Service
Car Scratch Improvement in Jacksonville
Polishing for light scratches, with honest assessment of the rest.
Not every scratch is fixable by polishing, and any detailer who tells you otherwise is guessing. The dividing line is simple: if your fingernail catches in it, the scratch has gone through the clear coat.
Everything above that line can usually be improved substantially, often to the point of disappearing.
Common sources in Jacksonville
Tight parking garages Downtown, shopping-center door dings, brushing against overgrown hedges in older neighborhoods, and grocery cart contact. Most are shallow.
Assessment first
We inspect under focused light, do the fingernail test, and tell you what to expect before starting. If the answer is body shop or touch-up paint, we will say so.
Spot work versus panel work
Polishing a single spot can leave a shiny patch on dull paint. In many cases polishing the full panel gives a much better and more even result.
What this includes
- Fingernail test and lighting inspection
- Full panel polishing for even results
- Realistic outcome explained before work starts
- Protection applied to treated panels
- Body shop referral when appropriate
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove a deep key scratch?
No. Anything through the clear coat needs paint work.
What about paint transfer from another car?
Transfer often comes off completely, since it sits on top of your paint rather than in it.
Is it cheaper than a body shop?
For eligible scratches, considerably. For deep damage, polishing is not an alternative.
Where we perform this service
Scratch Improvement is available across Duval County and into Clay and St. Johns counties. Popular areas include Downtown Jacksonville, Riverside, Avondale, San Marco, Mandarin, Southside.
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