Paint Correction Pricing Vs Basic Polish/Wax Pricing ???????

[RyansAutoDetail]

ok since ive just obtained a PC 7424 and have the following in my possession
-m105
-menz finish glaze
-PB PP
-PB 2.5 ssr
-4inch pads with pfw/yellow/orange cut pads
-6.5 inch LC CCS pads

I would like to come up with paint correction packages ranging from say Basic, Secondary and Full Paint Correction and perhaps use a flat rate for three packages.

mind you i still want to get an all in one polish/compound, and a few other polishes to make three various packages and methods to individually price out.

I base most of my flat rates for detail packages on about $20 to $25 hourly labour which i feel is above the average job in my town for someone with my qualifications .

I currently charge

Exterior wash/clay/polish/windows/wax - $85.00
This usually takes a maximum of 5 hours but i feel i could get more in depth with my paint correction and take more time.

Im sure I could spend an 8 hour day doing a full wash paint correct and polish/protect ... and i am sure i could charge upwards of $160 for just exterior work.

anyone want to help me elaborate or stick to charging $85 a pop for a full exterior go over which can get the car about 90% perfect .



a competitor detailing franchise lists this in its website ........

GEM GLOSS WAX
Prices Starting at* $79
Our signature Gem Gloss Wax treatment protects your vehicle
against nature’s harsh elements – restoring the finish to its
original lustrous shine.
Wax & Buff Services The wax penetrates deep into the paint surface reviving the dull finish caused by oxidation – leaving your vehicle’s finish protected and beautifully restored.


GEM COAT PAINT PROTECTION
Prices Starting at* $129
Gem Coat Paint Protection leaves your car looking newer.
Paint Protection Servies Our specially formulated sealant virtually guarantees a long lasting shine and extra durable protection. Your vehicle’s finish is protected against premature fading, nature’s harsh elements and acid rain.

HIGH SPEED POLISHING
Prices Starting at* $299
Our highly specialized High Speed Polishing service revitalizes and beautifies your vehicle’s finish by removing surface oxidation and light-to-medium scratches and abrasions.
High Speed Polishing Our custom formulated compound is applied to your vehicle’s surface and high-speed polishers along with the experienced “touch” of our master detailers takes care of the rest!


i am pretty sure nobody in my city would pay $300 for just paint polishing and protection so i need to be reasonably less than competition and i would like to make at least $20 an hour preferably $25 ...

[Beemerboy]

You want to base all of your detailing charges on the time that it takes you to complete the job.

If the customer wants a full paint correction type of work done and you know it will take you X amount more hours then charge according.

When I price out on jobs I give my customers a range of cost..the plus and minus depends on what I think it will take to finish the job and any unexpected surprises that come up.

Are you using the PC only or do you also have rotary experience?

The PC is a great tool but for true paint correction a rotary is what`s needed!

[RyansAutoDetail]

only pc for now yes

[Beemerboy]

only pc for now yes

Then I would refrain from saying perfect paint correction then. With a PC you can do some great work using the right pad and product combo...I suggest that you get some experience with it.

You can achieve some fantastic results with a PC...it just takes practice.

With a PC your heads above the hand application so your results are going to be very good