Spot Polishing
$50 per panel
For one panel or a small area that needs gloss improvement or light polishing.
Paint Correction
Paint Correction for Swirls, Haze, and Dull Paint
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Spot Polishing $50/panel Paint Enhancement $400+ One-Step $650+ Multi-Step Correction Quote Required
This page explains what correction can realistically improve, what may still remain visible, and how we think about light enhancement versus deeper correction work.
Paint correction improves many defects, but not everything can be safely removed. Deep scratches through the clear coat, rock chips, rust, peeling clear coat, or failed paint may need more than polishing alone.
Correction levels
Three common correction starting points
The right level depends on paint condition, vehicle size, and how much improvement you are actually chasing.
Paint Enhancement
$400+
A lighter polishing step for dull paint, better gloss, minor haze, and light swirl improvement.
One-Step Paint Correction
$650+
For swirl and haze reduction across the vehicle with stronger gloss improvement.
Multi-Step Correction
Quote Required
Used when defects are more serious or expectations are high. Quoted after inspection.
What this service is
Built around the vehicle in front of us
Paint correction is the service people usually need when the paint still has life left in it but looks dull, swirled, washed out, or scratched up from regular use and poor wash habits.
The key is being realistic. Some defects improve dramatically. Some only soften. Some are too deep or too damaged to be corrected safely. We would rather explain that honestly than oversell what the paint can do.
Who it is for
Who this service makes the most sense for
Vehicles with visible swirl marks, haze, or dull paint
Owners preparing the vehicle for coating or long-term protection
Cars that still have healthy paint but need clarity brought back
Anyone wanting to improve the finish without repainting the vehicle
What it helps with
What paint correction can improve, and what it may not fully fix
Correction is incredibly effective for the right kind of paint damage, but it is still limited by the condition of the finish underneath.
What it usually helps with
- Swirl marks
- Light scratches
- Oxidation
- Haze
- Dull paint
- Wash marks and general loss of clarity
What it may not fully fix
- Deep scratches through the clear coat
- Rock chips
- Peeling clear coat
- Rust
- Failed or badly damaged paint
What is included
How we approach correction work
Every vehicle is different, but most correction jobs follow the same basic structure before we decide how aggressive to go.
Wash and decontamination
The paint has to be properly cleaned before the true defect level can be inspected.
Paint inspection
We assess the finish to separate light correctable defects from deeper damage or limitations.
Test spot and process choice
A test area helps us see whether the vehicle needs a simple enhancement, one-step, or something deeper.
Machine polishing
This is where the real correction happens, tailored to the paint and the level of improvement being targeted.
Refinement and finish check
We work toward better clarity, gloss, and overall uniformity instead of just chasing one isolated scratch.
Protection recommendation afterward
Once the paint looks better, it often makes sense to protect it so the improvement lasts longer.
What can affect final pricing?
Starting prices are a guide. Final pricing can move depending on the vehicle, the cleanup level, and any extras you want added.
- Vehicle size matters because larger surfaces take more polishing time.
- Paint hardness, defect severity, and the number of polishing stages all change the final quote.
- Some vehicles need additional prep or follow-up protection after correction.
- We confirm whether the paint is a good candidate before promising a result.
Why Nova Detailing
Why people book this service with us
Realistic correction advice
We tell you what can likely improve, what may only soften, and what may still stay visible.
Improvement over hype
The goal is a finish that genuinely looks better, not vague promises about perfection.
Good prep for coating
If you are thinking about ceramic coating, correction is often the step that makes the final result worth it.
Quoted around the real paint
We price correction around the actual surface, not a generic number that ignores how different one vehicle can be from another.
Ready when you are
Not sure whether your paint needs enhancement or full correction?
Send us a few photos in good light and tell us what bothers you most about the finish. We can usually point you toward the correction level that makes the most sense.
Fastest way to get started
Open the chat widget and send us the vehicle, your location, and what kind of result you want.
