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XSFDetail

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If you were asked for advice on how to find a detail shop that would work for you, what would you say? I will be doing a show this week and this is a question that will be brought up. I know what my answers will be, but I also know that opinions may very. Therefore I ask you: If you just moved to a new city and were wanting some detailing done, how would you find a shop, what questions would you ask, what would make you choose them, or look elswhere....Inquireing minds want to know!Feed back please
 
:iagree: That is a valid point...but what I have noticed is that most people are not aware nor concerned enough to find this place on the computer. As valuable a toll that it is, most people are lazy, and don't expect to go to the interweb for a detail shop, unless it is a local phone directory.

Let me pose the question another way. If a customer comes in off the street and wants you to show them why they should choose your shop, what will you show or tell them?
 
First question for me would be are they insured.

Second would be do the have a picture portfollio featuring before and after shots of there work.

Third would be what line of products would be used (alot of people ask this one).

Fourth Pricing is it a set price per process or an hourly price. I recommend a friends place to a lot of people because its hourly. The reason i say this to people is, Because he charges by the hour you pay for how long it takes to do the job right. Not more for something that takes less time and the job is not compromised because it takes more time.

Fifth is what types of vehicles do they mostly work on. If a shop works on low end cars and fleet vehicles all the time there is a reason for it.

There maybe more i can add to this but it's all i can think of off the top of my head.
 
If I were moving to a different town I would still be doing my own detailing :D
 
Dr Oldz said:
I would prolly start by asking around here!
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Dubbin1 said:
If I were moving to a different town I would still be doing my own detailing :D
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So that's how it is with you guys...I apprieciate the fun and games, but the more honest feedback I can get the better I can present this to my audience...
It's all good, I know what I will be saying, was also thinking this could be an educational post for those in the forum that need some of this knowledge themselves:xyxthumbs:
 
XSFDetail said:
So that's how it is with you guys...I apprieciate the fun and games, but the more honest feedback I can get the better I can present this to my audience...
It's all good, I know what I will be saying, was also thinking this could be an educational post for those in the forum that need some of this knowledge themselves:xyxthumbs:
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That was my honest feed back........
 
Here is a little something I wrote on the subject awhile back. I hope this helps.......



I get calls all day long from people looking to get their vehicles detailed. One thing that is apparent, nobody seems to know what to look for in choosing an auto detailer. Price usually is the first question. Even though price is important it isn't the most important factor.

Not doing your "homework" might result in having your vehicle damaged or at the very least not getting a good job performed.

Unfortunately, there are no standards in the auto detailing industry. A person can do almost anything to your vehicle and label it detailed.

If you do your homework you will be able to select an auto detailer that should be more than adequate to detail your vehicle.

First thing I recommend is to get informed. There are a number of web sites that are auto detailing specific. Learn the basics, the lingo and things that should and shouldn’t be done to your vehicle. When you interview the prospective detailer you will know if he/she is just blowing smoke.

Second, find a detailer with a proven track record. Ask around. Get references.

How long have they been in business? Can they show you their work? Do they have testimonials that can attest to their skills? Are they familiar with your type of vehicle?

Third, make sure they are a legitimate. They should have a business license and insurance with limits that will cover your vehicle. Their employees need to be covered by workers compensation insurance.

When you finally find/choose somebody all isn’t over. Did they show up on time? Are they professional? If mobile, did they leave your driveway, garage, etc... neat and clean as well?

How does your vehicle look? Is the finish defect free? Is the shine improved? Are the other areas such as wheels, trim, interior, windows, etc... properly detailed? How did the detail hold up? It should be apparent relatively soon after the detail was performed if cheap products and/or improper techniques were used.

Good Luck!
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Thank you friends, your knowledge will be well used. Never know, may even bring a customer to your door someday!:goodjob2:
 
Visit the shop, or try and watch the mobile guy.

Do they rinse wash sponges often? Or try to do the entire car with one?

Do they go from greasy door-jamb/wheel well to painted surface with the same un-rinsed towel?

Do they change water when it gets black?

Do they switch to a new towel / sponge if dropped?

Do they look like they take time with the buffer? Or do they speed along like a ferret on amphetamines?

Does the shop/workspace look clean and neat? Or are tools, unlabeled bottles, dirty towels, spit cup scattered far and wide?

Can they answer questions about why certain processes and/or chemicals are used? Or do you get the sense that they do it this way because it's the way it's always been done?

Do you see Turtle Wax or NuFinish anywhere? (kidding?)
 
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