Launch Pricing · First 100 Cars — Full Detail $179 $259
Your Driveway Just Got A Detail Shop.
Mobile detailing, paint correction, and ceramic coating — done right where your car sits, in State College, PA. I bring the polish, the water tank, the generator, and a proper espresso machine. You don't need to lift a finger.
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Satisfaction Guaranteed
I Come To You
Home, office, or your favorite parking spot — I'll roll in with the tank, the generator, and everything else.
Only Products I'd Use On Mine
The full Koch Chemie system front to back, CarPro CQuartz 3.0 for ceramic, professional microfibers. Nothing you'd find on a clearance shelf.
Done Right Or Done Again
If something's not the way you wanted it, just say so. I'll come back and fix it — no exceptions, no awkwardness.
What I Offer
Services Built Around Your Vehicle
From a thorough interior refresh to a full paint correction and ceramic coating — every service is performed with professional-grade equipment and products.
Detailing
Interior, exterior, or the full treatment. A proper deep clean that covers every surface, panel, and corner — the kind of detail that makes you notice things you forgot were there.
A 2-step machine polish that actually removes swirls, scratches, and oxidation — not just hides them. The kind of finish you can see your reflection in.
Double-layer CarPro CQuartz 3.0, applied on top of a full 2-step correction. Up to 5 years of protection, and a depth of gloss that turns heads in parking lots.
Before detailing, I spent a few years pulling shots behind an espresso bar — and I never quite put the trade down. My mobile coffee rig comes along to every appointment, so while I'm working on your car, I'm happy to make you a proper latte, cappuccino, or pour-over. No charge, no catch.
Tell me your order in the booking notes, or just ask on the day. Oat milk, decaf, and a couple of seasonal syrups travel with me too.
Ready When You Are
Pick a time that works for you — I'll bring everything else. About 90 seconds to book.
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Services
Professional-grade detailing, correction, and protection — priced fairly.
How It Works
From Booking to Finished
1
Pick a Date & Time
Use the online calendar to choose a slot that works for you. Takes under 2 minutes.
2
I Come To You
I arrive with all equipment, water, and power needed. Home, office, anywhere accessible.
3
Detail Performed
Every service is performed personally with professional-grade equipment — no shortcuts, no rushed work.
4
Walkaround & Pay
We walk through the finished result together. Payment after you're satisfied — tap-to-pay, Venmo, Zelle, or cash. Espresso on the house.
Detailing Services
Strike-through is the regular menu price. Launch pricing is live for our first 100 cars — I'm new in State College and building my review base, so early clients get the full service for less. Everything is included in every detail: no packages, no tiers, no upsells.
The Works
Full Detail + Polish
Full Detail + Gloss-Enhancing Machine Polish
Everything from the Full Detail
Single-stage machine polish — maximum gloss on healthy paint
Iron decontamination & clay bar treatment
Koch Chemie ceramic-infused SiO2 sealant — months of protection
Exterior trim & plastics protected
This isn't paint correction — it's making healthy paint look its best. If your paint needs real correction, I'll tell you.
$349$259
Interior Detail
Cabin perfection
Multi-pass vacuum — seats, carpets, trunk
Compressed-air blowout & steam cleaning
Shampoo / extraction as needed — included
Leather cleaned & conditioned — included
Plastics cleaned + UV protectant
Interior glass, mats & fragrance finish
$159$119
Exterior Detail
Showroom shine
Foam pre-wash + two-bucket hand wash
Iron & tar decontamination + full clay bar
Wheels, tires & wheel wells deep-cleaned
Door jambs, trim & emblems detailed
Koch Chemie ceramic-infused SiO2 sealant — months of protection
Exterior glass cleaned & sealed
$139$99
Most Popular
Full Detail
Interior + Exterior
Everything from Interior Detail
Everything from Exterior Detail
Interior steam cleaning & sanitization
Targeted stain removal
UV protectant on all plastics
Tire dressing applied
$259$179
Two sizes, one rule: sedans & coupes pay the listed price — anything bigger (SUV, truck, van, 3-row) is a flat +$50. Oversized or extra-dirty vehicles are quoted before work begins, never after.
Add-Ons
Leather conditioning, clay bar, steam, and sealant aren't add-ons here — they're included in every detail. These are true extras and specialty services, priced flat.
Glass Polishing
Cerium machine polish — wiper haze & water spots gone. Windshield $99 · all glass $169
from $99
Odor Removal
Ozone treatment eliminates bacteria and odors at the source
from $69
Engine Bay Cleaning
Degreased with Koch Chemie chemistry, dressed & protected
$55
Headlight Restoration
Both headlights machine-polished and sealed
$79
Pet Hair Removal
Moderate $25 · heavy $50 — confirmed at inspection, never after
Severe stains or heavy dirt — deep extraction surcharge, quoted on-site before starting
$35
Keep-It-Clean Plan
$99 maintenance detail, monthly or bi-monthly — exclusive to existing full-detail clients
$99/visit
Paint Correction
What It Removes
Swirl marks and spider-webbing from improper washing
Light to moderate scratches in the clear coat
Water spots, mineral etching, bug etching
Oxidation and clear-coat haze on older paint
Holograms and buffer trails from prior polishing
Light marring from auto-wash brushes
Why 2-Step?
A single-stage polish forces a compromise — either cut aggressively (which leaves haze) or finish soft (which leaves defects). The only way to remove defects and end with showroom gloss is to do it in two stages: a cutting compound first to remove the damage, then a finishing polish to perfect the surface. It's slower. It's the right way.
2-Step Paint Correction
My only correction service — because I only do it right. A two-stage machine polish removes swirl marks, scratches, water spots, and oxidation for a flawless, mirror-like finish. Exterior-complete: full wash & decon included. Want the inside done too? Add an Interior Detail at its listed price.
Full exterior wash & decontamination
Clay bar treatment & iron removal
Stage 1 — cutting compound to remove defects
Stage 2 — finishing polish for maximum gloss
Panel wipe-down with IPA solution
Koch Chemie SiO2 sealant applied to protect the result
Sedan / Coupe
$460
SUV / Truck / Van
$510
Ceramic Coating
5yr
Durability (2 layers)
9H
Pencil Hardness
115°
Water Contact Angle
What Ceramic Does
Bonds chemically to the clear coat — not a wax that sits on top
Creates an extreme hydrophobic surface — water and contaminants slide off
Resists UV fading, bird droppings, tree sap, and chemical stains
Adds visible depth and gloss the paint alone can't produce
Makes future washes faster — most dirt rinses off with water
Ceramic vs Wax / Sealant
Wax lasts 6–8 weeks. A synthetic sealant lasts 4–6 months. CQuartz 3.0 applied in 2 layers lasts up to 5 years with proper aftercare. The cost per year of protection is actually lower than waxing — and you spend less time washing in between.
2-Step Correction + CQuartz 3.0 — Double Layer
I don't apply ceramic to unprepared paint. Every coating includes a full 2-step correction so the ceramic bonds to flawless paint — maximizing gloss, hydrophobics, and longevity. I use CarPro CQuartz 3.0, applied in two full layers for maximum hardness, depth, and long-term protection.
Full exterior wash & decontamination
2-step machine paint correction
Window polish — water spot & mineral deposit removal
IPA panel wipe-down before coating
Layer 1 — CarPro CQuartz 3.0 applied & leveled
Layer 2 — second coat for added hardness & gloss depth
Side mirrors coated alongside all painted surfaces
Hydrophobic, UV & chemical resistant — multi-year protection
Sedan / Coupe
$749$549
SUV / Truck / Van
$799$599
Launch pricing — first 100 cars. Includes the full 2-step correction prep.
Ceramic coating requires the vehicle to be sheltered from rain for 24 hours after application. I'll advise you on aftercare during the appointment.
Included with every ceramic coating
First-Year Maintenance Plan
Ceramic performs at its best when it's washed properly. To make sure yours does — every coating service includes a complimentary maintenance program for the first 12 months.
2 Free Maintenance Washes
At month 6 and month 12 — pH-neutral hand wash + coating-safe drying. On-location, included at no charge.
Annual Coating Inspection
I check hydrophobics, surface gloss, and edges for any spots that need a top-up — done during your year-1 wash.
Discounted Refresh Washes
Need an extra wash between the included ones? 20% off any maintenance wash during the first year, for coating clients only.
Priority Booking
Coating clients get first access to my calendar — your maintenance slot is held before it opens to new bookings.
Common Questions
What do I need to provide on-site?
Nothing — I bring my own water tank and generator to every appointment. No outlet, no hose, no garage required. Just a driveway, parking spot, or any accessible area where the vehicle can sit.
How long does each service take?
Exterior detail: 1–1.5 hours. Interior detail: 2–2.5 hours depending on size. Full detail: ~4 hours. Full Detail + Polish: ~5 hours. Paint correction: 4–5 hours depending on vehicle size. Ceramic coating (correction + double-layer application): 6–7 hours total — typically split across part of the next morning for proper cure.
What happens if it rains on my booking day?
For exterior work I'll reach out to reschedule the day before if forecasts look bad. Interior-only work continues as planned unless there's a downpour. For ceramic coating, I won't apply if rain is in the 24-hour forecast — protection of the coating is the whole point.
How do I pay?
Payment is collected after the service is complete and we've done the walkaround together. Card tap-to-pay, Apple Pay, Venmo, Zelle, or cash. No deposit required to book.
Do you offer maintenance plans for ceramic-coated vehicles?
Yes — every ceramic coating service includes a first-year maintenance plan: 2 free maintenance washes (at month 6 and month 12), an annual coating inspection, 20% off any extra washes during year one, and priority booking. The schedule keeps the coating performing at peak hydrophobics and gloss.
What's the difference between paint correction and a polish?
A polish is one stage and adds gloss but won't fully remove defects. Paint correction is a multi-stage process that actually removes a fraction of clear coat to eliminate scratches and swirls permanently. Correction is what restores paint to a near-new state.
Can the ceramic coating be removed?
Yes, but it requires another paint correction to safely strip it. CQuartz 3.0 naturally degrades over 3–5 years if left untouched.
Do you service trucks and large SUVs?
Yes — and pricing is simple: sedans & coupes pay the listed price, anything bigger (SUV, truck, van, 3-row) is a flat +$50. Rule of thumb: if it has a trunk lid, it's a sedan; if it has a hatch, it's bigger. Oversized or extra-dirty vehicles are quoted before work begins — never surprises after.
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Our Story
Passion for Paint. Built on Detail.
I started Surface Detailing as a car enthusiast who got tired of watching vehicles leave detail shops looking barely better than when they arrived. Every service is performed personally — no employees cutting corners, no rushing through jobs.
Before this, I spent a few years working as a barista — and I never put the trade down. My espresso rig comes to every appointment, so a fresh latte while I work is always on the house.
Why Surface Detailing
What Sets Us Apart
One Detailer, Every Job
Your car is handled personally — not handed off to whoever's available. You get consistent quality and genuine care every appointment.
Professional Equipment
Dual-action polishers, professional extraction equipment, and pressure washing — not cordless drills and garden hoses.
I Come to You
Home, office, parking lot — wherever your car is. State College and surrounding areas. I bring my own water tank and generator, so all you need is a spot to park.
Latte While You Wait
A few years behind an espresso bar taught me how to make a proper drink. The mobile rig travels with me — coffee on the house, every appointment.
Products I Use
Professional Grade Only
CarPro CQuartz 3.0
Professional ceramic coating applied in 2 layers — multi-year durability, extreme hydrophobics and gloss depth
Koch-Chemie
The full German system — interior & wheel chemistry, decontamination, and ceramic-infused SiO2 sealant on every exterior
Ready to Experience the Difference?
Book online in under 2 minutes. I'll take care of the rest.
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Have questions about a service or want to discuss a custom package? Reach out and I'll get back to you within a few hours.
