The Ultimate Guide to Mobile Detailing—What is it, really?
While most people know what car detailing is, at least in a general sense, it can be harder to put a finger on the specifics of the service, especially when it comes to mobile car detailing. And, because of how important it is to have your vehicle detailed, going over specifics to be an informed buyer is very important. So, here it is: The ultimate guide to mobile detailing.
What is Mobile Car Detailing?
Mobile car detailing is the process of cleaning up a car, truck, SUV, or other vehicle, inside and out. A car detail is more than a car wash—its an attention-to-detail clean that’s catered to the vehicle in question in order to restore the vehicle back to its factory feel. The “Mobile” aspect describes where the service takes place, where a mobile detail takes place wherever the car already is, as the detailer comes to the client. Because of this, the client benefits from more convenience than getting a detail at a shop.
Typical Services Offered
Exterior: For the exterior of the vehicle, any number of services can be performed, the most common of which is a wash and wax. With this service, the vehicle is washed, decontaminated, and a new layer of wax is applied to protect the paint, and make it look better than previously. These typically include a detail of the tires and rims, using iron decontamination to remove brake dust and tire shine to make the tires, well, shine. Other advanced services include paint corrections, to remove scratches and swirl marks, ceramic coatings, to protect the paint from water and dirt, and Paint Protection Film, also known as PPF, to protect from rock chips.
Interior: For the interior of the vehicle, a detailer will take time to get every nook and cranny in the car, including, but not limited to, the steering wheel, infotainment center, dashboard, center console, pedals, plastic trim, doors, and leather seats. Detailers also typically shampoo and extract all carpets, floor mats, and cloth seats, which removes all the dirt, grime, and stains from these surfaces by wetting and taking out water. And, of course, a vacuum, as well as other specialty tools such as a steamer, extractor, tornador, and drill, are used to make the interior look like new again.
Benefits of Mobile Car Detailing
Getting a detail for one’s personal vehicle has a wide range of benefits, with the most obvious being the “new car” feeling that is brought back. When someone falls in love with a car at the dealership, they are able to get that feeling back through a detail, which breeds confidence with one’s vehicle. Along with the feeling, a mobile car detail brings convenience to a busy life, where one can have a clean car hassle and work free. Also, a detail brings added value to a vehicle and protects what is a major investment for most. And, with a mobile detailer, personalized and high-quality service makes the investment in a detailer worthwhile.
Choosing the right detailer
There are plenty of car detailers, mobile or shop-based, but it’s important to choose the right one for your needs. For a smaller service, such as a wash and wax or interior detail, a mobile detailer might be more convenient. But, for a longer, more expensive service, such as ceramic coatings and PPF, a shop might be the better option. Also, a careful buyer should take care to look at reviews, on google or otherwise, to ensure quality. And, many detailers share a portfolio of past work on Instagram or a website, which can be used to see if a company specializes in your needs. Overall, take time, review options, and make an informed choice of who to work with.
Conclusion
All in all, detailing is an essential service for any vehicle owner, as it protects and restores something used every single day by most. Mobile detailing, in specific, provides a convenient option compared to a shop, and allows for a detail to be done on the client’s schedule, instead of the company. And, taking car to choose the right detailer and service can make all the difference in results/quality.
If you live in the South Shore or Cape Cod, and would like to contact us with any questions or look at our portfolio of results, you can find us our email, number, and Instagram. We would love to help get you the clean, restored vehicle that you need!
