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When is diy detailing worth it?

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For basic wash and vacuum, DIY saves money once you own the equipment ($150-$300 starter kit). For paint correction, ceramic coating, or major interior work, DIY rarely beats pro work on a cost-per-quality basis. The math: DIY ceramic kit + your time ร— hourly rate often equals or exceeds the pro quote, with worse results. DIY makes sense for car enthusiasts who enjoy the process. For busy professionals, paying pro is the smart trade.

What customers say

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    I've been using this company to detail my vehicles for the past year and half and I must say they do a phenomenal job. Being that I have small children that drops any and everything in my vehicle, you can't…
    Antoinette D. ยท Raleigh
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    Car looks fabulous. Fantastic work, professional and very communicative! Highly recommend. Our full car detail service gave the Mercedes GLS some life and it looks fantastic โ€” we're so grateful for your business and positive feedback.
    Michelle M. ยท Raleigh
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    These guys did a remarkable job; the car looks great! From start to finish, the service was very smooth! Definitely recommend to anyone, thank you! It looks awesome and we're excited to see it with some new wheels.
    Timothy S. ยท Raleigh

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