How to quote paint correction and ceramic coating on site

Walk the vehicle, capture condition photos, then price size and correction hours before you leave. Here is a DetailBid workflow for driveway estimates.

Key takeaways

• Photograph starting condition before you talk numbers.
• Adjust package price for vehicle size and interior condition.
• Estimate paint-correction hours as their own line when the clear coat needs it.
• Hand over a branded PDF while the customer is still with the car.

Do not quote a sedan rate on an SUV

An on-site detailing quote should reflect the car you are looking at. DetailBid by Knox Studios is built for that driveway walkaround.

A four-step driveway loop

• Photograph paint and interior so both of you agree on starting condition.
• Open DetailBid and add wash, interior, ceramic, or correction lines.
• Scale for vehicle size and add correction hours when the clear coat needs it.
• Generate a branded PDF and share it before you drive off.

Protect the margin

Underestimated hours show up as unpaid evening work. DetailBid keeps the math on the phone. Get it on Google Play.

FAQ

How do I quote detailing without going back to the shop?

Build line items in DetailBid on site, attach photos, then export a branded PDF from your phone.

Should paint correction be a separate line?

Usually yes. Correction hours vary by condition and should not hide inside a wash package.

Does DetailBid work offline?

Yes. Quotes and photos stay on device so you can estimate without cell service.

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Originally published at knoxstudios.net.