What's Included in a Full Vehicle Detail?

If you've never had your vehicle professionally detailed before, you may be wondering: What's actually included in a full vehicle detail?

A full vehicle detail goes far beyond a regular car wash. Professional detailing is designed to thoroughly clean, restore, and protect both the interior and exterior of your vehicle, helping it look its best while maintaining its value.

At GoDetail Mobile Auto Spa, our Full Interior & Exterior Detail combines our Interior Shampoo Package with our Premium Exterior Wash to provide a complete vehicle refresh.

What's Included in a Full Interior Detail?

The interior of your vehicle is where you spend the most time, and over the months it can accumulate dirt, dust, salt, stains, pet hair, food spills, and odours.

Our Interior Shampoo Package includes:

✔ Complete interior vacuuming

✔ Carpet shampooing

✔ Upholstery shampooing

✔ Steam cleaning of interior surfaces

✔ Cleaning and dressing of dashboard, console, and door panels

✔ Leather cleaning and conditioning (where applicable)

✔ Interior window cleaning

✔ Air vent cleaning

✔ Seat track cleaning

✔ Trunk and cargo area vacuuming

✔ Door jamb cleaning

✔ Removal of light to moderate stains

✔ Removal of Ottawa road salt buildup

Depending on vehicle size and condition, interior detailing typically ranges from $150 to $275.

What's Included in a Premium Exterior Detail?

The exterior of your vehicle is constantly exposed to dirt, road grime, bugs, salt, pollen, and harsh weather conditions.

Our Premium Exterior Wash includes:

✔ Hand wash using professional detailing products

✔ Foam cannon pre-soak

✔ Wheel and tire cleaning

✔ Tire dressing application

✔ Cleaning of door jambs

✔ Exterior window cleaning

✔ Bug residue removal

✔ Light road film removal

✔ Final hand dry

✔ Shine enhancement

This service helps restore your vehicle's appearance while protecting the paint from everyday contaminants.

Why Do Vehicles Need Detailing?

Many Ottawa drivers underestimate how much dirt and contamination builds up throughout the year.

Professional detailing helps:

- Remove stains and odours

- Eliminate salt buildup after winter

- Improve interior air quality

- Protect leather, vinyl, and plastics

- Improve vehicle appearance

- Maintain resale value

- Extend the life of interior materials

Regular detailing is one of the easiest ways to protect your investment and keep your vehicle looking newer for longer.

How Long Does a Full Vehicle Detail Take?

Most full vehicle details take between 3 to 6 hours, depending on:

- Vehicle size

- Interior condition

- Amount of pet hair

- Salt buildup

- Stains and spills

- Overall cleanliness

Heavily neglected vehicles may require additional time and services.

How Much Does a Full Vehicle Detail Cost?

In Ottawa, full vehicle detailing services typically range between $180 and $350+, depending on the company, vehicle size, and condition.

At GoDetail Mobile Auto Spa, our Full Interior & Exterior Detail typically ranges between $200 and $299, depending on vehicle size and condition.

Our Interior Shampoo Package ranges from $150 to $275 for customers looking for interior-only service.

Mobile Vehicle Detailing in Ottawa

One of the biggest advantages of mobile detailing is convenience. Instead of dropping your vehicle off at a shop, we come directly to your home or workplace.

GoDetail Mobile Auto Spa proudly serves Ottawa, Orleans, Kanata, Barrhaven, Nepean, Stittsville, and Gatineau with professional mobile detailing services designed to keep your vehicle looking its best year-round.

If you're looking for a complete vehicle refresh, contact GoDetail Mobile Auto Spa today for a free quote and experience the difference professional detailing can make.