Fort Worth · East Side · DFW Mobile Service
Professional Exterior Detailing in Fort Worth
Fort Worth's sun, heat, and highway corridors put your paint through more than most cities. Our exterior detail removes what washing can't, restores the depth, and puts protection back on the surface. In-shop or we come to you.
Deluxe Wash from $69 · Exterior Detail from $159 · Trucks & SUVs WelcomeWhat's Included
Complete Exterior Detailing Services
Every exterior detail starts with a proper decontamination wash and ends with protection applied to the surface. Here's what we do — and why each step matters.
Pre-rinse to remove loose debris, foam cannon with pH-neutral soap, soft microfiber mitts, and a thorough rinse. Wheels and tires are cleaned separately to prevent cross-contamination to the paint panels.
Physical removal of bonded surface contaminants — industrial fallout, tree sap, rail dust, overspray — that washing alone cannot reach. Required before paint correction or ceramic coating. Leaves the surface glass-smooth.
Single or multi-stage machine polishing to remove swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation from the clear coat. Restores paint clarity, depth, and gloss that buffing with wax alone cannot achieve.
Carnauba wax or synthetic sealant applied by hand or machine depending on paint condition. We finish every exterior with Adam's Graphene Detail Spray — a graphene-based formula that levels the surface and locks in consistent gloss regardless of Fort Worth's humidity. Machine paint sealant (up to 6–8 months) and machine carnauba wax available as upgrades. Delivers deep gloss and lasting barrier protection against UV and contaminants.
pH-balanced wheel cleaner removes brake dust and road grime completely. Tire sidewalls scrubbed and dressed. Wheel wells cleaned. Wheel polishing available as an upgrade.
Exterior trim and plastic moldings revitalized with UV protectant. Chrome bumpers, exhaust tips, and polished metal trim handled in two stages: Adam's Metal Polish for routine maintenance finishes and mirror-shine work on chrome; Renegade Pro Red Metal Polish for heavily oxidized metal that needs an aggressive cut before finishing. All exterior glass cleaned streak-free. Window edges, mirrors, emblems, and door jambs finished.
Clay Bar Decontamination — When a Wash Isn't Enough
After a wash, run your hand across your hood. If it feels rough or gritty — even slightly — that's not dirt you missed. Those are embedded contaminants bonded to the clear coat that soap and water physically cannot remove: industrial fallout from manufacturing corridors near I-30 and I-820, rail dust from freight lines running through the Metroplex, overspray from road work, tree sap, and airborne particulates that bake into paint in sustained Texas heat.
Clay bar treatment is a physical process. A clay bar lubricant is applied to the panel and a detailing clay bar is worked across the surface in straight lines — physically lifting and capturing those bonded particles from the clear coat. When the process is done, the paint should feel glass-smooth to the touch. That's the standard we're working toward.
Clay bar is required before paint correction and before ceramic coating. If you're investing in either service, clay bar is part of the prep — not an optional upgrade you can skip.
When to add clay bar to your service
- Paint feels rough or gritty after a thorough wash
- Finish looks dull or hazy despite regular washing
- Vehicle is regularly driven on I-30, I-20, or I-820 corridors
- Parked outside long-term, near construction, or near industrial areas
- Preparing for paint correction or ceramic coating
- More than a year since the last clay bar treatment
Transparent Pricing
Exterior Detailing Pricing — Fort Worth
Based on vehicle size. No hidden fees. Trucks and SUVs quoted accurately — not upcharged at the door.
| Vehicle Type | Deluxe Wash | Exterior Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Car | $69 | $159 |
| Small Truck / SUV | $79 | $179 |
| SUV / Van / Truck | $89 | $199 |
- Multi-stage exterior hand wash & hand dry
- Wheels & wheel wells washed
- Tires & rims cleaned and dressed
- Exterior plastics & trim UV-dressed
- Chrome & metal polished (Adam's Metal Polish)
- One-step cleaner wax treatment
- Adam's Graphene Detail Spray finish
- All exterior glass streak-free
- 2.5–3 hours of skilled work
- Clay Bar Treatment — $75
- 1 Coat Machine Paint Sealant — $75
- 1 Coat Machine Carnauba Wax — $40
- 303 Convertible Top Treatment — $120
- Engine Detail — $60
- Headlight Lens Restoration — $99
- Cement & Asphalt Removal — $100/hr
Why It Matters
Hand Detailing vs. an Automatic Car Wash
An automatic wash is fine for rinsing fresh pollen. For paint that actually stays in good condition over time — the approach matters.
$10–$25 per wash
- Rotating brushes create thousands of micro-scratches over time — visible as swirl marks and haze under direct light
- Recycled water carries previous vehicles' contaminants across your paint
- No surface decontamination — bonded fallout stays in the clear coat
- No protective product applied — surface is clean but unprotected
- No quality control on your specific vehicle
- Cleaned in minutes — surface-level only
From $89 for SUV/Van/Truck · From $69 for cars
- Soft microfiber materials — zero contact scratching across every panel
- Clean water at every stage, pH-neutral soap that doesn't strip existing protection
- Clay bar option removes bonded contamination (not just surface dirt)
- Protective wax or sealant applied — results last weeks, not days
- Separate wheel cleaning prevents cross-contamination to paint
- 2.5–3 hours of focused, quality-controlled work on your vehicle
Exterior Detailing — In-Shop or We Come to You
Our shop is on E Lancaster Ave on Fort Worth's East Side. Bring your vehicle in, or book mobile service and we come to your location across the DFW area.
Fort Worth's climate is harder on paint than most people account for. 240+ days of sun annually, summer temps that regularly push past 100°F, and the industrial character of the highway corridors means UV damage accumulates faster, contaminants bake into the clear coat more deeply, and protective coverage burns off sooner. Our exterior detail addresses all of it — not just the surface dirt.
Trucks and large SUVs make up a significant share of what we detail in Fort Worth. Pricing reflects vehicle size — accurately quoted, not adjusted at the door.
Mobile Service Available InMon–Fri: 7AM–5PM · Sat: 7AM–4PM · Sun: Closed
Common Questions
Exterior Detailing FAQ
Exterior detailing questions answered directly — no filler.
What's the difference between the Deluxe Wash and the Exterior Detail?
The Deluxe Wash ($69–$89) is a maintenance service for vehicles already in good condition — it cleans the exterior and applies a light wax for short-term protection. The Exterior Detail ($159–$199) is a comprehensive service: multi-stage hand wash, full wheel and wheel well cleaning, exterior plastic and trim dressing, chrome and metal polishing, one-step cleaner wax treatment, and Adam's Graphene Detail Spray finish for lasting gloss. The Exterior Detail restores a deep, glossy finish with lasting paint protection.
How long does exterior detailing take?
A Deluxe Wash takes 30–60 minutes. An Exterior Detail takes approximately 2.5–3 hours. Add-on services — clay bar treatment, headlight restoration — add time accordingly. We confirm your specific timeline at booking so there are no surprises.
How much does exterior detailing cost in Fort Worth?
The Deluxe Wash starts at $69 for cars and $89 for SUVs, vans, and trucks. The Exterior Detail starts at $159 for cars, $179 for small trucks and SUVs, and $199 for full-size SUVs, vans, and trucks. Pricing is based on vehicle size — see the table above. Add-ons confirmed before work starts. No hidden fees.
What is clay bar treatment and do I need it?
Clay bar treatment removes embedded contaminants from the clear coat that washing alone cannot reach — industrial fallout, rail dust, tree sap, road tar, and overspray that physically bond to the paint surface. Fort Worth's highway corridors, industrial areas near I-30 and I-820, and sustained UV exposure make this buildup happen faster than in milder climates. You need clay bar if your paint feels rough after washing, if the finish looks dull despite regular cleaning, or if you're preparing for paint correction or ceramic coating. We offer it as an add-on to any exterior detail.
Can exterior detailing remove scratches?
Light scratches and swirl marks in the clear coat can be removed or significantly reduced through paint correction — single or multi-stage machine polishing. Deep scratches that have penetrated through the clear coat into the base coat or primer will improve in appearance but won't fully disappear. We assess each vehicle before starting any correction work and give honest expectations before we begin.
Do you offer exterior detailing for trucks and large SUVs?
Yes. Trucks and large SUVs make up a significant portion of what we detail in Fort Worth — this is Texas, after all. The Deluxe Wash starts at $89 and the Exterior Detail starts at $179 for small trucks/SUVs and $199 for full-size SUVs, vans, and trucks. For larger specialty vehicles — RVs, semi-trucks — we offer dedicated detailing services with their own pricing structure.
Do you offer mobile exterior detailing — can you come to me?
Yes. Mobile exterior detailing is available across Fort Worth and the DFW area — Arlington, Dallas, Grand Prairie, Irving, Keller, Mansfield, North Richland Hills, Haltom City, Grapevine, Southlake, and surrounding cities. We come to your home, workplace, or any accessible location. Book online for your preferred time slot, or call 817-532-6904 for same-day availability.
What's the difference between wax and ceramic coating?
Wax provides 3–6 months of protection and is included in our exterior detail packages — it's the right choice for vehicles on a regular detailing schedule. Ceramic coating is a professional-grade semi-permanent treatment that bonds chemically to the paint and delivers 3–7 years of hydrophobic protection, UV resistance, and enhanced gloss. It's a one-time investment rather than ongoing maintenance. Ceramic coating requires paint preparation before application and is a separate service from our exterior detail.
Looking for longer-term protection? Ceramic coating bonds to your paint and delivers 3–7 years of hydrophobic protection, UV resistance, and enhanced gloss — without ongoing waxing costs.
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