Do I need to provide water or power?

No! We are completely self-contained. Our mobile unit carries its own water supply and generator. All we need is access to your vehicle and a parking spot for our truck.

How long does a detail take?

It depends on the package and vehicle size. The Refresh takes about 1-2 hours, The Signature Detail takes 2-4 hours, and Ceramic/Paint Correction can take 4-8 hours. We'll give you an accurate estimate when you book.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept all major credit cards, debit cards, cash, Venmo, Zelle, and Apple Pay. Payment is due upon completion of service.

Do you offer any guarantees?

Absolutely! We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you're not completely happy with our work, we'll make it right at no additional charge.

Can you detail my car at my office or apartment complex?

Yes! We can detail your car at your home, office, gym, or anywhere you can legally park for the duration of the service. We just need a designated parking spot.

5 Signs Your Car Needs Paint Correction

Swirl marks, scratches, and dull paint aren't just cosmetic issues — they're signs your clear coat is deteriorating. Here are 5 signs it's time for paint correction.

1. Spider Web Swirl Marks

Park your car in direct sunlight and look at the paint from an angle. See those circular, spider-web-like marks? Those are swirl marks, typically caused by improper washing techniques, automatic car washes, or using dirty towels.

Swirl marks are actually microscopic scratches in your clear coat. Each one scatters light instead of reflecting it cleanly, which is why your paint looks dull instead of glossy.

The fix: Single-stage polish removes light swirls. Moderate swirls need a two-stage compound and polish process.

2. Visible Scratches

Run your fingernail perpendicular across a scratch. If your nail catches, the scratch has gone through the clear coat — paint correction can significantly reduce it but may not fully remove it. If your nail glides over it smoothly, it's a clear coat scratch that paint correction can eliminate completely.

The fix: Machine polishing with a cutting compound, followed by a finishing polish to restore clarity.

3. Water Spots That Won't Come Off

Charlotte's hard water leaves mineral deposits on your paint after rain or sprinkler exposure. Fresh water spots wipe off easily. But if they've been baked in by the sun, the minerals etch into the clear coat, creating permanent marks.

The fix: Chemical water spot remover followed by machine polishing for etched spots.

4. Oxidized or Faded Paint

Oxidation is what happens when UV radiation breaks down your clear coat over time. The paint looks chalky, faded, or cloudy — usually worse on horizontal surfaces (hood, roof, trunk) that get the most sun exposure.

Red and black vehicles are particularly susceptible to visible oxidation. Charlotte's intense summer UV accelerates this process significantly.

The fix: Heavy compound cutting to remove the oxidized layer, followed by polish and a protective coating.

5. Paint Feels Rough to the Touch

Clean paint should feel glass-smooth. If your paint feels rough or gritty even after washing, it's contaminated with embedded industrial fallout, brake dust, tree sap, or rail dust. This contamination slowly eats into your clear coat.

The fix: Clay bar decontamination followed by polish. This is often done as part of a ceramic coating preparation.

Don't Wait Too Long

Paint damage is progressive. What starts as light swirls becomes heavy scratches. What starts as surface contamination becomes permanent etching. The sooner you address these issues, the less aggressive (and expensive) the correction needs to be.

If you noticed any of these signs, schedule a paint correction consultation with Bee Pro Detailing. We'll assess your paint's condition and recommend the right level of correction.