While it's possible to thoroughly clean your car in your own driveway, the reality is that this job can take a lot of time. If you're short on spare time or you simply lack the interest in doing the work yourself, it's a good idea to find a local automotive detailing service. These businesses typically have a number of detailing packages that you can evaluate to decide which will suit you best. A standard package will include a thorough cleaning of the interior and exterior of your vehicle, but it's important to inquire about specific elements — especially if your car is particularly dirty. Here are some things that you'll want the car detailing package to include.
Salt Stain Removal
The exterior of a vehicle that runs in a wintry climate can be extremely messy by the time spring arrives, but you shouldn't overlook any interior issues that may also be present. Often, the carpets on the floors of your vehicle will have heavy salt stains from you and your passengers' salty boots leaving this residue behind. White and flaky, salt stains can be a serious visual detriment to your vehicle. If this issue is applicable to you and you're booking a detailing appointment, you'll want to ensure that the cleaning crew will completely remove the salt stains.
Trunk Cleaning
Even though you might not open your vehicle's trunk each time that you drive the car, you want this part of the vehicle to look its best. Over time, trunks can become messy. For example, if you carried some bags of topsoil home from your local garden center and one of them leaked, there will be dirt residue. Or, if you had a leak in a bag of groceries, there could be staining on the floor of the trunk. Choose a detailing package that pledges to give the trunk a deep cleaning to return it to like-new condition.
Headlight Restoration
If you have an older vehicle, you've potentially noticed that its headlights have turned from clear to slightly foggy in appearance — perhaps with a yellowish tinge. In addition to being an eyesore, this fogginess can reduce the brightness of your headlights and limit your ability to see while driving at night. Many detailing packages include headlight restoration. In this step, a detailing specialist will buff the headlights to restore them to their original clear appearance. Contact a local auto detailing service to learn more about its various packages.
