Exterior Car Detailing in La Crosse, WI

Q: How long does an exterior detail take?

About 1.5–3 hours for most vehicles; paint correction adds time.

Q: What protection do you use?

A high-quality sealant or spray ceramic offering roughly 3–6 months of protection with proper care.

Q: Will clay scratch my paint?

We wash and lubricate properly to minimize marring; clay is performed after decontamination.

Q: Do you work in winter or rain?

Yes—mobile when weather allows; otherwise we schedule in-shop.

Q: What should I do before my appointment?

Remove roof racks or accessories you don’t want cleaned and keep the driveway accessible.

Safe hand wash, clay decontamination, and a durable sealant for slick gloss and protection.

Book Exterior – From [$125]

Why La Crosse Drivers Trust Mack2Steam

Swirl-Safe Hand Wash

Two-bucket method + foam pre-soak

Clay + Iron Decon

Smoother paint, better protection

5-Star Local Reviews

La Crosse drivers trust Mack2Steam

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Packages & Pricing

Refresh Wash & Seal — From $65

Safe wash, wheels/tires, door jambs, 3–6 month sealant.

Decon & Seal — From $125

Adds iron remover + clay for a smoother, cleaner surface.

Add-Ons

Headlight Restoration · Engine Bay · Water Spot Treatment · Trim Restore

Not sure which package you need? Text photos to (608) 865-1626 for a quick recommendation.

Our Process

1) Inspection – note paint type, swirls, tar/sap, water spots.
2) Deep Clean – foam pre-soak, contact wash, wheels, jambs.
3) Decontaminate – iron remover loosens embedded metals; clay removes bonded grit.
4) Gloss Step – sealant for protection or a light polish for pop.
5) Dress & Detail – trim/tire dressing, streak-free glass, final wipe.

Results You’ll Notice

Smoother paint that stays cleaner longer
• Deeper gloss and water beading
• Safer future washes (less marring)
• UV & chemical resistance from the sealant

Black sedan with glossy paint and sharp reflections after exterior detail.

When You Might Need Paint Correction

If your paint has swirls, oxidation, or heavy water spots, step up to single- or multi-stage correction. It restores clarity before long-term protection like ceramic coating.

Paint Correction → /paint-correction

Ceramic Coating → /ceramic-coating

Exterior FAQs

Q:How long does an exterior detail take?

Q:What protection do you use?

Q:Will clay scratch my paint?

Q:Do you work in winter or rain?

Q:What should I do before my appointment?

Get a Quote

For fastest pricing, attach photos of the hood/roof/doors and any trouble spots

Quick list to send:

Year/make/model • Service wanted • Water spots/sap/swirls? • Mobile or in-shop • 2–3 preferred dates