Paint Correction ยท 6 hours to 2 days
Take the swirls out, not just cover them up
One or two stage machine polishing measured with a paint depth gauge, done under inspection lights.
What paint correction really involves
Swirl marks and fine scratches live in the clear coat, the thin transparent layer over your color. Glazes and waxes only fill them for a few washes. Paint correction removes a tiny, measured amount of clear coat so the surface is flat again and reflects light cleanly.
We measure paint thickness on every panel before we start, choose the least aggressive pad and polish that gets the result, and inspect under color-matched LED lights. A one-stage enhancement removes about 60 to 70% of defects. A two-stage correction removes 85 to 95%.
"Booked from my desk and the car was done in the office garage by 3 pm. The black paint finally looks black."
How we do it, step by step
The same checklist on every visit, whichever detailer shows up.
Measure
Paint depth gauge readings tell us how much clear coat we can safely work with.
Test spot
We polish a small area to pick the pad and compound combination.
Correct
Panel by panel machine polishing, checking under lights as we go.
Refine and protect
A finishing polish for gloss, then sealant or ceramic coating.
Why Houston drivers choose mobile
Deeper color
Flat paint reflects light evenly, so black looks black again.
Measured, not guessed
Depth readings protect your clear coat for the life of the car.
Better resale
Corrected paint photographs well for private sale or trade-in.
Coating ready
The ideal base before a ceramic coating or PPF.
Paint Correction pricing
Sample prices for vehicles in normal condition. Your exact price is confirmed before any work starts.
What changes the price
- One-stage or two-stage
- Paint hardness (German cars are harder)
- Dark colors show more defects
- Previous body shop repairs
Sedan / Coupe
Civic, Camry, Model 3, 3 Series
$449
SUV / Crossover
RAV4, Explorer, Tahoe, X5
$549
Truck / Van
F-150, Silverado, Sienna, Sprinter
$599
Paint Correction questions
No. If a scratch catches your fingernail it is usually through the clear coat and needs touch-up or body work. We will show you which marks will and will not come out before we start.
Yes, in a garage or covered carport. Direct Houston sun makes polish flash too quickly, so we schedule uncovered driveways for early mornings only.
The correction itself is permanent. New swirls come from washing habits, which is why we recommend a coating and our maintenance wash plan afterwards.
Pairs well with
All services
Ceramic Coating
A hard, glossy layer that bonds to your paint and makes washing easy for 2 to 5 years.
From $699
Paint Protection Film
Clear, self-healing urethane film that stops rock chips on the front end. Installed at our covered bay.
From $1,295
Exterior Detail
Foam hand wash, iron and tar removal, clay bar, 6-month sealant, wheels and tires done right.
From $129