Detailing – Van Cour's

*The prices shown are an average cost. Other factors may add additional fees, such as depth of debris, dirt and grime, as well as sap residue and road grime inherent with living in the Pacific Northwest.

Prices are subject to change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Car Detailing - what does it involve?
Car detailing is the act of cleaning a car, inside and out. Some people choose to detail their own cars while others pay pro auto detailing professionals to do the job. Detailing can be done for many reasons, including cosmetics, to maintain the value of an older vehicle, or simply because you just want your car looking its best!

A basic detailing job includes washing, waxing, polishing, vacuuming the interior, and getting rid of any trash inside. They may even take it a step further by doing the engine which is great for looking at all the parts that are not well-seen or touched during normal maintenance visits.
How Often Should I have My Car Detailed?
This all depends on how often you drive your vehicle. If you have a daily driver, it’s best to get the exterior professionally detailed every 3-6 months. An annual detail is a good idea for classic or newer models that will be going up for sale within the year.

The inside should also be cleaned every 1-3 months to keep your vehicle looking its best. This includes interior cleaning products to remove dirt, mildew, and odors.

This service is a wonderful way to keep your car looking new and protection for your paintwork for years – even decades!
How Long Does it Take us to Detail a Car?
Is Detailing a Car Worth it?
Absolutely!

There are many benefits to having a car detailed, and not just for cosmetic purposes. A car detail service will make a used vehicle look new, and it will give the interior an opportunity to breathe (removing harmful contaminants such as smoke odors can be very beneficial).

The exterior of the vehicle will benefit greatly from auto detailing services as well. Detailing will remove any hard contaminants that may have gotten on the paint over time, including tree sap, spilled liquids, or bird droppings. It makes for an excellent way to protect your new paint job!
What about my Belongings inside?
What's the Difference Between a Basic and a Full Detail?
What Happens During a Detailing Appointment?
Typically during a detailing appointment, the interior and exterior of the car are inspected. The interior may include vacuuming carpets and upholstery, wiping down any surfaces such as the dashboard and door panels, scrubbing away any stains – such as spills, dirt, or pet hair – from seats, and applying a protectant to the dash and door panels.

Exterior work may include a clay bar treatment, a thorough hand car wash with a two-bucket method, cleaning any wheel wells or engine bays, waxing or polishing metal parts such as bumpers and side mirrors, applying a sealant to the paint, and applying tire dressing.
When is the Best Time to Get My Car Detailed?
Typically, you’ll want to have your car detailed before putting it up for sale. This will help make sure potential buyers are attracted, and it increases your vehicle’s value!

A nice polished auto detailing can be done at any time, though. If you just got a new paint job done on your vehicle and want to make sure it’s protected, a good time for detailing would be immediately after the paint job.

You can also detail your car whenever you feel like it needs a bit of cleansing!