Frequently Asked Questions

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We offer a variety of auto detailing services including exterior and interior detailing, paint correction, ceramic coatings, and more.

The cost of auto detailing depends on the specific services you require and the size of your vehicle. Contact us for a personalized quote.

Yes, we require appointments for all auto detailing services to ensure we can provide the highest level of attention and care to your vehicle.

 Ceramic coating is a protective coating applied to the exterior surface of a vehicle, aircraft, boat, or other painted surface. It creates a durable layer that helps protect against UV damage, oxidation, dirt, road grime, water spots, and everyday contaminants while adding gloss and depth to the finish.

 Ceramic coating helps make the surface easier to clean, improves shine, protects the paint from fading and oxidation, and helps repel water, dirt, bugs, and grime. It also helps preserve the appearance and long-term value of your vehicle, aircraft, or equipment. 

Ceramic coating can help add a layer of protection, but it does not make the surface scratch-proof. It can reduce light surface wear and make cleaning safer, but proper washing and maintenance are still important.

The lifespan depends on the product used, the condition of the surface, how the vehicle or aircraft is stored, and how it is maintained. A professionally applied ceramic coating can last for years with proper care and routine maintenance.

Yes. Ceramic coating makes cleaning easier, but it does not eliminate the need for washing. Dirt, bugs, road film, water minerals, and environmental buildup should still be removed regularly to keep the coating performing well.

Detailing focuses on cleaning, polishing, and protecting the surface to improve its appearance. Restoration goes further by addressing oxidation, faded paint, heavier surface defects, and loss of gloss to bring the finish back as close as possible to its original appearance.

In most cases, the surface needs to be corrected or restored before ceramic coating is applied. Coating over oxidation or faded paint will not fix the problem. Southern Roots Coatings prepares the surface first through cleaning, compounding, polishing, and proper prep so the coating bonds correctly.

Surface preparation is one of the most important parts of the process. Before coating, the surface must be cleaned, polished, and cleared of oils, residue, oxidation, and contaminants. Proper prep helps the ceramic coating bond better, look better, and last longer.