Paint correction and swirl removal
Bring back the depth, gloss and clarity your paint had on day one. Machine polishing removes the swirl marks and light scratches that make a car look tired, starting at $125 for a car.
Why paint looks dull
Automatic car washes, dry towels and dirty wash mitts leave thousands of fine scratches in your clear coat. In direct sun those scratches show up as spider-web swirls that scatter light and hide the true color of the paint.
Paint correction carefully levels the clear coat with professional polishers, pads and compounds. The result is a smooth surface that reflects light cleanly, so the color looks richer and the reflections look sharp.
Choose your level of correction
Single-stage (all-in-one)
One polishing step that boosts gloss and adds light protection. From $125 for a car.
Minor paint correction
Removes light swirl marks and wash haze. From $225 for a car.
Total paint correction
Multi-step correction that removes swirls and light scratches. From $350 for a car.
Paint correction prices
Prices by vehicle size for vehicles in average condition.
| Service | Car | Small truck | Medium truck / SUV | Large vehicle | Extra large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-stage (all-in-one)One polishing step that boosts gloss and adds light protection. | $125 | $150 | $175 | $200 | $225 |
| Minor paint correctionRemoves light swirl marks and wash haze. | $225 | $250 | $275 | $300 | $350 |
| Total paint correctionMulti-step correction that removes swirls and light scratches. | $350 | $400 | $450 | $500 | $550 |
Planning a ceramic coating? Paint correction is required first. Build both into one price.
Paint correction questions
What is the difference between the three levels?
Single-stage is one polishing step that removes light haze, boosts gloss and leaves a layer of protection. Minor correction targets light swirl marks. Total correction uses multiple compounding and polishing steps to remove swirls and light scratches for the deepest, clearest finish.
Can paint correction remove every scratch?
Correction removes defects that sit within the clear coat. Scratches that catch a fingernail usually go deeper and may need touch-up or body work. We assess every vehicle first, and our scratch removal add-on runs $50 to $300 depending on the damage.
Do I need paint correction before a ceramic coating?
Yes. A coating locks in whatever is underneath it, swirls included, so paint correction is required before every ceramic coating we apply.
How long does paint correction last?
The correction itself is permanent, because the defects are polished away. New swirls come from improper washing, so we recommend protecting the finish with a sealant or ceramic coating and using a gentle hand wash.
Ready for a vehicle that looks brand new?
Build your price in under a minute, or call and we will put together a custom package for your vehicle and budget.