If you’ve searched “car detailing Calgary” recently, you’ve probably noticed prices ranging from $50 to $500+ for what looks like the same service. So what’s actually fair to pay in Calgary in 2026? Here’s a straightforward breakdown from our team at YYC Detail.
Interior Car Detailing — Calgary Pricing
Basic interior clean: $80–$120. Vacuum, wipe-down of hard surfaces, window cleaning. Good for regular maintenance.
Full interior detail: $150–$250. Deep vacuum, shampoo of seats and carpets, steam cleaning, leather conditioning, odour treatment. This is what most Calgary drivers need after winter.
Heavy-duty interior restoration: $250–$400+. For vehicles with significant pet hair, staining, smoke damage, or years of neglect.
At YYC Detail, our interior detailing starts from $199 and includes steam cleaning, leather conditioning, and odour elimination.
Exterior Car Detailing — Calgary Pricing
Exterior wash and wax: $100–$150. Hand wash, dry, basic wax. Good maintenance service.
Full exterior detail: $150–$300. Hand wash, clay bar treatment, paint decontamination, polish, and sealant application.
Paint correction: $400–$800+. Multi-stage machine polishing to remove swirl marks and oxidation. Required before ceramic coating.
At YYC Detail, exterior detailing starts from $149.
Premium Services — Calgary Pricing
- Ceramic coating: $799–$2,000+ depending on coverage and paint correction required
- Paint Protection Film (PPF): $599–$3,000+ depending on coverage area
- Window tinting: $249–$600 depending on number of windows and film quality
- Headlight restoration: $99–$150
What to Watch Out For
Be cautious of extremely low prices. A $99 “full detail” almost always means a quick vacuum and wipe — not a proper detail. A genuine full interior and exterior detail takes 4–8 hours of skilled labour. At YYC Detail, we’re transparent about our pricing because we’re confident in what we deliver.