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    Paul's Mobile Detailing

    4.5 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    It's like a milkshake was never spilled...
    Mellany Q.

    Five stars isn't enough. Paul at Paul's Detailing took my car, which had been through a milkshake disaster, years of husky fur buildup (can only do so much with my portable vacuum at home), and some mystery interior damage, and handed it back to me smelling and looking brand spanking new. Literally his words, and he delivered on them completely. What set him apart was the depth he went to. He could've just wiped things down and called it a day, but instead he pulled the front seat out to find and clean milk residue that had seeped underneath the rubber mat. He used a leather soft-fill compound to repair a burn hole in the seat headrest and repainted it to match. He restored my foggy headlights until they looked factory fresh. He revived the faded exterior plastic trim. And through all of it, he kept me updated constantly, explaining exactly what he found, what he recommended, and why, with zero pressure. I really appreciate how communicative he is with his clients, it's one of my favorite things to look out for when trying out a business for the first time, and he delivered. His pricing is fair and transparent. That kind of integrity is rare. If your car needs love, take it to Paul. You won't regret it. I showed up to drop off my car extremely stressed out. It was one of those moments where I realized, yeah I haven't shown this car some love in yearsss, and I am happy I trusted Paul to bring it back to life!

    Victor C.

    The pictures speak for themselves. After updating my review I get a private message from Paul on Yelp reading as follows: You're straight up lame. Can't make this up folks.

    After detailing
    Antonia S.

    Amazing customer service, honest insight to ensure we knew what we were dealing with and how to resolve. We took my car in after my dog had vomited in the cargo area on a road trip. The smell was lingering despite us cleaning the carpet with our Bissell. Paul was honest, and did a thorough assessment before giving us a breakdown. He proactively removed the plastic components (with our permission) to check if any had fallen through the cracks. Sure enough, it had. He did a deep cleaning, removed all vomit, cleaned and sanitized. My car looked immaculate and smelled sooooo much better. Highly recommend Paul's Mobile Detailing. What you get is ten fold the cost!

    After
    Andrew M.

    "Huge shoutout to Paul! My 4Runner got beat up by some snow chains during a Truckee trip, and Paul saved the day. His quote was honest and reasonable, and he had me back on the road in no time. He's incredibly knowledgeable and gives it to you straight--no fluff, just updates and great work. Don't let the mixed reviews or his high-speed personality fool you; he's a good guy who truly cares about the quality of his work. Highly recommended!" I find his ADHD endearing. Expect to have a solid conversation.

    Getting the grime under the seats
    Julie D.

    UPDATE: Exploring my car was an adventure. Paul kept in contact with me as the work progressed discussing options. They dried it out and removed the hidden and visible yucky stuff which was what I wanted done. They were timely. When I got my car back I happily drove it around feeling safe breathing the air in it. Some before, during and after pics attached. ORIGINAL: Just started working with Paul on my problem child, a 2007 Honda Element, that was banished unused to the outdoors rain or shine for way too long. And it was a dog walking car, so you can imagine just how bad things are. Paul is working through a multitude of issues and we are jointly finding the best path forward, so I can have the car back in a healthy and presentable state. So many people told me to say goodbye to the car. Nope, not doing that. Working with Paul instead. Updates to follow.

    I came to Paul with a full list: deep detail, paint damage that had been bothering me for months, cosmetic scuffs, and a few minor mechanical odds and ends. I expected 80% done adequately. I got 110% done exceptionally. The paint touch-up work was precise. Color match was spot on, blending was clean, and the repaired areas are genuinely hard to find now. The deep detail was equally thorough. Every crevice around the engine, frame, and bodywork that I'd written off as permanently grimy came back looking factory fresh. The finish had a depth that reminded me of the day I picked it up. The light mechanical work came with clear communication, honest options, and zero pressure. That kind of transparency is rare. Pricing was fair for the quality. If you actually care about your bike, this is where you take it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    After (basic wash)
    Jennifer H.

    I don't go in for car washes frequently, and I was well overdue for one! I had a basic wash with vacuum planned, and Paul went above and beyond. He vacuumed the protective rubber mats as well as the carpet beneath it, and in my trunk where it was in dire need of vacuuming. There was a huge layer of dust and grime that disappeared after his work (I wish I had before pictures). Paul also helpfully gave me the heads up that the outer coat on the roof of my car was worn down (which is hard for me to see since I'm short), and was hence a little tougher to clean. I live in an apartment building so it's not very convenient for me to wash and vacuum my car at home, so Paul's Mobile Service is a great solution. He had many cars to do that day and made sure every single one was done. He estimated that he would be able to finish my car within 1-1.5 hours based on the queue, and did successfully finish on time.

    R T.

    Just had Paul and team do the interior, exterior and paint repairs on my black Audi. Unbelievable work. Looks brand new, and communication was great. Amazing.

    Keith C.

    Paul's service was excellent and I couldn't have asked for more. After my baby nephews left a mess in the car, I needed someone to clean it up ASAP. Super Flexible: I needed a last-minute detail and Paul was ready to meet me wherever I needed to be. It was simple and we met within 1 hr of the request. Thorough: I only scoped out a couple places on the surface that needed work but he went into the deep crevices and under side of the trunk to make my car spotless.

    Honda, bumper scratch buffer to new.

    I'm an Uber driver and my car can get pretty messy after long shifts. Paul's Detailing always comes through--he does a great job every time and charges a fair price. Highly recommend if you need your car looking clean and fresh again.

    Before
    Jenn T.

    The short version: I got much needed rust repairs, interior refresh, and bumper issues fixed by Paul and team, who put in 5-star effort and kept me well informed throughout the project. Although it was a more extensive job than I'd hoped, it was great to take care of the rust issues, and the car looks better than it has in a decade! The long version: I had requested quotes through Yelp to fix up my 16 year old car, which had developed rust spots on the door panels. Knowing that rust repairs are not cheap, I received surprisingly low quotes from Paul and another shop. Maybe that was because my photos didn't show the extent of damage well. Once Paul inspected the vehicle, it was apparent the repairs would be more extensive than initially hoped, requiring a lot of prep and repainting two doors. Paul was clear on the pricing of labor and materials and the work to be done. Once the project started, he had outstanding communication, sending up-to-date photos and contacting me immediately whenever a potential issue came up. After the rust was repaired, Paul alerted me to the mismatch in the new paint color which was factory color vs the faded paint of the rest of the car. Paul's team put in extra effort to blend with the other panels, and I really appreciate their dedication to a quality job. Paul's office manager Aldo and assistant were also friendly and helpful throughout the process. One note, Paul might be polarizing; some folks will greatly appreciate his enthusiasm in his craft and feels that he works to provide value, while others may feel pressured, suspicious about changing estimates, or concerned about the time it takes. In my case, I look at the restoration and repair of my car, I really appreciate the excellent communication and the whole team's 5-star effort, at a competitive price.

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    Everything came out even better than expected. Paul did a great job on the car, happy with the results

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    My condo garage is tiny and I'm not sure if there is a water spigot. Where would my car best be detailed?

    Is a private driveway required to do the service?

    I live in the congested and dense city of San Francisco and he did some of the work on a public street (I had super extensive damage from mold -- so it only worked for a day). He likes doing jobs on the street cause he gets free advertisement to… Read more

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