One of the most common questions we get on the driveway is simple: how often should I actually be detailing my car? The honest answer is that it depends on how you drive, where you park, and how you want it to look — but there's a rhythm that works for almost everyone.
The maintenance wash — every 1 to 2 weeks
A proper two-bucket hand wash keeps abrasive grit off your paint and stops it building into the kind of grime that needs aggressive correction later. If you park outside or commute on the freeway, lean toward weekly.
The full detail — every 3 to 4 months
This is where we reset the car: clay bar decontamination, a fresh coat of sealant, deep interior cleaning, and leather conditioning. Quarterly keeps protection topped up before it wears thin.
Paint correction — once or twice a year
Swirl marks and light oxidation creep in over time no matter how careful you are. A correction pass once or twice a year brings the gloss back and undoes the damage before it gets baked in.
- Daily driver, parked outside: weekly wash, quarterly detail
- Garage-kept weekend car: bi-weekly wash, twice-yearly detail
- Just want it clean and protected: a full detail every season
Not sure where your car fits? Give us a call — we'll take a look and recommend a schedule that fits how you actually use it.