More Than a Car Wash
When your vehicle’s exterior needs professional cleaning — whether after harsh Midwest weather, road salt, or everyday driving — there is no guarantee that a public car wash will deliver safe or thorough results. Even “soft-touch” facilities can trap leftover contamination in their wash media, brushing it directly against your finish and leaving behind swirl marks and micro-scratches in the clear coat.
At Carbon Elite Details, our exterior detailing process is designed to avoid these risks entirely. Every vehicle is carefully hand washed, chemically decontaminated, and evaluated to remove bonded contaminants safely before any protection is applied. This controlled process not only restores gloss and clarity, but also preserves the long-term health of your paint and prepares the surface properly for sealants, ceramic coatings, and paint correction services.
Our Exterior Auto Detailing Packages
Hand Wash, Decontamination Wash, Clay Bar Treatment, & Sealant
Starting at
$150
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
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Two Bucket Hand Wash
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Hand Wash Wheels and Tires
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Foam Bath
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Decontaminate Paint to Remove Minor bugs/tar/grime
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Iron and Fallout Remover
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Decontaminate Remaining Impurities with Clay-bar Treatment
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Clean Door, Trunk, Sunroof and Fuel Door Jambs
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Apply No-sling Tire Dressing
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Apply Paint Sealant - 3 Month Surface Protection
Engine Bay Detail
Starting at
$75
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Our engine bay detailing service safely cleans and degreases your engine compartment using controlled hand-cleaning methods designed to protect sensitive components. Built-up dirt, grease, and road grime are removed from plastics, metals, and painted surfaces, then dressed to restore a clean, natural finish and provide protection against future contamination.
Pre-Detail Inspection for Paint Correction
Free Consultation
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THIS SERVICE INCLUDES:
Our pre-detail inspection is an in-person evaluation of your vehicle’s paint condition to determine the safest and most effective correction process. We assess paint thickness, defects, and overall condition to provide an accurate recommendation and estimate before any polishing or correction is performed.
Exterior Enhancement Correction
Starting at
$450
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Our exterior enhancement correction is a single-step paint correction process designed to restore gloss, clarity, and depth to your vehicle’s finish. Using professional polishing techniques, light to moderate swirl marks, oxidation, and surface haze are reduced to dramatically improve the overall appearance of the paint.
This service is ideal for vehicles looking to refresh their finish, enhance gloss, and prepare the surface for long-term protection such as sealants or ceramic coatings.
Multi-Step Paint Correction | Contact Us
Starting at
$1,000
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Our multi-step paint correction is a comprehensive refinement process designed to restore your vehicle’s paint to its highest possible condition. Using multiple stages of machine polishing, heavy swirl marks, scratches, oxidation, and deeper defects are removed to dramatically improve clarity, depth, and gloss.
Once correction is complete, the surface is properly prepared and we strongly recommend applying a ceramic coating to lock in the results and provide long-term protection.
PRIMARY BENEFITS OF OUR EXTERIOR DETAILING SERVICES
Professional Decontamination & Safe Cleaning
Our exterior detailing process safely removes bonded contamination, road grime, and environmental fallout that regular car washes leave behind. Using controlled hand-wash and decontamination methods, we clean thoroughly while preserving the integrity of your paint.
Preserves Paint & Prevents Long-Term Degradation
Removing contamination helps prevent clear coat failure, oxidation, and premature paint wear. Professional exterior detailing preserves the health of your paint and prepares the surface properly for paint correction and protective coatings.
Enhances Appearance & Protects Vehicle Value
By restoring gloss, clarity, and surface cleanliness, exterior detailing dramatically improves your vehicle’s appearance and helps maintain long-term resale and trade-in value. A properly detailed exterior reflects proper care and long-term preservation.
Prepares the Surface for Protection
Proper exterior detailing is the foundation for paint correction, ceramic coatings, and paint protection film. A clean, decontaminated surface ensures better results, stronger bonding, and longer-lasting protection.
Professional Exterior Detailing You Can Trust
At Carbon Elite Details, exterior detailing is more than just cleaning — it is a precision-driven process designed to preserve, protect, and enhance your vehicle’s finish. Every service begins with a careful evaluation of your vehicle’s condition and is performed using safe, controlled methods designed to protect delicate surfaces and modern paint systems.
We specialize in proper decontamination, professional paint correction, and long-term protection services that go far beyond a traditional car wash. Whether you are maintaining a daily driver or preparing a vehicle for ceramic coating, our goal is to deliver consistent results, exceptional gloss, and long-term preservation.
From routine exterior maintenance to advanced paint correction and ceramic coatings, Carbon Elite is committed to providing professional exterior care you can trust.