PAINT CORRECTION and scratch removal IN HAMILTON, NJ

Paint correction starts at $269 for a one-step paint enhancement. From there, pricing depends on the vehicle's size, paint condition, severity of the defects, and the level of correction required. More extensive two-step and multi-step corrections involving rotary polishing or wet sanding can exceed $2,000.

Because every vehicle is different, we inspect the paint before providing a final quote. This allows us to recommend the appropriate level of correction without charging you for work your vehicle doesn't need.

Not necessarily. Paint correction can significantly reduce or remove many surface-level scratches, swirl marks, and other imperfections. However, if a scratch has penetrated through the clear coat and into the paint, primer, or down to the metal, polishing alone cannot repair it.

These deeper defects may require paint touch-up or professional refinishing before or in conjunction with correction. During your inspection, we'll identify what can safely be corrected through polishing and what requires additional paintwork.

The time required depends heavily on the vehicle's condition and the level of correction desired. A one-step paint enhancement on a typical sedan takes around 3 hours, while more extensive corrections can take considerably longer.

If wet sanding and multiple polishing stages are required, especially when the goal is a near-perfect finish, a correction can take 15+ hours. During the inspection, we'll evaluate the vehicle and provide an estimated timeframe based on the condition of the paint and the level of correction you're looking for.

A one-step paint enhancement uses a dual-action polisher with a carefully selected pad and compound combination. The entire vehicle is worked once to improve gloss, clarity, and reduce lighter imperfections.

A two-step correction is more intensive. The first stage uses a rotary polisher with a cutting compound to achieve greater defect removal. The vehicle is then refined using a dual-action polisher and polishing compound to remove remaining haze and refine the finish.

The right approach depends on the condition of the paint and the level of correction you're looking to achieve.

Machine polishing removes a very small amount of clear coat as part of the correction process. That's why professional paint correction requires careful inspection and technique. Our goal is to achieve the desired improvement while preserving as much of the vehicle's original clear coat as possible. 

Yes, when appropriate. Wet sanding is reserved for specific defects that cannot be effectively addressed through polishing alone. Because it is an aggressive correction technique, it is only performed when the condition of the paint and available clear coat make it a safe and appropriate option. 

Absolutely. A vehicle that has just undergone paint correction is at the ideal stage to receive a ceramic coating. Once the paint has been properly corrected and refined, the surface is clean, smooth, and free of the imperfections that can interfere with the coating’s appearance and bonding.

Applying a ceramic coating at this stage locks in the freshly corrected finish while adding long-term protection, enhanced gloss, hydrophobic properties, and easier maintenance.

Yes. Paint correction is highly customized, and we don't believe in recommending a correction package based solely on the vehicle's make, model, or a few photos. The condition of the paint, severity and depth of the defects, previous repairs, clear-coat condition, and your expectations for the finished result all need to be considered.

During the inspection, we'll evaluate the paint under proper lighting and determine what level of correction is realistically achievable while preserving as much of the original clear coat as possible. We'll also discuss your goals, whether you're looking for a noticeable enhancement or chasing a near-perfect finish.

From there, we'll recommend the appropriate correction process and provide a final quote based on the actual work the vehicle requires. This ensures you're paying for the correction your vehicle needs—not a one-size-fits-all package.