Paint Correction Pricing?

It all comes down to what you're looking to get out of it.

Some people just want to bring back gloss and clarity, others want to remove years of scratches and swirl marks.

The cost depends on your goals and how far the paint needs to go to get there.

  • Paint Enhancement — Starting at $400
    A light polish that improves shine and gives the paint a cleaner, glossier look.

  • Single Stage Correction — Starting at $500
    Removes light to moderate defects while enhancing gloss in one step.

  • Two-Step Correction — Starting at $800
    This includes an aggressive correction followed by a fine polish to restore depth, clarity, & high-gloss look.

Pricing depends on the condition, size of the vehicle, and what you're trying to achieve.

A proper inspection is always recommended.

Why is paint correction so expensive?

Because it's not just a quick buff and go. Paint correction takes real time, skill, and effort.

You're not paying for just a polish

you're paying for a transformation.

Here’s a quick breakdown of what goes into it:

Step 1: preperation

First, the car gets a thorough wash using the Two-Bucket Method

  • one bucket with soapy water for washing, and another with clean water to rinse the wash mitt.

  • This helps avoid scratching the paint by keeping dirt out of the soap.

After washing, a clay bar is used

  • a special tool that removes tiny particles stuck on the paint, like dirt or pollution, that washing alone can’t get off.

Then, an iron remover is applied to break down and remove invisible iron particles from brake dust and road grime.

  • These steps are important because polishing over dirty paint can cause more scratches and damage.

step 2: inspection of the paint

During the inspection, the paint is examined closely under proper lighting to check its condition.

  • This isn’t just a glance. Test spots are done to figure out exactly which polishing pad and compound will work best.

  • Different areas might need different approaches depending on the condition of the paint

  • These test spots make sure the right tools and products are used to get the best results without causing harm.

Step 3: Polishing

Before polishing, a paint prep spray is applied to remove any leftover oils, contaminants, or residues from the paint surface.

  • This ensures the polish can properly bond to the paint for the best results.

Then, using a polishing machine, the paint is carefully buffed to remove scratches, swirl marks, and other imperfections.

  • Some areas may only need a light pass, while others require more work to look their best.

Paint types vary too.

  • Soft paint scratches easily but responds well to polishing.

  • Hard paint is tougher and doesn’t scratch as easily but takes more effort to correct.

Step 4: Final prep and finish

After completing the correction based on your car’s needs, the paint is cleaned again using the paint prep spray to remove any leftover polish residue.

  • This final clean is crucial before applying protection.

Finally, a paint sealant is applied to protect your car’s fresh finish.

  • For those wanting extra durability and shine, an upgrade to a ceramic coating is also available.

Because of all these steps, the skill involved, and the time it takes, paint correction costs more.

It’s about truly restoring your car’s finish, not just a quick shine.