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Exterior Detailing in Seattle

SEATTLE, WA · EXTERIOR DETAILING

Exterior Detailing in Seattle

Full exterior detail brought to your door, professional results without the drop-off

Exterior detailing at your location, done the right way. Our mobile crew covers Seattle, Puyallup, Issaquah, and surrounding areas with hand washing, paint decontamination, trim care, and clean glass treatment performed on-site at your driveway or office. No shop visit needed.

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ABOUT THIS SERVICE

Exterior Detailing Services in Seattle by MDE

Salt Accelerates Corrosion And Surface Wear

Road salt bonds aggressively to paint, wheels, trim, and underbody surfaces during winter driving. If left untreated, it accelerates oxidation, corrosion, and long-term surface deterioration.

How Professional Exterior Detailing Removes Salt Residue

Our professional exterior detailing service safely removes salt contamination using paint-safe washing, wheel cleaning, decontamination treatment, and microfiber drying designed to protect sensitive exterior surfaces.

Want the full picture? Visit our exterior detailing service page for a complete breakdown of what's included, how our pricing works, and what to expect.

OUR PROCESS

How We Perform Exterior Detailing

Every exterior detailing job follows this exact process — no shortcuts, no skipped steps.

  1. 01

    Pre-Inspection

    We walk the vehicle before starting — noting bonded contamination, defects in the clear coat, and any areas that need extra time. This sets the plan for the detail and avoids surprises.

  2. 02

    Foam Pre-Wash

    A pH-balanced foam soak lifts loose grime off the paint surface before any contact wash starts. This prevents fine swirl marks on the very first pass.

  3. 03

    Two-Bucket Hand Wash

    Premium mitt with a two-bucket system — wash on one side, rinse on the other. Wheels, wheel wells, and trim are washed separately so dirt is not transferred to the body.

  4. 04

    Iron + Clay Decontamination

    Iron-fallout chemistry dissolves brake-dust contamination. Detailing clay lifts bonded tar, tree sap, and overspray. The paint should feel like glass before polishing.

  5. 05

    Polish + Trim Restore

    A light polish reduces swirl marks and restores depth to the clear coat. Trim and plastic restorer brings back the deep black on faded plastic and rubber.

  6. 06

    Sealant + Final Inspection

    A long-lasting paint sealant locks in shine and protects against UV, water spotting, and bonded contamination. We close with a full walk-around inspection.

PRICING

Exterior Wash Packages

Pricing based on sedans — other vehicles may cost extra.

Basic Exterior — exterior detailing in Seattle

Basic Exterior

Quick exterior clean and shine

Starting at $169
Typical time · ~1.5 hours
  • ✓Exterior foam wash
  • ✓Hand dry (no water spots)
  • ✓Wheel & tire cleaning
  • ✓Exterior window cleaning
  • ✓Door jamb wipe-down
  • ✓Side mirrors cleaning
Full Exterior — exterior detailing in Seattle
MOST POPULAR

Full Exterior

Wash + protective spray wax

Starting at $199
Typical time · ~2 hours
  • ✓Exterior foam wash
  • ✓Hand dry (no water spots)
  • ✓Wheel & tire cleaning
  • ✓Exterior window cleaning
  • ✓Door jamb wipe-down
  • ✓Side mirrors cleaning
  • ✓Spray Wax
Premium Exterior — exterior detailing in Seattle

Premium Exterior

Full wash, polish & sealant wax

Starting at $299
Typical time · ~2.5 hours
  • ✓Exterior foam wash
  • ✓Hand dry (no water spots)
  • ✓Wheel & tire cleaning
  • ✓Exterior window cleaning
  • ✓Door jamb wipe-down
  • ✓Side mirrors cleaning
  • ✓Sealant Wax (hand-applied wax)
  • ✓Light Polish

All prices listed are for sedans and compact SUVs. Full-size SUVs, trucks, vans, RVs, and boats may be priced slightly higher. Final quote confirmed before we start — no surprise charges.
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Our Work

Real Results from Across the Country

Every photo below comes from a verified customer booking. No stock images. No staged shots.

Yellow sports car after exterior wash, polish, and protection

Sports car

Black sports sedan after paint correction and ceramic coating

Sports sedan

Black adventure motorcycle after full detail and paint protection

Adventure motorcycle

Class A motorhome after oxidation removal and exterior restoration

Class A motorhome

White motorboat on a trailer after exterior gel coat detailing

Boat exterior

White cabin cruiser boat after hull wash and finish protection

Cabin cruiser

Car interior after deep clean and leather conditioning

Car interior

Blue touring motorcycle after chrome polish and ceramic coating

Touring motorcycle

Black Tesla after paint correction and ceramic coating

Electric sedan

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VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY

Exterior Detailing for Every Vehicle We Service

Exterior Detailing works on every vehicle type — the process is the same, the scale changes. Choose a vehicle category to open the matching local page for Seattle.

Cars, SUVs & Trucks Detailing in Seattle

Sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, SUVs, and pickups — packages, pricing, and booking for your area.

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Boats Detailing in Seattle

Hull, deck, and cabin-capable mobile service — see boat packages for your market.

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Motorcycle Detailing in Seattle

Paint, chrome, wheels, and seat care scaled for bikes.

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RVs Detailing in Seattle

Exterior, roof, and cabin work for motorhomes, fifth wheels, and campers.

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WHY GO PROFESSIONAL

Why DIY Exterior Detailing Falls Short

Anyone can wash a car. Exterior detailing is the gap between a wash and a finish that lasts.

Bonded Contamination Stays Behind

A regular wash will not remove iron fallout, tar, or tree sap. Those contaminants stay bonded to the clear coat and continue to damage it. We dissolve and lift them with the right chemistry.

Swirl Marks Get Worse

Wash-bay mitts and single-bucket washes scratch paint over time. Our two-bucket method and microfiber mitts limit fresh swirls and our polish step reduces existing ones.

Wax vs Sealant Confusion

Carnauba wax looks great for a week. Synthetic sealant lasts 3–12 months. We use sealant by default — wax is available as an add-on for shows or photos.

Wheels and Trim Get Ignored

Most DIY washes skip the wheel wells, the door jambs, and the trim restorer step. Those are the surfaces that age a vehicle the fastest if they are not maintained.

SERVICE AREA

Exterior Detailing Across Seattle

We perform exterior detailing at your location throughout Seattle and the surrounding metro — including:

SeattleTacomaBellevueKentEverettRentonFederal WayMarysvilleLakewoodRedmondKirklandAuburnSammamishOlympiaLaceyBurienEdmondsBremertonPuyallupLynnwoodIssaquahBothellLake StevensUniversity PlaceSpanawayMountlake TerraceSeaTacMercer IslandMaple ValleyPort Orchard

Not in the list? Call us — we cover more than what's listed.

WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY

Rated 4.9 Stars for Exterior Detailing in Seattle

Seattle drivers trust us with their vehicles

Google

Rain and road grime had built up badly on my truck. The exterior detail restored the shine perfectly.

Ryan C.

Bellevue

Yelp

Paint felt smooth again after the hand wash service. Wheels and trim looked spotless too.

Emily D.

Kirkland

Google

Way better than the automatic washes I normally use around Seattle. My car looked brighter immediately afterward.

Kevin B.

Redmond

Yelp

Very detailed work from start to finish. Windows stayed streak-free after the appointment too.

Lauren T.

Tacoma

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Exterior Detailing Questions — Answered

How is this different from a car wash?

A wash rinses surface dust. An exterior detail removes bonded contamination, polishes out fine swirl marks, and applies a long-lasting sealant. After a wash the paint is clean; after an exterior detail the paint is restored and protected.

How long does protection last?

Our Basic spray wax lasts about a month. The sealant in our Full tier lasts 3–6 months. The premium sealant in our Premium tier lasts 6–12 months depending on wash frequency and weather.

Will polishing remove all scratches?

Light polish removes shallow swirl marks and water-spot etching. Deeper scratches that have cut through the clear coat may require paint correction or cut & buffing — we will tell you upfront if a defect is below polish-only level.

Can you detail at my apartment or office?

Yes. We work in apartment lots, office lots, and driveways. We bring our own water and power — you just provide the parking spot.

Do I need to be there during the detail?

No. As long as we can access the vehicle and have a safe place to work, you do not need to be present. We will send a completion message when we are done.

What if it rains?

We monitor weather and reschedule if conditions make outdoor work impossible. Sealant and polish steps need dry conditions to bond properly — we will not compromise that.

RELATED SERVICES

Services That Pair Well With Exterior Detailing

These are our other specialty detailing services in Seattle, WA, including Allyn, Anderson Island, and Auburn and surrounding areas. Each service is mobile — we come to your driveway, office lot, marina, or storage location with packages and booking for your market.

Interior Detailing in Seattle

Deep cabin cleaning, extraction, leather care, and odor treatment at your location

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Ceramic Coating in Seattle

Long-term ceramic protection after full paint prep and correction

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Paint Correction in Seattle

Multi-step correction for swirls, haze, and deeper paint defects

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Waxing & Sealants in Seattle

Hand wax or synthetic sealant to lock in gloss after a full detail

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Clay Bar & Polishing in Seattle

Clay decontamination and finishing polish before protection layers

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Cut & Buffing in Seattle

Heavy-cut compounding and buffing for oxidized or heavily marred finishes

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From the Blog

Detailing Tips & Guides for Seattle

Practical advice for drivers in Seattle — maintenance, protection, and what to expect from professional mobile detailing.

How to Remove Water Spots from Car Paint (Fast)
Exterior Care

How to Remove Water Spots from Car Paint (Fast)

Learn how to remove water spots from car paint at home, why hard water spots happen, and when they damage your finish. Simple, proven fixes inside.

Read time: 6 min

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How to Wash Your Car Without Scratching the Paint
DIY / How-To

How to Wash Your Car Without Scratching the Paint

Learn how to wash your car without scratching the paint. Step-by-step guide covering the two-bucket method, proper tools, and pro tips from mobile detailing experts.

Read time: 4 min

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How Often Should You Wax Your Car? Climate Guide
Exterior Care

How Often Should You Wax Your Car? Climate Guide

Detail frequency depends on climate, parking, and use. Daily drivers in coastal salt need more than garage queens in mild climates. Here's the schedule by scenario.

Read time: 4 min

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PEOPLE ALSO SEARCH FOR

Serving Seattle and Surrounding Areas

Bellevue, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Bellevue, WA covering downtown Bellevue towers and I 405 corridor homes. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Bellevue when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Confirm coverage at your address with the ZIP code checker below.

Tacoma, WA

Exterior detailing in Tacoma, WA is available in residential areas around Tacoma and nearby Seattle routes. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Tacoma when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Check your ZIP code below to confirm we cover your address.

Everett, WA

Drivers in Everett, WA schedule exterior detailing near driveways and offices across Everett. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Everett when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Use the ZIP checker below to see if we serve your area. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Renton, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Renton, WA covering Renton subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Renton when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Search your ZIP code below to check if we cover your location.

Kirkland, WA

Exterior detailing in Kirkland, WA is available in Kirkland neighborhoods and main commuter corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Kirkland when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Confirm coverage at your address with the ZIP code checker below. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Redmond, WA

Drivers in Redmond, WA schedule exterior detailing near residential areas around Redmond and nearby Seattle routes. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Redmond when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Check your ZIP code below to confirm we cover your address.

Kent, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Kent, WA covering Kent subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Kent when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Use the ZIP checker below to see if we serve your area.

Federal Way, WA

Exterior detailing in Federal Way, WA is available in Federal Way subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Federal Way when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Search your ZIP code below to check if we cover your location.

Sammamish, WA

Drivers in Sammamish, WA schedule exterior detailing near Sammamish subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Sammamish when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Confirm coverage at your address with the ZIP code checker below. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Marysville, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Marysville, WA covering Marysville neighborhoods and main commuter corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Marysville when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Check your ZIP code below to confirm we cover your address.

Lakewood, WA

Exterior detailing in Lakewood, WA is available in Lakewood subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Lakewood when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Use the ZIP checker below to see if we serve your area.

Auburn, WA

Drivers in Auburn, WA schedule exterior detailing near driveways and offices across Auburn. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Auburn when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Search your ZIP code below to check if we cover your location. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Bothell, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Bothell, WA covering Bothell subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Bothell when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Confirm coverage at your address with the ZIP code checker below.

Shoreline, WA

Exterior detailing in Shoreline, WA is available in residential areas around Shoreline and nearby Seattle routes. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Shoreline when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Check your ZIP code below to confirm we cover your address.

Burien, WA

Drivers in Burien, WA schedule exterior detailing near driveways and offices across Burien. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Burien when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Use the ZIP checker below to see if we serve your area. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Puyallup, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Puyallup, WA covering Puyallup subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Puyallup when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Search your ZIP code below to check if we cover your location.

Bremerton, WA

Exterior detailing in Bremerton, WA is available in Bremerton neighborhoods and main commuter corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Bremerton when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Confirm coverage at your address with the ZIP code checker below. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Edmonds, WA

Drivers in Edmonds, WA schedule exterior detailing near Edmonds subdivisions and local shopping corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Edmonds when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Check your ZIP code below to confirm we cover your address. We bring our own water and power so your location needs nothing set up.

Issaquah, WA

We provide exterior detailing in Issaquah, WA covering driveways and offices across Issaquah. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Issaquah when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Use the ZIP checker below to see if we serve your area.

Mountlake Terrace, WA

Exterior detailing in Mountlake Terrace, WA is available in Mountlake Terrace neighborhoods and main commuter corridors. We wash, decontaminate, and protect paint with safe wash methods, iron removal when needed, and gloss focused finishing. We work on cars and trucks at your home, office, or storage lot. Common add ons include hand wash, clay bar treatment, and paint decontamination. Exterior detailing for trucks is one of our most requested options in Mountlake Terrace when moss, road film, and constant moisture builds up on interiors and trim. Search your ZIP code below to check if we cover your location.

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