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San Diego Mobile Auto Detailing and Washing

With excellent customer service and our quality control procedures, Clarity Car Washing moves the mobile auto detailing and washing industry forward in San Diego.

Over 200 five-star reviews. Fully licensed & insured.

Service Area: Santee, La Mesa, El Cajon, Lakeside, Poway, Alpine, San Diego, Chula Vista, La Jolla, Del Mar, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe

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 Full list of Services & Pricing:

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  • Exterior + Interior

    Service time: approximately 1-1.5 hours

    Designed to be a detailed wash inside and out.

    Includes a detailed exterior wash with a protective coating, wheels & tires cleaned (wheel barrels, face of wheel, and lug nut holes), and tires shined. Also includes a thorough interior vacuum, wipe-down of all surfaces, interior windows cleaned, and door jambs cleaned. This service is the perfect mix between a wash and detail.

    Price: $140 to 200+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

  • Exterior + Interior

    Service time: approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours

    Designed for vehicles that need a new coating of wax and includes an interior cleaning.

    Includes a detailed wash, wheels & tires cleaned (wheel barrels, face of wheel, and lug nut holes), and tires shined. and a premium ceramic spray wax hand-polished into paint, windows, and wheels for complete protection that lasts up to 6 months. The interior will receive a vacuum of carpets and seats, wipe down of all surfaces, streak-free interior windows, and door jambs cleaned.

    Price: $200 to 280+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

  • Exterior + Interior

    Service time: approximately 2 to 3 hours

    Also known as our maintenance detail. Designed for vehicles that need a refresh and recoating of exterior ceramic waxes and interior protectants and leather conditioners.

    Difference Between Mini Interior Detail and Interior Detail:

    Watch this YouTube Video (https://youtu.be/fKfFK6q6is8) that showcases the Interior Detail service. The mini interior detail includes everything in the video up until about the 13:30 minute mark, plus the plastic/vinyl dressing and leather conditioners. Everything after is what is included in the Interior Detail service (shampoo/steam clean).

    Includes a detailed wash and wheel cleaning, as well as a ceramic wax coating hand polished into the paint, windows, and wheels to provide up to 6 months of protection from the elements, increased window visibility when it rains, and a high gloss finish. Also includes a thorough interior vacuum and wipe-down to clean general debris and contaminants as well as a more detailed cleaning of crevices and corners. Includes a dry shampoo of upholstery to remove or alleviate light stains and also removes light levels of pet hair and/or sand. Includes interior protectants like leather conditioner and plastic dressing for UV protection that provides a smooth and silky feeling. Lastly we clean the interior windows to a streak free shine.

    Price: $240 to 320+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

  • Exterior

    Service time: approximately 2 to 3 hours

    Designed for clients who want to bring their car’s exterior back to a brilliant shine and protected with an advanced ceramic wax coating.

    Includes a detailed wash, clay bar, paint enhancement with high gloss polish, and a 6-month ceramic hybrid wax coating hand polished into the wheels, paint, and exterior windows for a sparkling shine and complete coverage. This service also includes exterior trim restoration, wheel well coating, headlight polishing, and an in-depth paint thickness report sent via email at no additional charge.

    Price: $250 to 350+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

  • Interior

    Service time: approximately 2 to 4 hours

    Designed for clients who need their vehicle’s interior to be deep cleaned.

    Difference Between Mini Interior Detail and Interior Detail:

    Watch this YouTube Video (https://youtu.be/fKfFK6q6is8) that showcases the Interior Detail service. The mini interior detail includes everything in the video up until about the 13:30 minute mark, plus the plastic/vinyl dressing and leather conditioners. Everything after is what is included in the Interior Detail service (shampoo/steam clean).

    Includes steam cleaning, carpets shampooed, and heated machine extraction 3 times over to remove or alleviate all stains. Every surface and crevice is cleaned and UV protectants and/or leather conditioner are applied for a meticulously and professionally cleaned interior that is protected for months to come.

    Price: $200 to 350+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

  • Exterior + Interior

    Service time: approximately 4 to 6 hours

    Designed For clients that want a meticulously cleaned and protected vehicle inside and out. Will satisfy those who want their whole vehicle to be sparkling with a brilliant shine and protection that lasts for months to come.

    Includes deep-cleaning techniques such as carpet shampooing and heated machine extraction as well as long-lasting protectants for the interior door panels and premium leather conditioners when applicable. Special attention will be given to small crevices, all visible interior surfaces, and cleared compartments. The exterior will receive a clear coat clay bar, machine polishing of the paint, wheel cleaning, trim restoration, and advanced ceramic waxes that last up to 6 months.

    Price: $400 to 620+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

    Recommended Add-On Service: Engine Bay Detail

  • Exterior

    Level 1:

    Service time: 1 day turn around

    Designed for clients that want major paint defects removed, but aren’t looking for absolutely every tiny scratch removed. This service will remove 40-60% of paint defects. Defects include spider webs, fine scratches, haze marks, and swirl marks. Includes a detailed wash, clay bar and iron decontamination, exterior plastic trim restoration, a 1-step paint compound polish, and a 1-year graphene coating installation on the vehicle’s paint.

    Starting at: $800 to 1,000+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

    Level 2:

    Service time: 1 to 2 day turn around

    Designed for clients who want their vehicle’s paint to look as perfect and scratch free as possible. After a full 7-step wash, the clear-coated paint will be decontaminated with a clay bar and iron remover. After this, a full 2-step paint correction will be performed removing 80-90% of swirl marks and scratches. The paint will then be sealed with a 1-year graphene coating.

    Price: Starting at $1,200 to 1,600+ depending on the size of the vehicle and add-on services.

    Recommended Add-On Service: 3-Year C.Quartz UK 3.0 Ceramic Coating

  • Interior

    Service time: approximately 4 to 16 hours

    This service was designed for clients who have a vehicle that has numerous stains and/or odors due to whatever circumstances (flood, mold, fire, trauma, etc.) and need it professionally cleaned and/or repaired to the fullest extent possible. We can have the upholstery or vinyl repaired if requested.

    Includes repeated measures of heated carpet extraction, steam cleaning, advanced odor removal, disinfection techniques, and upholstery or vinyl repair when requested. Contact us by phone or email for more information and a free quote.

    Price: Starting at $500

  • Exterior

    Service time: 1 to 2 day turn around

    Designed for clients that want their car to look showroom quality for years.

    Includes a detailed wash and decontamination with a clay bar and iron remover. After this, either a paint enhancement or a level 1 or level 2 paint correction will be performed to remove swirls and scratches from the paint. After this, either 1 or 2 coatings of C.Quartz ceramic coating are meticulously applied to the wheels, paint, plastic trim, and exterior windows which will keep your vehicle’s exterior immaculate and protected for between 3 and 5 years. Warrantied and maintainence is inlcuded in this service free of charge. This service is completed under a 10’ x 20’ dust-free canopy enclosure.

    You can customize this service by selecting the level of paint correction you would like which basically just depends on the level of swirl marks and fine scratches you would like removed from your vehicle’s paint prior to coating installation. Refer to the Paint Correction section found above to learn more about the difference between level 1 and level 2 paint correction.

    Must be a homeowner with enough driveway space for the canopy structure and our detailing van.

    Customized Pricing:

    Exterior Detail (paint enhancement - increases shine and gloss)

    • With 3 year coating starting at $850

    • With 5 year coating starting at $1,450

    level 1 Paint Correction

    • With 3 year coating starting at $1,400

    • With 5 year coating starting at $2,000

    Level 2 Paint Correction

    • With 3 year coating starting at $2,000

    • With 5 year coating starting at $2,400

    • Clarity Wash

    • Clarity Wash and Wax

    • Mini Exterior and Interior Detail (Maintenance Detail)

    • Interior Detail

    • Exterior Detail

    • Engine Bay Detail

    • Exterior and Interior Detail

    • Interior Restoration (Mold Removal, Biohazard Removal)

    • Smoke and Odor Removal

    • (Coming Soon) Upholstery Repair

    • Headlight Restoration

    • Paint Correction

    • 3+ Year Ceramic Coatings

    • Interior Leather Ceramic Coating

    • Interior Plastic Door Ceramic Coating

    • Wheel Ceramic Coating

    • Glass Ceramic Coating

    • RV Washing, Detailing, Oxidation Removal, and Ceramic Coating

    • Airplane Washing, Detailing, Correction, and Ceramic Coatings

    • (Coming Soon) Mobile Oil Changes, Tire Rotation, Tire Tread & Air Pressure Maintenance

    • Overspray Removal

    • Adhesive Removal

    • Emblem Removal

    • Fleet Services

    • Steam Cleaning

    • Chrome Polishing

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Examples of Our Mobile Auto Detail Work in San Diego:

 
Imagine your car looking like new again? Book your at home wash or detail with the Clarity Car Washing App today! Book.claritycarwashing.com/app #tech #thefutureisnow #mobiledetailing #mobilecarwash
2023 Tesla Model Y Ceramic Coated #ceramiccoating #tesla #model #y
5 year ceramic coating applied to this Dodge Ram 🐏 What is it protected against? ✅ UV Damage ✅ Bird droppings ✅ Acid rain Why get a ceramic coating? ✨ makes your car beautiful 🛡 protects your investment ⏰ saves time 🧼 makes it easier to keep clea
Our Mini (Maintenance) Exterior and Interior Detail! Swipe for some really good before and after shots! Proof even a maintenance detail can make a huge difference on vehicles in rough condition 👍🏼 #luxury #beforeandafter
Experience San Diego’s only fully enclosed mobile ceramic coating installation service🛡 Schedule your 5 year ceramic coating today with our app for iOS and Android! 📆 200+ five star reviews ⭐️ Download our app at 👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼 book.clarit
5 year ceramic coating installation in an enclosed 10’ x 20’ canopy structure for contaminant-free mobile ceramic installation! #ceramiccoating #mobiledetailing #sandiego #sandiegoliving
Waterless Car Wash on this Porsche Cayenne. No scratches, beautiful shine, and #ecofriendly
Happy Easter everyone! #easter #happyeaster #smallbusiness #eastcountysmallbusiness
RV Exterior Wash. Swipe left for the end result! #rvlife #rvdetailing #rvwash #mobiledetailing
2022 Hyundai Genesis in white matte got a Clarity Wash ✨ #hyundai #genesis #sandiegomobiledetailing #carwash #claritycarwashing
One of the biggest differences between a Clarity Wash and a drive thru quick car wash is the wheels. While most car washes can get an 80% improvement on the exterior paint and windows (and even then that’s with the best machines available), the
2023 Lucid Air Touring Edition received a Clarity Wash + Mini-Interior Detail #lucidair #mobiledetailing #sandiego #luxury #services
2003 Dodge Viper 🥵 #dodgeviper
Wet sanding and gas cap before and after shots 😎 #paintcorrection #paintspecialist #wetsanding #mobiledetailing
This client’s BMW has been on a maintenance plan for going on 6 months now. Beautiful after every wash! Coating maintenance as well. Look out for oil change maintenance services coming soon to be included in our Clarity Maintenance Detail Plan!

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FAQs

  • Clarity Car Washing is a high-end and top-class detail experience with the nuance to be able to create simple packages that deliver what our clients really desire for the end results, all while in a timely fashion.

    1. Punctual: For our clients, time is their most valuable asset, so we make sure everything is done on time to the best of our ability. Our software allows us to account for travel errors and other variables so that we can almost always be on time (within 30 minutes of appointment start time).

    2. Reliable: Quality Control procedures, fully insured, and licensed to ensure that every detail we do is up to standard and that if anything goes wrong, it can be fixed! Every detail comes with a guarantee and we follow up with you to make sure you’re satisfied after the appointment. We are always on call to answer questions and strive for being available within 3 days notice.

    3. Professional Results: We take pride in our work, and every client matters to us. We account for the proper time for each job to be done right. Often times what other companies might call a detail, really doesn’t clean or what they call a ceramic coating, is not a real ceramic coating. We are honest and do the best quality work. This is backed by a guarantee of a free touch up appointment if you are not satisfied and if we didn’t do what we were supposed to. But rest assured we are highly rated and have a 98% satisfaction rating. We also perform service reports for every vehicle and report to Carfax to make sure everything is accounted for and reported.

    Ultimately, we deliver exactly what is needed in the industry without any hidden fees or upsells, and all with a guarantee of satisfaction and superb customer service. Stay Shining San Diego!

  • Generally, it is recommended to get your car detailed at least once a year to maintain its appearance and protect its paintwork. However, if you live in an area with harsh weather conditions or if you frequently drive on rough terrain, you may want to consider getting your car detailed more frequently. Additionally, if you regularly transport pets or children in your car, you may need to get it detailed more frequently to remove any stains or odors.

    We recommend an exterior and interior detail at least once a year. We recommend regular maintenance on a weekly basis.

    Our most popular maintenance services are the Clarity Wash & Wax every 3-6 months, Mini Exterior and Interior Detail every 6 months, and Clarity Maintenance Packages which are on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis depending on the client’s needs.

    These services add protection to your vehicle, which in Sunny San Diego, it is very important to protect your paint and interior components from the harsh UV light and sun temperature which will break down the clear coat and interior materials on your vehicle much quicker than other areas of the country.

  • The interior detail is mainly for a deep cleaning meant for stain and odor removal.

    The mini-interior is for regular maintenance and coating of interior surfaces like plastics, vinyl, and leather. Can remove light stains, but is not meant for this.

  • Our Maintenance Plan Schedule & Expectations:

    Weekly: When you want your vehicle to be immaculately clean inside and out at all times.

    Bi-Weekly: When you want your vehicle’s exterior to be protected at all times and the interior to be very clean most days.

    Monthly: When you mainly want your vehicle’s exterior to be protected at all times with the wax coating and you also want the interior to be routinely cleaned to prevent staining or buildup of contaminants.

Contact us.

support@claritycarwashing.com
619.733.6995