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Exterior Detailing · San Mateo, CA

Exterior
Mobile
Detail.

Paint, wheels, glass, trim. Every surface on the outside brought back to where it should be — decontaminated, protected, and sealed.

We Come to You Owner on Every Job No Travel Fees

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5.0

★★★★★ 46+ verified reviews

What Goes Into It

Hand Wash + Clay Mitt

Paint-safe wash followed by clay to pull bonded contamination off the surface.

Iron Fallout Decon

Brake dust embedded in the paint — can't be washed off. Has to be chemically treated.

Wheels + Tires

Full barrel clean, tire dressed. Not rinsed — actually cleaned.

Ceramic Coating

Applied post-decon. Hydrophobic protection that lasts months, not days.

Glass + Trim

Windows streak-free. Trim dressed so it doesn't fade or go grey.

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Where

Your Driveway or Work

Duration

1.5–3 Hours

Who Does It

Owner, Every Time

Response

Same-Day

By the Numbers

Proven Results.
Real Standards.

Three years of consistent, quality-focused work across San Mateo & the Peninsula — built one detail at a time.

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Clients Served

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Years in Business

5.0 Star Rating

Owner-Operated

We Come to You

Same-Day Response

Exterior Packages

Pick your
package.

Two tiers. Same owner, same process on both. Price varies by size and condition.

Tier 1

Refresh

$200

Starting at Varies by size & condition

Paint-safe wash, clay, and sealant. Good for well-maintained vehicles that need a proper clean and protection reset.

Hand wash + clay mitt

6-month paint sealant

Wheels + tires deep cleaned

Bug + tar removal

Exterior glass cleaned

Tire shine applied

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Tier 2

Executive

$300

Starting at Varies by size & condition

Everything in Refresh plus iron fallout decon and 12-month ceramic coating. Built for paint that needs real protection.

12-month ceramic coating

Iron fallout decontamination

Wheels ceramic sealed

Hand wash + clay mitt

Bug + tar removal

Exterior trim UV protection

Glass cleaned streak-free

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Not sure which fits? Text us your car and condition — we'll tell you straight.

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Book your exterior detail.

Same-day response · Mon–Sun 9AM–7PM · No travel fees

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Ceramic Coating

Not wax.
Not close.

Wax sits on top of the paint and wears off in weeks. Ceramic bonds to it — forming a protective layer that lasts months and actually holds up.

Up to 12 mo

Protection

Hydrophobic

Water beads and rolls off. Dirt doesn't stick the same way. Washes take half the effort.

UV Defense

Blocks UV from breaking down the clear coat. Keeps paint from fading or oxidizing over time.

Deeper Gloss

Adds depth and clarity to the paint. The kind of finish wax gives you for two weeks — except it stays.

Low Maintenance

No waxing. No resealing. pH-neutral wash every few weeks — that's it.

Who it's for

Daily drivers who park outside

Newer vehicles you want kept in good shape

Anyone tired of waxing every few months

Owners planning to keep the car long-term

After care

pH-neutral hand wash — no harsh soaps

Skip the automatic brush car wash

Light wash every 2–3 weeks keeps it looking right

No waxing, no resealing, nothing extra

Included in Executive Detail

Long-term protection. Showroom finish.

Applied after full decon. Comes with our Executive tier on any service.

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Protect Your Paint

Your Paint Is Under
Attack.

UV, iron fallout, water etching, and brake dust work on your paint every single day. Most people don't treat it until the damage is already done.

Paint Surface Simulation

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Unprotected

Ceramic Coated

Ceramic coating deflects threats off the surface. Toggle above to see what happens without it.

UV rays

Iron fallout

Water

Brake dust

UV Radiation

UV
Oxidation

UV breaks down clearcoat polymer chains. Paint fades, chalks, and loses gloss — permanently if untreated.

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With Detailing & Ceramic

UV
Blocked.

SiO₂ layer reflects UV before it reaches clearcoat

Paint color stays vivid for 12+ months

Iron decon removes existing oxidation before coating

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Brake Debris

Iron
Fallout

Hot metallic particles from brake rotors embed into clearcoat. They rust from inside, causing orange spotting.

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With Detailing & Ceramic

Iron
Removed.

Chemical iron remover dissolves embedded particles before coating

Ceramic creates a slick surface — new fallout can't bond

Paint surface becomes self-cleaning between washes

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Minerals

Water
Etching

Water evaporates and leaves mineral deposits that chemically etch into clearcoat. The rings bond permanently over time.

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With Detailing & Ceramic

Water
Rolls Off.

~110° contact angle — water beads and rolls off before evaporating

No surface contact, no mineral deposit, no etch ring

Existing water marks removed during decon before coating

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Contamination

Brake
Dust

Abrasive metallic particles settle on paint, creating micro-scratches and embedding in the clearcoat's pores.

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With Detailing & Ceramic

Dust
Can't Bond.

Clay bar decon pulls embedded particles from paint before coating

Ceramic's 9H hardness resists particle adhesion and micro-scratching

Slick surface means particles slide off instead of bonding

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Every day without protection

The damage compounds.

One full detail + ceramic coating stops all four threats. We come to you, same day.

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Our Process

Four steps. No shortcuts.

A ceramic coating only lasts if the surface under it is right. We don't skip the prep — every coat starts with a full strip-down, then the protection goes on.

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Pre-wash & wash

A foam pre-wash lifts the loose grit off the paint, then a hand wash clears the surface dirt.

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Clay, iron decon & dry

A clay mitt pulls out the bonded grit, an iron remover dissolves the baked-in brake fallout, then the panels get dried down.

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Final wipe-down & dress

A final wipe-down strips any leftover residue so the coating bonds to bare paint, and the trim and tires get dressed.

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Coat & seal

The ceramic bonds straight to clean paint — UV reflects, water beads off, dirt can't get a grip. Protection that lasts 12+ months.

Our Standards

The standard behind
every detail.

Three things we hold ourselves to on every single job. No shortcuts, no exceptions — whether it's a quick wash or a full ceramic restoration.

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Our Promise

5.0 ★ · 46 Verified Reviews

Google · Nextdoor · Yelp — Peninsula-wide

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Precision on every single job.

The process doesn't change based on the service or the car. Every job gets the same level of attention — methodical, thorough, and finished only when it's actually right. That's what 5.0 stars is built on.

Same process whether it's a wash or full restoration

We don't leave until every panel and surface is done right

Owner does the work — not a crew, not a subcontractor

Demian

Founder · Lead Detailer · San Mateo

★★★★★

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Convenience

We come to you — no shop, no drop-off

14+ cities across San Mateo & the Peninsula

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At your driveway. On your schedule.

Mobile means we bring everything — pressure washer, steam machine, extractor, chemicals, pads — to wherever your car is. You don't rearrange your day. You just come back to a clean car.

Full setup at home, work, or any parking spot

Same-day response, Mon–Sun 9AM–7PM

No travel fees across the service area

Demian

Founder · Lead Detailer · San Mateo

★★★★★

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Results

75+ vehicles · 3+ years of consistent results

100% recommendation rate from verified clients

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Results that are visible immediately.

Not surface-level clean. Properly decontaminated paint, extracted carpet, conditioned leather, and protected surfaces that actually hold up. The difference shows — and it lasts longer than a car wash.

Visible improvement from the first pass

Protection that extends time between services

Interior and exterior treated — not just wiped down

Demian

Founder · Lead Detailer · San Mateo

★★★★★

Featured Work

75+ Vehicles Detailed

Real cars. Real results.

No staged shots. Every photo is from an actual job. Scroll through recent work across the Peninsula.

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Ready for your turn?

Your car deserves the same.

Serving San Mateo · Burlingame · Redwood City · and the full Peninsula

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How it works

From request to done.

Four steps. No guesswork, no runaround. We keep it simple so you can focus on your day.

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Step 01

Book Online

Submit your request in under a minute. Pick your service, drop your address, and you're done.

Under 1 min

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Step 02

We Confirm

Same-day response. We reach out to confirm details, answer questions, and lock in the appointment.

Same day

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Step 03

We Come to You

We show up fully equipped at your home, work, or wherever the car is. You don't move a thing.

On-site

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Step 04

Pick Up a Clean Car

We handle everything and leave when it's done right. You come back to a car that looks the part.

2–4 hrs

Ready to get started?

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Same-day response · Mon–Sun 9AM–7PM · No travel fees

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Client Reviews

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What clients actually say.

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Got questions?

Everything you
need to know.

Straight answers before you book. Tap any question to expand it.

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Quick Answers

Do you come to me or do I bring my car?

We come to you — that's the whole point. Home, work, wherever the car is parked. We show up fully equipped and handle everything on-site. No drop-off, no waiting.

What's included in a full detail?

Complete exterior wash, clay bar decontamination, hand wax or sealant, full interior vacuum, wipe-down of all surfaces, windows inside and out, tires and wheels. We go through every inch.

How long does a detail take?

A maintenance wash runs 45–60 minutes. A full interior and exterior detail is typically 2–4 hours depending on vehicle size and condition. We don't rush — quality takes the time it takes.

Do you bring your own water and power?

Not currently — we require access to water and a power outlet on-site. This lets us use our full setup and deliver the best results. Most driveways and parking spots work fine.

How much does a detail cost?

Pricing depends on the service and vehicle size. No hidden fees — we give you an exact number before anything is confirmed. Request a quote and we'll get back to you same day.

What is ceramic coating and do I need it?

Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that bonds to your paint and creates a hard, protective layer. It repels water, dirt, and UV far better than wax — and lasts years, not weeks. If you care about long-term paint protection, it's worth it.

How often should I get my car detailed?

For most people, a full detail every 3–4 months keeps the car in top shape. If you drive daily, have kids or pets, or park outside, monthly maintenance washes in between make a real difference.

Do I need to be home during the service?

No — as long as we have access to the vehicle, water, and power, you don't need to be there. Most clients are inside or at work. We'll let you know when we're done.

What areas do you serve?

San Mateo, Burlingame, Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont, Foster City, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Atherton, Emerald Hills, Half Moon Bay, and surrounding Peninsula cities.

How do I book an appointment?

Hit Book Now, fill in your details, and we confirm everything directly with you. The whole thing takes under a minute.

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