Deep
Exterior Paint Decontamination & Protection
- Hand wash
- Clay bar treatment
- Iron decontamination
- Long-lasting machine wax
- Coupe / Sedan
- $130 – $160
- SUV / Truck
- $155 – $180
- Large SUV / Minivan
- $180 – $220
Clay bar and wax in Maple Ridge
A clay bar and wax in Maple Ridge only works if the paint underneath is clean. That's why decontamination comes first: an iron remover dissolves embedded brake and rail dust, and a clay bar lifts the bonded grit a wash leaves behind, so the wax has bare paint to grab.
Starts at $130 for a coupe or sedan. See pricing
Clay Bar & Wax, done where you park
This is our Exterior Paint Decontamination & Protection service: hand wash, clay bar treatment, iron decontamination and a long-lasting machine wax, all done in your driveway.
Who it's for
- Paint that feels rough after a wash
- Cars parked under cedars picking up sap all summer
- Commuters coating the car in winter brine on Hwy 1
- Dark paint where road film shows every time
What's included and what it costs
Prices vary within the range based on vehicle size and condition. Add-ons can be combined with any service.
Add to this service
- Headlight Restoration (pair)Yellowed lenses sanded, polished and sealed.$75 – $100
- Exterior Plastic Trim RestorationGrey, chalky trim brought back to an even dark finish.Get a quote
Before and after
Photo: clay bar & wax, after
Photo: clay bar & wax, before
How we do it
Step 1
Wash
Wheels, then a foam pre-soak and hand wash.
Step 2
Iron decon
Iron remover on the paint to dissolve embedded brake dust and rail dust.
Step 3
Clay
Clay bar with lubricant across every painted panel.
Step 4
Machine wax
Wax applied by machine for an even, long-lasting coat.
Step 5
Buff and inspect
Buffed off, checked in the light, walked with you.
What a clay bar treatment removes
Run your hand over a freshly washed hood through a plastic sandwich bag. The roughness you feel is bonded contamination: brake dust, industrial fallout, rail dust from the tracks, tree sap, overspray. Washing doesn't move it because it's stuck in the clear coat, not sitting on it.
Iron decontamination chemically dissolves the metal particles. Clay pulls out the rest mechanically. Afterwards the paint feels like glass, and the wax actually bonds instead of sitting on top of grit.
Why wax matters in BC rain
Wax is a sacrificial layer. Rain, road film and brine wear at it instead of at your clear coat. Water sheets off, dirt has less to hold on to, and the next wash takes less work.
Applying it by machine gets an even coat across every panel, which is a big part of how long it lasts on a car parked outside from October to April. Pair it with a hand wash between visits to keep it working.
Common questions
How much is a clay bar and wax?
Exterior Paint Decontamination & Protection is $130 – $160 for a coupe or sedan, $155 – $180 for an SUV or truck, and $180 – $220 for a large SUV or minivan.
Does clay bar damage paint?
Not when it's used with plenty of lubricant and a clean piece of clay. Clay that gets dropped is replaced, not reused.
How long does the wax last on a car parked outside?
It depends on the weather, how the car is stored and how often it's washed, so we'll give you a realistic expectation on the day rather than a marketing number.
Will this remove swirl marks?
No. This is decontamination and protection, not paint correction. We don't offer paint correction.
Do I need clay every time?
No. Most cars here benefit once or twice a year. In between, a hand wash is enough.
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Ready to book?
Tell us about the car and what it needs. We'll come to your driveway or workplace, anywhere from Maple Ridge to Vancouver, any day from 5 AM.