What to Look For From Your Auto Detailer

Posted by kazi asif mahmud on April 26th, 2021

Auto detailing is one of those things that people think is easy to do. It is not. In fact, a proper auto detail can add hundreds of dollars to the value of your vehicle. We are not talking about a quick window clean and carpet vacuum, either. We are talking the whole package: interior shampoo, vacuum, upholstery treatment, exterior cut, wax, wash, and polish. This is the difference between having a bath in a lake versus having a shower, washing and conditioning your hair, shaving your beard, and exfoliating your skin.

For your car, it is automotive nirvana, and it is your responsibility as a good vehicle owner to treat your car to pampering every now and again.

What Makes an Auto Detailer worth Your Hard-Earned Scratch?

A good auto detailer does not look at your car or truck as a dollar sign, but rather as a canvass by which they can exact their brand of art. With that in mind, it can be nearly impossible for the untrained eye to identify a passionate auto detailer from one who is just looking to separate you from your wallet.

Keep your eyes open for a few indicators that the detailing shop performs quality work, such as:

•          Plenty of other vehicles being worked on, finished, or awaiting their appointment. While this is less of an indicator than others, especially in seasonal markets (such as the northern USA), it is always a good sign to see other people using the same shop you are considering using.
•          Samples of previous work, testimonials, or photographs of vehicles the detailer has worked on. Every automotive enthusiast worth their weight in car parts will gladly write their detailer a testimonial if the work performed was high quality. Always ask for before/after photos, testimonials, or samples of work that shop has performed in the past.
•          Look online for positive reviews. This one is a no-brainer, and the easiest to do prior to choosing a shop.

What to Expect from a Good Auto Detailer

Aside from using high-grade components and compounds on your car, you should expect your Madison auto detail to take great care of your vehicle while it is in its possession. As well, you can expect to leave your vehicle with the detailer anywhere from a few hours (if only getting an exterior or interior job) to a day or more (for a complete interior/exterior detail).

More importantly, you should be able to develop a level of trust with your detailer that is reflective of the service that they offer you. Do not be afraid to point out imperfections if you feel that the service you requested should have taken care of it. Most good detailers will appreciate your feedback and will correct their oversight.