Low-pressure steam, hand-detailing, dressed plastics. Spot leaks early. Show-quality finish.
Four steps. Quote to done in a single appointment.
A clean engine bay isn't just about looks. It helps you spot oil leaks, coolant seeps, and worn belts before they become breakdowns. We use low-pressure steam (not pressure-washing), hand-detail every surface, and dress the plastic and rubber for a show-quality finish without damaging sensors or electronics. Standard part of pre-sale prep, show-prep, and pickup-from-purchase detailing.
Steam, not pressure-spray. Hand-detail, not rinse-and-pray. The difference matters around exposed electronics.
Commercial steam unit, not pressure washer. Steam dissolves grease without forcing water into electronics or under intake gaskets.
Citrus-based degreaser on heavily soiled areas — engine block, valve covers, around oil pan. Rinses cleanly.
Critical sensors, intake openings, alternator, distributor (older vehicles) all bagged or covered before any water/steam.
UV-protective dressing on plastic engine covers, hoses, intake tubing. Brings back deep-black factory look.
Detail brushes get into spark plug wells, between intake runners, around brake-fluid reservoir. Areas a quick spray misses.
Standard engine: 60–90 minutes. Heavily soiled or off-road vehicles: 2–3 hours. Detailed show prep: 3–4 hours.
Three reasons engine bay detailing pays off.
Clean engine bay signals "well-maintained." Adds 5–10% to perceived value. One of the cheapest pre-sale upgrades.
Mechanics spot leaks and worn parts faster on a clean engine. Often required before extended-warranty inspections.
Open the hood at a car show. Engine bay is part of the judging. Clean, dressed, detailed = better placement.
Three tiers based on how detailed you want the work.
Heavily soiled (off-road, neglected) +$50. Diesel engines or HD pickups +$25. Add to any full-detail service: -$25.
Three reasons engine bay work needs caution and skill.
Pressure washing engine bays can force water into sensors, alternators, and intake gaskets. Steam dissolves grease without that risk.
We know which connectors and sensors need protection. Most car-wash kids spray everything and hope for the best.
UV-protective dressing on plastic engine covers gives lasting matte finish. Cheap dressings turn white and sling onto paint.
Common add-ons clients book in the same appointment.
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Steam-cleaned. Hand-detailed. Show-quality finish.