your vehicle’s paint may look dull or damaged on the surface, but much of that can be corrected with the right tools and expertise. Here’s a closer look at the process behind paint correction and how it brings your paint back to life.

  • What Is Paint Correction?

    Paint correction is the process of removing imperfections from your vehicle’s clear coat, like swirl marks, scratches, oxidation, and etching. These blemishes are often caused by improper washing, environmental exposure, and regular wear. 


    Using specialized polishing tools, compounds, and techniques, trained detailers gradually level out the clear coat to reveal a smoother, more reflective surface underneath. It’s a precise and controlled process that restores clarity and depth to your paint.

  • The Role of Abrasives and Polishing

    Polishing compounds used in paint correction contain fine abrasives that work like ultra-fine sandpaper. As the detailer works these compounds into the paint using a machine polisher, the abrasives break down gradually, refining the surface with each pass. 


    The process starts with more aggressive abrasives to remove deeper defects, then transitions to finer compounds to reveal gloss and smoothness. This progressive approach is key to achieving a flawless finish without cutting too deep.

  • Lighting and Inspection Techniques

    Proper lighting is essential for detecting defects before, during, and after paint correction. We use color-corrected LED lights and inspection tools to identify swirl marks, scratches, and inconsistencies that might not be visible in normal lighting. As the correction process progresses, these lights ensure no area is missed and the finish is consistently refined across every panel. The result is a uniform, high-gloss surface that looks great from every angle.

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Answers to Your Biggest Paint Correction Questions

  • 1. What is paint correction, and how is it different from waxing or polishing?

    Paint correction is an advanced detailing process that carefully removes surface imperfections from your vehicle’s clear coat, like swirl marks, oxidation, water spots, and fine scratches. Unlike waxing or basic polishing, which simply mask imperfections and add shine, paint correction actually levels the clear coat using machine polishing and abrasives to permanently eliminate defects. This results in a deeper, glossier, and more refined finish that dramatically improves the overall look of your vehicle’s paint.

  • 2. How do I know which level of paint correction is right for my car?

    Choosing the right level depends on the condition of your paint and how perfect you want it to look. Light hazing, micro-marring, or dullness may only need our level 1 correction. If your paint has heavier swirling, deeper scratches, or years of wear and tear, level 2 or level 3 will provide the more intensive correction needed. Our team will inspect your paint in person and help you choose the level that delivers the best results without going beyond what your vehicle actually needs.

  • 3. Will paint correction remove all the scratches on my car?

    Paint correction removes a significant percentage of surface-level defects, but it has limitations. Scratches that cut beneath the clear coat into the base coat or primer won’t be fully removed without repainting. But most swirl marks, oxidation, and light-to-moderate scratches can be corrected or greatly diminished. Even our entry-level package can dramatically improve clarity and gloss, making your paint look years newer.

  • 4. Is paint correction safe for all vehicles?

    Yes, when performed by trained professionals, paint correction is completely safe for all vehicle types and paint systems. Our technicians assess your paint's thickness and condition before starting, and we use proper polishing techniques, tools, and products to ensure a safe and controlled correction. We avoid excessive heat or aggressive cuts that could risk damaging your clear coat. The process is precise, customized, and focused on protecting your vehicle while delivering a flawless result.

  • 5. How long do the results of paint correction last?

    The results of a paint correction can last for many months or even years depending on how the vehicle is maintained afterward. Regular hand washing with proper methods, avoiding automatic car washes, and applying a layer of protection like a wax or ceramic coating will help preserve the corrected finish. Without protection and proper care, the paint can begin to show new defects over time. Many customers pair correction with ceramic coating to lock in the results and keep their vehicle looking its best long-term.

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