A proper exterior detail is more than a wash. Our Exterior Wash & Protect safely removes dirt, road film and bonded contamination, then seals the paint so it stays cleaner and shinier for longer — all done at your home or office in Wantagh and surrounding Nassau County.
A safe hand-washing process
Most swirl marks come from bad washing. We pre-rinse to remove loose grit, wash by hand with clean mitts and a pH-balanced soap, and dry with soft microfiber towels to minimize the risk of marring the paint.
- 1. Pre-rinse and loosen surface dirt
- 2. Hand wash with clean wash media
- 3. Bug and tar removal
- 4. Clay bar decontamination
- 5. Gentle microfiber drying
- 6. Paint sealant application
- 7. Tires dressed and glass finished
Wheels, tires and wheel wells
Wheels collect brake dust that bakes onto the finish. We clean faces and barrels with dedicated brushes, scrub tires, clean wheel wells and finish with a tire dressing that doesn't sling down the side of your car.
Exterior glass
Windshield, windows and mirrors are cleaned streak-free for better visibility, especially at night and in rain.
Paint decontamination and clay treatment
Even after washing, paint can feel rough from bonded contaminants like rail dust, tree sap and industrial fallout. A clay bar treatment lifts these off so the paint feels smooth and the sealant bonds properly.
Sealant protection
After decontamination we apply a paint sealant that adds gloss and helps water bead and sheet off. It makes routine washes easier between details. For longer-lasting protection, consider ceramic coating.
Road salt, grime and winter prep
Long Island winters mean road salt and brine that cling to paint, wheels and the underbody. A fall detail with fresh protection — plus our Salt & Undercarriage Flush add-on after storms — helps keep corrosive residue from sitting on your car all season.
Ongoing paint maintenance
Paint that is washed correctly and kept protected needs far less correction later. If your paint already has swirls or looks dull after washing, paint correction is the step that actually removes those defects.
Book exterior detailing in Wantagh
We come to you anywhere in Wantagh and the surrounding Nassau County area. Pick a time online or call/text us with questions.