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Hand Car Wash in Richmond Hill

Hand Car Wash in Richmond Hill, done at your door by Auto Royale. Open 24/7.

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People look for a hand car wash because they have seen what automatic brushes do. Under bright light, a dark car often shows a web of fine circular scratches, called swirls. Most come from dirty brushes or poor washing technique. A careful hand wash avoids that.

The core of our method is two buckets. One holds clean soapy water, and the other holds rinse water with a grit guard at the bottom. After each section of the car, the mitt is rinsed before going back into the soap, so dirt picked up from the lower doors does not travel to the hood.

How hand car wash works in Richmond Hill

  1. Rinse the car to remove loose sand, salt and grit
  2. Foam the vehicle and let it soften grime
  3. Wash wheels and tires first with dedicated brushes
  4. Wash paint with a clean mitt using the two-bucket method
  5. Rinse the soap thoroughly
  6. Dry with microfibre or filtered air, then clean glass

What you get

Before the mitt touches the paint, we foam the vehicle and rinse it, which removes the heaviest grit. We wash from the roof down, leaving the dirtiest areas, such as lower bumpers and sills near Oak Ridges Lake Wilcox road spray, for last. Wheels get their own brushes and buckets.

Drying matters just as much. We use plush microfibre towels or a dedicated blower, patting and gliding instead of rubbing. Leftover water is chased out of mirrors and door handles so it does not run and spot after we leave your Richmond Hill address. We finish with a quick look from a few angles to catch missed spots.

A hand wash is the best way to maintain good paint, and it makes sense to add protection after it. Sealant or wax makes the next wash easier and helps keep dirt from sticking. Call or text us any time, and we will come to you.

Hand Car Wash across Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill is mostly detached and semi-detached homes with driveways and garages, with townhouse complexes and condo towers clustered along Yonge Street and Highway 7, so we usually set up in a driveway and also work in underground garages.

Winter salt and slush from Yonge Street, Highway 7 and the 404 build up on lower panels, and cold snaps freeze grime onto the paint. Spring pollen from mature trees and dust from ongoing development coat cars quickly.

Richmond Hill streets are busy at rush hour, and a drive to a shop on the 404 or Yonge Street takes time. A mobile detailer works at your driveway, garage or office and fits around the commute.

Good to know

We regularly work in Oak Ridges Lake Wilcox, Richmond Hill Centre and Yongehurst, and in every other part of Richmond Hill.

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Other services we provide

Everything is done on-site, at your location, with our own water, power and pro-grade products.

Interior DetailingExterior DetailingFull DetailingCeramic CoatingPaint CorrectionCar PolishingCar BuffingCar WaxingPaint SealantClay Bar TreatmentHeadlight RestorationEngine Bay CleaningCarpet ShampooUpholstery CleaningLeather CleaningFabric Seat CleaningInterior Steam CleaningOdour RemovalPet Hair RemovalVomit Clean-UpMould & Mildew RemovalSmoke Smell RemovalStain RemovalSalt Stain RemovalSpill Clean-UpWindow & Glass CleaningWheel & Tire DetailingTar, Sap & Bug RemovalScratch & Swirl RemovalWater Spot RemovalPlastic Trim RestorationWaterless & Rinseless Car WashInterior SanitizationExpress DetailingTruck DetailingSUV DetailingVan & Minivan DetailingLuxury & Exotic Car DetailingClassic Car DetailingElectric Vehicle DetailingCar ValetingConvertible Top CleaningDashboard & Interior Trim CareMaintenance Detailing PlansFeces Clean-UpUrine Clean-Up & Odour RemovalBlood Stain RemovalDiaper & Baby Mess Clean-UpDog Accident, Drool & Carsickness Clean-UpCat Spray & Litter Odour RemovalBodily Fluid Clean-Up & SanitizationBed Bug Aftercare CleaningCockroach Clean-UpRodent Droppings & Nest Clean-UpFlood & Water-Damaged Interior Clean-UpSewage & Backup ContaminationRotten Food & Spoiled Milk Smell RemovalFire & Smoke Damage Interior CleaningHoarder Car Clean-OutBird Dropping RemovalPaint Overspray RemovalGraffiti, Spray Paint & Marker RemovalSlime, Play-Dough & Kids' Craft MessMakeup, Ink & Dye-Transfer StainsConstruction Dust & Drywall Dust CleaningSticker, Decal & Adhesive Residue Removal

Detailing for your situation

Hand Car Wash Richmond Hill — FAQ

Why is a hand car wash better for paint?
It lets the person washing control pressure, tools and cleanliness, so there are fewer chances of dragging grit across the clear coat.
What is the two-bucket method?
One bucket has soapy water, the other clean rinse water. The mitt is rinsed after each section, which keeps dirt from going back onto the paint.
Will a hand wash remove swirl marks?
No, it prevents new ones. Existing swirls need polishing or paint correction to remove.
Do you hand wash in Richmond Hill year-round?
Yes, weather permitting. In freezing conditions we may suggest an interior-only visit or a different day.
How long does a hand wash take?
Usually between 45 minutes and just over an hour for a car, longer for large SUVs or heavily soiled vehicles.
Can you hand wash a ceramic-coated car?
Yes, and we prefer a gentle, pH-balanced soap for it. Coated cars are easier to wash and keep their water-beading longer.
Which parts of Richmond Hill do you cover?
We cover all of Richmond Hill, including Oak Ridges, Lake Wilcox, Bayview Hill, Mill Pond, Elgin Mills, Jefferson and the Yonge and Highway 7 area.
How do you treat road salt from Yonge Street and the 404?
We foam wash, decontaminate the paint, clean the wheel wells and door jambs, and extract salt stains from carpets and mats. Results depend on how long the salt has been sitting.
What if I need to reschedule?
Just call or text as early as you can and we will move the appointment. A little notice helps us offer the slot to someone else.
Do you detail SUVs and three-row vehicles?
Yes. We deal with cargo areas, roof racks and all three rows of seating. Bigger vehicles take longer than a sedan. You can read more on the suv detailing page.
How does ozone odour treatment work?
Ozone breaks down odour molecules. We run it with nobody inside, then air out the car.
Can poop be cleaned out of seat belts and buckles?
Yes. We pull the belt out fully, clean both sides by hand, and flush the buckle housing so nothing sits inside. It dries before we retract it, so it does not go back in damp.

Simple pricing

Straightforward flat prices, shown up front. Choose your vehicle size and book online in under a minute.

Sedan / coupe / hatchback
$250
Interior detail
SUV / crossover
$300
Interior detail
7-seater / truck / van
$350
Interior detail

Add the exterior for +$100 (full interior + exterior). Extras: Heavy pet hair +$75, Vomit / biohazard +$150. We come to you, 24/7. Pay after the job by card, debit, cash or e-transfer.

Hand Car Wash in Richmond Hill — book anytime

Call or text and tell us where the car is. We come to you, any day, any hour.

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