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Overview

Carmel Valley cars are generally well kept, and that changes what a coating is for. This is not about rescuing a neglected finish; it is about holding a good one where it is, so the car still looks right in three years rather than merely clean this week.

We have been family-run since 1994, with a 5.0 rating across more than 1,000 five-star reviews, and every tier is priced the same in Carmel Valley as it is countywide.

Ceramic Coating Carmel Valley

The honest way to pick is against how long the car is staying. Five-year protection on a car you are keeping is good value; on a three-year lease it is protection you will hand to somebody else.

Protect your vehicle with our mobile ceramic coating packages, designed to give your car a long-lasting shine while adding an extra layer of defense. Our coatings offer superior scratch resistance and advanced protection against UV rays, road grime, dirt, bird droppings, and other environmental contaminants.

The result is a cleaner, glossier, and more durable finish that helps preserve your vehicle’s appearance for years, all without the need for frequent waxing or extensive upkeep.

Gold Ceramic Detail

This package starts with a complete exterior detail, including a clay bar treatment that safely removes surface contaminants and prepares the paint for coating. Next, we perform a one-step paint polishing process to restore the vehicle’s shine, correct minor imperfections, and create a smooth surface. Once prepped, we apply Opti-Coat Pro to the paint, trim, headlights, and tail lights, providing up to five years of durable protection against UV rays, oxidation, road grime, and other environmental damage.

Silver Ceramic Detail

We begin with a full exterior detail, including a clay bar treatment to remove surface contaminants. A one-step paint polish follows to restore shine and smoothness. Optimum Gloss Coat is then applied to the paint, trim, headlights, and tail lights, delivering a high-gloss finish and up to three years of protection. This service is offered at the Smith Bros Detailing Shop or requires a garage for mobile appointments.

Bronze Ceramic Detail

A clay treatment removes surface contaminants, followed by one-step paint polishing to prepare the paint for coating. TEC582 Ceramic Paint Protection is then applied to all painted surfaces, providing a high-gloss finish and up to one year of durable protection against the elements.

Ceramic Maintenance Wash

A foam cannon wash with deionized water ensures a spotless, spot-free finish, followed by touchless blow drying to prevent streaks and swirl marks. Wheels are carefully detailed, and tires are dressed for a clean, finished look. The interior receives a full vacuum, while the dash, door panels, console, door jambs, and windows are wiped down to leave a fresh, polished appearance inside and out.

Packages & pricing

Mobile Ceramic Coating prices in Carmel Valley

Bronze Ceramic Detail

Protection Level: 1 Year

Coating: TEC582

Best For: Intro-Level Ceramic Protection

Choose vehicle type swipe

coupe

$599

sedan

$649

compact suv

$699

truck

$749

full-size suv

$799

motorcycle

$399

$65/Ft

boat

$65/Ft

What's included

Thorough Exterior Detail w/ Clay Treatment
1 Step Paint Polishing For Ceramic Prep
Apply TEC582 Ceramic Paint Protection to Painted Surfaces
Up to 1 Year of Paint Protection

Most popular add-ons

Ceramic Wheel Faces ($200)
Ceramic Glass ($200)
Additional Paint Polishing Prep ($45/30 mins)
Interior Detailing ($45/30 mins)

Vehicle condition & upgrades

Paint Condition:

Depending on the condition of your vehicle's paint, extra labor may be required for the one-step polish.

Removing paint imperfections is crucial prior to the application of TEC582.

BRAND NEW VEHICLES - $0 (+ 0 hours extra labor)
LIKE-NEW VEHICLES (1-12 Months Old) - $180 (+ 2 hours extra labor)
USED VEHICLES (1-3 Years Old) - $270 (+ 3 hours extra labor)
OLDER VEHICLES (3-7+ Years Old) - $360 (+ 4 hours extra labor)

Addons:

Interior Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Includes thorough vacuuming, wiping down interior, cleaning interior windows, and wiping down door jams.
Headlight Restoration ($149): Restoring dull, faded, and oxidized headlight lenses. Includes sealer.
Engine Detailing ($149): Includes underneath hood and all top surface components of the engine
Decal Removal ($45/30 mins): Sticker/vinyl/emblem removal from any surface.
Oversized/Lifted/Full Size ($90): For vehicles lifted, raised, or with oversized wheels and tires. Also includes full-sized trucks that are not stock
Matte/Wrapped Finish ($90): Utilizing a specially formulated conditioner for vehicles with vinyl wraps or paint with a matte finish.
Plastic Trim Restoration ($149): This option is for exterior plastic trim that is faded/dull and helps to restore original luster.
Truck Bed Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Thorough cleaning of the truck bed.
Steam Clean Cloth Seats ($45-$90): For vehicles with cloth, fabric, or upholstered seats. Includes shampooing/steam cleaning.
Interior Rodent Decontamination ($475): Includes enzyme, steam, and ozone treatment for the interior of the vehicle to neutralize odors and contamination.
Rodent Engine Bay Decontamination ($249): Clean and decontaminate the engine bay after a rodent infestation.
Interior Dressing ($45): Water-based interior treatment on all vinyl/plastic components like dash, door panels, and center console. Protects and adds luster.
Leather Conditioner ($45): PH-Balanced leather conditioner specifically designed to protect leather.
Headliner Cleaning ($45): Carefully cleaning (headliner) ceiling of vehicle.
Seatbelt Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Deep cleaning of all seatbelts.
Vomit Decontamination ($249): Includes decontamination of vomit areas with enzyme, steam, and ozone treatment. Larger incidents may result in addition labor at $45 per 30 minutes.
Odor Remediation ($90/hr): Odor remediation using an enzyme cleaner to treat areas of contamination, smoke, spills, pet stains, urine, feces. For best results, we recommend adding the Ozone Treatment addon.
Ozone Treatment ($249): Ozone generator designed to remediate airborne odors from vehicle interior including ventilation system. For best results, use with Odor Removal addon.
Carpet & Fabric Protection ($100-150)

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Silver Ceramic Detail

Protection Level: 3 Years

Coating: Optimum Gloss Coat

Best For: Excellent Ceramic Protection

Choose vehicle type swipe

coupe

$799

sedan

$849

compact suv

$899

truck

$949

full-size suv

$999

motorcycle

$499

$90/Ft

boat

$90/Ft

What's included

Thorough Exterior Detail w/ Clay Treatment
One-Step Paint Polishing
Application of Optimum Gloss Coat to Paint, Trim, Headlights, & Tail Lights
Up to 3 Year of Paint Protection
Available at Smith Bros Detailing Shop or Must Have Garage For Mobile Service

Most popular add-ons

Ceramic Wheel Faces ($200)
Ceramic Glass ($200)
Additional Paint Polishing Prep ($45/30 mins)
Interior Detailing ($45/30 mins)

Vehicle condition & upgrades

Paint Condition:

Depending on the condition of your vehicle's paint, extra labor may be required for the one-step polish.

Removing paint imperfections is crucial prior to the application of Opti-Coat.

BRAND NEW VEHICLES - $0 (+ 0 hours extra labor)
LIKE-NEW VEHICLES (1-12 Months Old) - $180 (+ 2 hours extra labor)
USED VEHICLES (1-3 Years Old) - $270 (+ 3 hours extra labor)
OLDER VEHICLES (3-7+ Years Old) - $360 (+ 4 hours extra labor)

Addons:

Ceramic Coat Wheel Faces ($200): Application of ceramic to all surfaces of wheel face. Does not include wheel barrels.
Interior Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Includes thorough vacuuming, wiping down interior, cleaning interior windows, and wiping down door jams.
Headlight Restoration ($149): Restoring dull, faded, and oxidized headlight lenses. Includes sealer.
Engine Detailing ($149): Includes underneath hood and all top surface components of the engine
Decal Removal ($45/30 mins): Sticker/vinyl/emblem removal from any surface.
Oversized/Lifted/Full Size ($90): For vehicles lifted, raised, or with oversized wheels and tires. Also includes full-sized trucks that are not stock
Matte/Wrapped Finish ($90): Utilizing a specially formulated conditioner for vehicles with vinyl wraps or paint with a matte finish.
Plastic Trim Restoration ($149): This option is for exterior plastic trim that is faded/dull and helps to restore original luster.
Truck Bed Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Thorough cleaning of the truck bed.
Steam Clean Cloth Seats ($45-$90): For vehicles with cloth, fabric, or upholstered seats. Includes shampooing/steam cleaning.
Interior Rodent Decontamination ($475): Includes enzyme, steam, and ozone treatment for the interior of the vehicle to neutralize odors and contamination.
Rodent Engine Bay Decontamination ($249): Clean and decontaminate the engine bay after a rodent infestation.
Interior Dressing ($45): Water-based interior treatment on all vinyl/plastic components like dash, door panels, and center console. Protects and adds luster.
Leather Conditioner ($45): PH-Balanced leather conditioner specifically designed to protect leather.
Headliner Cleaning ($45): Carefully cleaning (headliner) ceiling of vehicle.
Seatbelt Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Deep cleaning of all seatbelts.
Vomit Decontamination ($249): Includes decontamination of vomit areas with enzyme, steam, and ozone treatment. Larger incidents may result in addition labor at $45 per 30 minutes.
Odor Remediation ($90/hr): Odor remediation using an enzyme cleaner to treat areas of contamination, smoke, spills, pet stains, urine, feces. For best results, we recommend adding the Ozone Treatment addon.
Ozone Treatment ($249): Ozone generator designed to remediate airborne odors from vehicle interior including ventilation system. For best results, use with Odor Removal addon.
Carpet & Fabric Protection ($100-150)

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Gold Ceramic Detail

Protection Level: 5 Years

Coating: Opti-Coat Pro

Best For: Best Ceramic Protection

Choose vehicle type swipe

coupe

$1299

sedan

$1399

compact suv

$1499

truck

$1599

full-size suv

$1699

motorcycle

$599

$95/Ft

boat

$95/Ft

What's included

Thorough Exterior Detail w/ Clay Treatment
One-Step Paint Polishing
Application of Opti-Coat Pro to Paint, Trim, Headlights, & Tail Lights
Up to 5 Years of Protection
Available at Smith Bros Detailing Shop or Must Have Garage For Mobile Service

Most popular add-ons

Ceramic Wheel Faces ($200)
Ceramic Glass ($200)
Additional Paint Polishing Prep ($45/30 mins)
Interior Detailing ($45/30 mins)

Vehicle condition & upgrades

Paint Condition:

Depending on the condition of your vehicle's paint, extra labor may be required for the one-step polish.

Removing paint imperfections is crucial prior to the application of Opti-Coat.

BRAND NEW VEHICLES - $0 (+ 0 hours extra labor)
LIKE-NEW VEHICLES (1-12 Months Old) - $180 (+ 2 hours extra labor)
USED VEHICLES (1-3 Years Old) - $270 (+ 3 hours extra labor)
OLDER VEHICLES (3-7+ Years Old) - $360 (+ 4 hours extra labor)

Addons:

Ceramic Coat Wheel Faces ($200): Application of ceramic to all surfaces of wheel face. Does not include wheel barrels.
Interior Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Includes thorough vacuuming, wiping down interior, cleaning interior windows, and wiping down door jams.
Headlight Restoration ($149): Restoring dull, faded, and oxidized headlight lenses. Includes sealer.
Engine Detailing ($149): Includes underneath hood and all top surface components of the engine
Decal Removal ($45/30 mins): Sticker/vinyl/emblem removal from any surface.
Oversized/Lifted/Full Size ($90): For vehicles lifted, raised, or with oversized wheels and tires. Also includes full-sized trucks that are not stock
Matte/Wrapped Finish ($90): Utilizing a specially formulated conditioner for vehicles with vinyl wraps or paint with a matte finish.
Plastic Trim Restoration ($149): This option is for exterior plastic trim that is faded/dull and helps to restore original luster.
Truck Bed Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Thorough cleaning of the truck bed.
Steam Clean Cloth Seats ($45-$90): For vehicles with cloth, fabric, or upholstered seats. Includes shampooing/steam cleaning.
Interior Rodent Decontamination ($475): Includes enzyme, steam, and ozone treatment for the interior of the vehicle to neutralize odors and contamination.
Rodent Engine Bay Decontamination ($249): Clean and decontaminate the engine bay after a rodent infestation.
Interior Dressing ($45): Water-based interior treatment on all vinyl/plastic components like dash, door panels, and center console. Protects and adds luster.
Leather Conditioner ($45): PH-Balanced leather conditioner specifically designed to protect leather.
Headliner Cleaning ($45): Carefully cleaning (headliner) ceiling of vehicle.
Seatbelt Cleaning ($45/30 mins): Deep cleaning of all seatbelts.
Vomit Decontamination ($249): Includes decontamination of vomit areas with enzyme, steam, and ozone treatment. Larger incidents may result in addition labor at $45 per 30 minutes.
Odor Remediation ($90/hr): Odor remediation using an enzyme cleaner to treat areas of contamination, smoke, spills, pet stains, urine, feces. For best results, we recommend adding the Ozone Treatment addon.
Ozone Treatment ($249): Ozone generator designed to remediate airborne odors from vehicle interior including ventilation system. For best results, use with Odor Removal addon.
Carpet & Fabric Protection ($100-150)

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Ceramic Mini Detail

Protection Level: None

Coating: None

Best For: Ceramic Maintenance Wash (As Needed)

Choose vehicle type swipe

coupe

$259

sedan

$279

compact suv

$299

truck

$319

full-size suv

$349

What's included

Foam Cannon Wash w/ Deionized Water
Touchless Blow Drying
Detail Wheels & Dress Tires
Thorough Vacuuming
Clean Dash, Door Panels, Console, Door Jambs, & Windows

Most popular add-ons

Ceramic Boost ($100)
Heavy Kid Use ($45/30 mins)
Pet Hair ($45/30 mins)
Heavy Sand ($45/30 mins)

Vehicle condition & upgrades

Vehicle Condition:

Vehicles that have NEGLECT i.e. Pet Hair, Sand, Kid Use, Excessive Dirt, Stains will require extra labor.

PET HAIR + $45 (30 mins extra labor)
HEAVY KID USE + $45 (30 mins extra labor)
STAINS + $45 (30 mins extra labor)
SAND/MUD + $45 (30 mins extra labor)
OLD/WORN VEHICLE + $90 (60 mins extra labor)

Ceramic:

Ceramic TEC582 Paint Protection ($100-$150): Substitute ceramic for wax. TEC582 Ceramic Sealant lasts up to 6 months, twice as long as wax. To achieve 1 year of ceramic protection, we recommend the Ceramic Prep Polishing Addon.

Addons:

Headlight Restoration ($149): Restoring dull, faded and oxidized headlight lenses. Includes sealer.
One Step Paint Polish ($150-$250): Recommended for vehicles that have not been waxed in one year or longer. Performed prior to applying wax or ceramic, single stage machine orbital polishing to improve paint luster and reduce washlines, swirl marks and fine clear coat blemishes.
Engine Detailing ($149): Includes underneath hood and all top surface components of the engine bay.

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Why Get a Ceramic Coating?

Long-Lasting Protection

Ceramic coatings bond directly to your car's paint and clear coat, adding a durable layer that resists marring and fine wear over time. Unlike wax that wears off in weeks, a professional ceramic coating lasts 1 to 5 years with a single application.

Hydrophobic Water Beading

A coated vehicle repels water on contact, which helps prevent water spots and makes washing faster and easier. San Diego's coastal salt air and Santa Ana winds carry fine debris that sticks to uncoated paint. The hydrophobic properties of ceramic coating shed dirt and grime before they bond to the surface.

Easy Maintenance

With a ceramic coating, dirt and grime come off with a simple pH-neutral car wash. You no longer need to reapply wax every few months. We recommend avoiding automatic car washes with abrasive brushes, as they can wear down any coating over time. Our Ceramic Mini wash is built specifically for coated vehicles.

Sun and Environmental Protection

San Diego sun fades unprotected automotive paint over time. Nano-ceramic particles block UV rays and resist damage from bird droppings and road debris, keeping your vehicle's paint looking new for years.

Mobile Window Tinting Service — Professional Tinting at Your Location

Smith Bros brings premium window tinting directly to your home or office. Our mobile window tinting service provides expert installation using high-quality films that improve comfort, privacy, and protection for you and your vehicle.

Benefits:

Reduces heat buildup and keeps your car cooler
Protects interior from sun damage and fading
Blocks harmful UV rays for added skin protection
Increases privacy and reduces interior visibility
Improves overall driving comfort and safety
Mobile service — we come to your location
Professional-grade installation with precision cuts

Ceramic coating in Carmel Valley

The wear here is the quiet kind. Sun on a driveway through the afternoon, road film from the daily run, brake dust bonding to the wheels. None of it is dramatic and all of it is cumulative, and a ceramic coating is the layer that absorbs it instead of the clear coat.

We are an authorized Opti-Coat installer and we bring the coating to your address in Carmel Valley. Tiers run from a one-year ceramic paint protection through to Opti-Coat Pro at five years, and every tier includes the clay treatment and polishing that lets the coating bond properly.

Mobile Auto Detailing: Car Care at Your Doorstep

This is the stage that decides the result, and on a well-kept car it is usually about removing the light swirling that comes from washing rather than from driving.

With Smith Bros mobile auto detailing, you get professional-level detailing without leaving your driveway. We use advanced tools, high-quality products, and expert techniques to restore and maintain your vehicle’s appearance inside and out.

Benefits:

Thorough exterior cleaning and paint decontamination
Hand wash and touchless drying to prevent swirl marks
Interior vacuuming and full wipe-down for a fresh cabin
Clean and dress tires, wheels, and trim for a polished look
Removes dirt, stains, and odors for a like-new feel
Mobile service — no waiting at a shop
Helps protect and preserve your vehicle’s condition

Protecting a car that is already in good order

On a car that has been looked after, the mistake worth avoiding is coating it too soon — before the paint has been corrected. A coating is transparent and permanent for its lifespan, so whatever is in the clear coat when it goes on is what you will be looking at for the next few years.

That is why the prep stage takes most of the appointment. Decontaminate, correct, then coat. Skipping the middle step is what produces a glossy car with the swirls still visible in direct sun.

Afterwards, the maintenance changes rather than disappears. No drive-through brushes, because those are what put the swirls in to begin with; rinse the road film off before it has time to bond; and a maintenance wash when the car needs more than that. On a coated car, that routine takes a fraction of the time it did before.

If the car is going to keep doing freeway miles, the front end will still take chips, and that is a job for paint protection film in Carmel Valley rather than for a coating.

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