Detailing

CAR DETAILING
Modesto, CA — Precision Vehicle Detailing

Four-tier detailing structure — from essential maintenance to multi-stage paint correction and ceramic quartz coating application. Every tier is engineered around the principle that the surface condition determines the quality of everything that comes after it.

Service Structure

Four Tiers of Precision

TIER 1$199

Aesthetic Reset Maintenance

Multi-Stage Hand Wash, Blow Dry, Light Interior Refresh

The Aesthetic Reset is the foundational maintenance service for vehicles regularly exposed to road contamination, environmental fallout, and daily use. Multi-stage hand wash, blow dry, and light interior refresh — establishing a clean, contamination-free surface state.

  • Multi-stage hand wash and blow dry
  • Light interior refresh — wipe-down, surface vacuum, mat cleaning
  • Iron fallout and tar spot chemical removal
  • Wheel and wheel well decontamination
  • Glass cleaning — interior and exterior
  • Tyre dressing and exterior trim conditioning
TIER 2$329

Precision Core Treatment

Full Detail + Clay Bar Decontamination & Protective Sealant

Full detail with clay bar decontamination and protective sealant application. The Precision Core Treatment is the correct preparation service for any vehicle receiving a protective coating or film installation — bonded surface contamination removed, light swirl reduced.

  • All Tier 1 services included
  • Full detail + clay bar paint decontamination
  • Single-stage light machine polish — swirl reduction and gloss enhancement
  • Protective sealant application
  • Water spot and minor oxidation correction
  • Prep-level finish — ready for PPF, wrap, or coating application
TIER 3$499

Disassembly Bio-Sanitization

Deep Interior Extraction, Seat Removal & Steam Sterilization

Complete interior decontamination at the material level. Deep interior extraction, seat removal, and steam sterilization — seats, carpets, headliner, vents, and door panels treated for biological contamination, odour compounds, and ingrained particulate.

  • Partial interior disassembly — seat removal for full access
  • Deep interior extraction — carpets, headliner, vents, door panels
  • Ozone and enzyme-based biological decontamination
  • Steam sterilization on all fabric, leather, and carpet surfaces
  • HVAC duct cleaning and deodorisation
  • All Tier 1 exterior services included
TIER 4$499

Single-Stage Paint Correction

Machine Polishing Removing 50–70% of Light Swirl Defects

Single-stage machine polishing targeting light swirl defects, water spot etching, and oxidation haze — removing 50–70% of surface defects. Panel-by-panel studio light inspection throughout.

  • Single-stage machine polish — 50–70% light swirl defect removal
  • Water spot etching and oxidation haze correction
  • Paint thickness measurement before and after
  • Panel-by-panel studio light inspection
  • Prepares surface for coating or film application
  • All Tier 1 exterior services included
TIER 5$899

Kinetic Surface Correction & Quartz

Multi-Stage Paint Correction + 3-Year Quartz Ceramic Coating

Multi-stage paint correction combined with a 3-year quartz ceramic coating. Deep swirl removal, scratch levelling, and paint clarity restoration followed by professional-grade ceramic quartz coating — hydrophobic, UV-resistant, and chemically resistant.

  • Multi-stage machine polish — deep swirl and scratch correction
  • Paint thickness measurement before and after to verify correction depth
  • Panel-by-panel studio light inspection at each correction stage
  • 3-year quartz ceramic coating application
  • Hydrophobic self-cleaning surface behavior
  • UV resistance and chemical barrier built into the coating layer
ADD-ON$399

PPF / Vinyl Hydrophobic Coating

Specially Formulated Film Topcoat Ceramic Shield

Specially formulated film topcoat ceramic shield for PPF or vinyl wrap surfaces. Provides enhanced hydrophobic performance, chemical resistance, and UV protection over existing film installations — extending service life and maintaining gloss or finish depth.

  • Formulated specifically for PPF and vinyl wrap surfaces
  • Enhanced hydrophobic performance — water beading on film
  • Chemical and contaminant resistance
  • UV protection extending film service life
  • Available as standalone add-on to any PPF or wrap install
  • Applied to entire vehicle or targeted panels

THE ZAELEX STANDARD: THE PERFECT CANVAS

Pristine execution demands a flawless foundation. Before a single millimeter of film or vinyl is applied, every Zaelex installation begins with our mandatory preparation protocol — because a compromised surface guarantees a compromised result.

Every PPF, wrap, and tint installation at Zaelex automatically includes our full multi-stage decontamination process at no additional charge. This is not an upsell. It is the Zaelex Standard.

Multi-Stage Decontamination

Chemical and mechanical removal of bonded contaminants, iron fallout, and tar — exposing the true paint surface.

Paint Prep Included

Every install includes decontamination. No exceptions.

Surface Inspection

Panel-by-panel light inspection under studio lighting to verify zero surface defects before installation begins.

Zero Compromise Policy

If the surface is not perfect, the installation does not proceed. Quality is non-negotiable at Zaelex.

About This Service

About Car Detailing at Zaelex

The Canvas Must Be Perfect Before Protection Is Applied

Zaelex detailing offers six services. Aesthetic Reset Maintenance ($199): multi-stage hand wash, blow dry, and light interior refresh. Precision Core Treatment ($329): full detail + clay bar decontamination and protective sealant. Disassembly Bio-Sanitization ($499): deep interior extraction, seat removal, and steam sterilization. Single-Stage Paint Correction ($499): machine polishing removing 50–70% of light swirl defects. Kinetic Surface Correction & Quartz ($899): multi-stage correction plus 3-year quartz ceramic coating. PPF / Vinyl Hydrophobic Coating ($399): specially formulated film topcoat ceramic shield. All services are built on the Zaelex Standard — surface condition determines the quality of everything that comes after.

Key Highlights

  • Aesthetic Reset Maintenance — $199
  • Precision Core Treatment — $329
  • Disassembly Bio-Sanitization — $499
  • Single-Stage Paint Correction — $499
  • Kinetic Surface Correction & Quartz — $899
  • PPF / Vinyl Hydrophobic Coating — $399
Non-Transactional Intake

Secure Your Appointment

No payment required online. A Zaelex technician will analyze your vehicle's profile and contact you to finalize specifications.

Vehicle Logistics
Core Service Intent

Paint Protection Film (PPF) — select all that apply

Detailing, Correction & Ceramic Add-Ons

Optional — combine with any service above

Customer Logistics
Preferred Booking Date
July 2026
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Zero online payment processing. No credit card required. Your information is used solely to schedule your appointment.

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