Elias Car Detailing — Fresno, CA
(559) 569-9415Paint Correction
Elias Car Detailing
(559) 569-9415
Paint Correction

Surface Restoration

Paint Correction

Eliminate swirl marks, scratches and oxidation permanently.

Paint Correction

Paint Correction

Multi-stage machine polishing that permanently eliminates swirl marks, water spots, light scratches and oxidation. We restore your paint's original clarity — not just mask defects.
Paint correction is the most transformative detailing service available. Unlike a simple wax or polish that temporarily fills in imperfections, true paint correction uses machine polishers and professional-grade compounds to physically remove a controlled layer of clear coat, eliminating defects permanently. The result is paint that reflects light like a mirror — the way it looked the day it left the factory, or better.
  • Single or multi-stage polishing
  • Swirl marks & scratch removal
  • Oxidation & water spot elimination
  • Paint thickness measurement before & after
  • Decontamination wash + clay bar prep
  • Final LSP (Last Step Product) protection

What Makes It Different

Mirror-Like Finish

We remove defects at the source — not mask them. Your paint reflects depth and clarity that waxing alone can't achieve.

Permanent Results

Unlike temporary fillers, corrected paint stays corrected. Pair it with ceramic coating for long-term protection.

Paint-Safe Process

We measure paint thickness before each pass. No risk of burn-through. Every step is controlled and precise.

Our Process

01

Inspection & Decontamination

Full wash, clay bar decontamination and paint thickness measurement to plan the correction stages.

02

Machine Polishing

Single or multi-stage polishing with professional compounds and pads to remove defects progressively.

03

Final Polish & LSP

Ultra-fine finishing polish followed by a paint sealant or ceramic coating to lock in the correction.

Pricing

Starting at $300

Mobile service — we come to your location anywhere in Fresno and the Central Valley.

Final price depends on vehicle size, paint condition and stages required. Free inspection included.

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Common Questions

A single-stage correction typically takes 4–6 hours. Multi-stage corrections (for heavily scratched paint) can take 8–12 hours. We never rush the process.

Paint correction removes swirl marks, water spots, light scratches and oxidation. Deep scratches that penetrate the clear coat or reach the base coat cannot be corrected by polishing — those require touch-up paint.

Yes. Ceramic coating locks the paint's current condition permanently. Any defects present before coating will be sealed in. We always recommend correction before coating.

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Let's Get Your Vehicle Looking Its Best

Mobile service — we come to you anywhere in Fresno and the Central Valley.