How much does paint correction cost?
Paint Correction costs $349–$700 per vehicle, median $470. That is 669 prices published by 330 detailers on their own websites, of 2,644 that offer the service. Advertised rates, not quotes. Last read September 2026.
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Choose a realistic finish improvement after inspection, not a promised percentage of defect removal.
| Part of the job | Confirm the scope | Possible difference |
|---|---|---|
| Enhancement | Improve gloss and lighter marks | A one-step process will leave some defects. |
| Correction | Target defects with an appropriate polishing process | More stages mean more work, not unlimited safe removal. |
| Paint repair | Assess deep damage or failed clear coat | Polishing cannot replace missing or peeling paint. |
Questions to ask before booking
- Will you inspect and perform a test spot first?
- Which defects should remain to preserve the finish?
- Is final protection included or quoted separately?
Send each provider the same vehicle details and photos. Ask for approval before extra work begins, and keep a written copy of the agreed package.
By vehicle size
| Vehicle | Typical range | Median | Published by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan / coupe | $350–$650 | $450 | 65 detailers |
| SUV / crossover | $400–$800 | $550 | 57 detailers |
| Truck / large SUV | $400–$849 | $550 | 45 detailers |
Paint correction prices by state
Only states where at least 5 separate businesses publish a price. The rest are not shown rather than estimated.
| State | Typical range | Median | Published by |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $345–$800 | $500 | 65 detailers |
| Florida | $350–$749 | $450 | 57 detailers |
| Texas | $250–$599 | $399 | 41 detailers |
| Georgia | $400–$808 | $549 | 23 detailers |
| North Carolina | $350–$675 | $400 | 15 detailers |
| Washington | $349–$700 | $500 | 15 detailers |
| Arizona | $350–$600 | $500 | 13 detailers |
| Colorado | $300–$650 | $500 | 12 detailers |
| Pennsylvania | $350–$650 | $450 | 10 detailers |
| Illinois | $350–$600 | $400 | 9 detailers |
| New York | $250–$899 | $599 | 9 detailers |
| Ohio | $400–$700 | $440 | 9 detailers |
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A national median is the wrong answer to a local question. These open each city's detailer list, with the local range where enough local shops publish a rate.
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What this number is, and is not
It is what 330 detailing businesses advertise for paint correction on their own websites, read at build time and recomputed on every deploy. It is not a quote: your price depends on your vehicle's size and condition, and on what each shop includes.