Black BMW with swirls removed and mirror gloss after paint correction by Pittman Auto Detailing

Paint Correction
in Brunswick County, NC

Machine polishing that removes swirls, light scratches and oxidation — our one-step correction delivers a 60–70% improvement and a 12-month sealant.

What it is

Bring the gloss back


Years of washing, salt and coastal sun leave paint dull, swirled and oxidized. Paint correction uses machine polishing to level those defects and restore depth and clarity — the difference between a clean car and a stunning one.

It's also the right first step before any ceramic coating, so the protection locks in a flawless finish. We work mobile across Brunswick County and Wilmington.

What you get

What correction fixes


Removes swirl marks

The cobweb haze you see in sunlight and under lights, polished away.

Cuts light scratches

Reduces or removes fine scratches that sit in the clear coat.

Clears oxidation

Lifts the chalky, faded look that coastal sun bakes into paint.

Restores depth & gloss

Brings back the wet, reflective finish a healthy clear coat should have.

12-month sealant included

Our one-step correction finishes with a sealant for lasting protection.

Best prep for ceramic

Correction first means a coating bonds to flawless paint.

How it works

Our process


01

Inspect the paint and test a spot to dial in the right approach

02

Wash & decontaminate so nothing drags across the finish

03

Machine-polish to cut swirls, scratches and oxidation

04

Seal and protect, then inspect the results together

Pricing

Packages


One-step correction

From $500

A single machine-polishing stage delivering a 60–70% improvement, finished with a 12-month sealant.

Multi-step correction

Quoted

For heavier defects and deeper scratches that need multiple stages to fully refine.

Correction + ceramic

Quoted

Full correction paired with a ceramic coating to lock in the freshly restored finish.

Every vehicle is quoted in person first — final pricing depends on size, paint and condition. Text us photos for a fast quote.

Real Google reviews

Trusted where you live


We're a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite in 26 neighborhoods across Brunswick County, with 50+ five-star Google reviews.

★★★★★
"Alex does amazing work! He'll lay out the different options and you pick what you like. He's a professional for sure, knows his stuff — not just some guy that washes cars. Very knowledgeable about paint and finishes. Alex is tip top."
Greg D.Google review
★★★★★
"Alex and his team are pros! Their attention to detail, communication, and precision are amazing. They brought my car back to life — it's vibrant, gorgeous, and I love the protection of my new ceramic coating. Thanks Alex and team!"
Kellie M.Google review
★★★★★
"I had our cars detailed and ceramic coated by Pittman and couldn't be happier. Every inch was meticulously cleaned and the coating gave it a stunning, mirror-like finish — water and dirt just slide right off. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to protect their investment."
Julia D.Google review
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Where we work

Serving all of Brunswick County


We bring paint correction to your driveway across the county and Wilmington. By town: Oak Island · Southport · St. James · Leland · Caswell Beach · Wilmington

Good to know

Paint correction questions, answered


What's the difference between one-step and multi-step?

A one-step polish removes most light swirls and oxidation for a big improvement. Multi-step adds cutting stages for heavier defects and deeper scratches.

Do I need correction before a ceramic coating?

For the best result, yes. Coating over swirls just locks them in — correcting first means the coating protects a flawless finish.

Will it remove every scratch?

Light scratches in the clear coat, usually. Deep scratches that have gone through the clear coat can't be polished out but can be greatly improved.

How much does it cost?

One-step correction starts at $500 and is quoted in person based on size and paint condition. Text us photos for a quote.

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