Ceramic coating and PPF in Cathedral City, CA
Compare 10 ceramic coating installers in Cathedral City, California, plus the shops that install paint protection film: what each one charges where it publishes a price, which coating brands it offers, and who works mobile. Then ask two or three for a written quote.
- Coating shops
- 10 of 11 protection shops
- Publish a price
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- Cathedral City coating range
- $1,200 to $2,500 4 published prices
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Ceramic coating cost in Cathedral City
Read from the price lists of Cathedral City businesses, set against the national figure so you can see whether this market runs high or low. Advertised rates, not quotes.
| Service | Cathedral City range | Shops pricing it | National median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramic Coating | $1,200–$2,500 | 4 | $950 |
| Paint Correction | $550–$1,500 | 3 | $470 |
Named products Cathedral City shops price by name: Silver, Gold, Platinum.
Best ceramic coating installers in Cathedral City, ranked
Shops that publish a price come first, then manufacturer credentials, then how much of the business is protection work. Rating breaks ties and nothing more, because nearly every shop in this trade sits between 4.7 and 5.0. Prices shown are the ones each shop advertises on its own site.
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Xtreme Ceramic Coating
Cathedral City, California 5.0 8 reviews
Ceramic Coating $1,200 2 to 5Silver $1,295Gold $1,795Xtreme Ceramic Coating provides quality and professional service, with customers often commending Darryl's expertise. Their ceramic coatings offer long-lasting protection, keeping vehicles in excellent condition for years.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Protection Film
- Known for
- Ceramic Coating (Interior & Exterior) · Professional Vehicle Detailing
- Travels to
- Palm Desert · Coachella Valley · Palm Springs +4
More about Xtreme Ceramic Coating
The service is trustworthy and efficient, leaving vehicles beautiful and 'freshly painted'.
Best for vehicle owners prioritizing durable, long-lasting ceramic coating and detailing services against harsh desert environments
- Exceptional quality and durable results, maintaining a 'like new' appearance for years.
- Professional, seamless, and trustworthy customer service.
- Darryl's extensive knowledge, proficiency, and kindness in car care.
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Bliss Auto Styling
Cathedral City, California 5.0 20 reviews
Paint Correction from$550 6 monthsCustomers consistently report that Bliss Auto Styling returns vehicles to a spotless condition, often exceeding expectations with thorough interior and exterior cleaning. Many note the quality of a standard car wash is comparable to or better than more expensive detailing services.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Standard and full auto detailing · Professional car washes
More about Bliss Auto Styling
Cesar is frequently mentioned for his professional and timely service in Cathedral City, California.
Best for truck owners and others needing a thorough car wash, interior cleaning, or vehicle wrapping services
- Exceptional cleanliness and like-new appearance for vehicles
- Professionalism and punctuality of service
- Meticulous attention to detail in all services
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Preferred Auto Spa 760
Cathedral City, California 5.0 28 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers repeatedly mention that Ramon's detailing makes their cars look as good as, or better than, when they first drove them off the dealership lot. Many highlight his ceramic coating application on new and older vehicles, consistently delivering outstanding results inside and out, making even minor imperfections disappear.
Business-stated credential
Detailing Success Trained Griot’s Garage Certified- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Ceramic Coating Application · Full Interior and Exterior Detailing
- Travels to
- Coachella Valley · La Quinta · Indio +5
More about Preferred Auto Spa 760
Best for new car owners in Cathedral City, California, seeking ceramic coating and ongoing detailing to maintain a showroom-new appearance
- Consistent results making vehicles look 'better than new'
- Professional, reliable, and honest service
- Fair pricing for the premium quality received
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Premier Armor Palm Desert - PPF, Paint Protection Film, Window Tinting, Ceramic Coatings, Boat Protection
Cathedral City, California 5.0 147 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers of Premier Armor Palm Desert in Cathedral City, California, appreciate its quality work and professional staff. Many mention the detail given to window tinting, Xpel wraps, and ceramic tinting.
Issuer-confirmed credential
XPEL Certified Installer- Does
- Ceramic Coating
- Known for
- Window Tinting · Xpel Wrap
- Travels to
- Coachella Valley · Palm Desert · Indian Wells +21
More about Premier Armor Palm Desert - PPF, Paint Protection Film, Window Tinting, Ceramic Coatings, Boat Protection
The team is noted for being friendly and communicative, even assisting with complex situations.
Best for those desiring quality window, Xpel, or ceramic tinting and valuing professional service and communication
- Exceptional service and high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail
- Professional, friendly, and knowledgeable staff (Jeff, Terry, owners)
- Excellent communication, including proactive issue resolution
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Tonys Mobile Detailing
Cathedral City, California 5.0 78 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Tony's Mobile Detailing brought a 2025 Black Tesla Model Y back to a spotless condition in about 1.5 hours, with customers noting his care for vehicles like a new 2025 M4 BMW. Clients appreciate his professionalism and the fresh, like-new appearance of their cars.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- High-end and new vehicle detailing (e.g., BMW, Tesla) · Comprehensive interior and exterior detailing (spotless, fresh smell, shiny)
More about Tonys Mobile Detailing
Best for cars that haven't been washed in a long time, including a new 2025 M4 BMW, needing a mobile, thorough, and careful cleaning.
- Exceptional quality and meticulous attention to detail, resulting in vehicles looking 'brand new' or 'better than showroom'
- Professional, punctual, and polite service with excellent communication
- Affordable pricing and good value, including detailing bundles
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Ceramic Pro Palm Desert Elite Dealer
Cathedral City, California 4.9 75 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
This Cathedral City shop provides automotive detailing and protection services. It delivers luxury-level results, completing projects on time and within budget, and providing outstanding customer service.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Protection Film
- Known for
- Ceramic coating application · Paint Protection Film (PPF) installation
More about Ceramic Pro Palm Desert Elite Dealer
Reviewers highlight the transformative effect of the services, making vehicles look new or better, and significantly simplifying maintenance.
Best for owners of new or cherished vehicles, including luxury cars, high-performance off-road vehicles, and Teslas, for premium protection, aesthetic enhancement, and long-term ease of maintenance
- Professionalism and seamless customer experience
- Impeccable craftsmanship with stunning clarity and alignment
- Projects completed on time and within budget
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Melgar's Auto Detail Supplies
Cathedral City, California 4.9 66 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers say that Melgar's Auto Detail Supplies in Cathedral City, California, is a great store for professional detailers and those just starting out. Luis, the owner, is an excellent instructor who provides hands-on training for paint correction and ceramic coating application, going beyond just detailing techniques to offer business strategy tips.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Ceramic coating application · Paint correction and restoration
- Travels to
- Palm Springs · Cathedral City · Rancho Mirage +3
More about Melgar's Auto Detail Supplies
Many customers appreciate the wide selection of detailing products, including the Melgar's brand, and the availability of 24/7 spot-free water.
Best for detailers, both new and experienced, wanting to enhance their skills through hands-on classes in paint correction and ceramic coating, and seeking a wide selection of detailing supplies and expert advice from knowledgeable instructors like Luis
- Knowledgeable and helpful staff (e.g., Joanna, Luis)
- High-quality, reliable detailing and paint restoration work
- Expertise in ceramic coating, even in challenging conditions
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LVX Car Care - Mobile Detail
Cathedral City, California 5.0 50 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Grayson at LVX Car Care is praised for his excellent work in Cathedral City, California, with customers highlighting his thoroughness. He transformed a sun-and-sand beaten SUV and made interiors look showroom new, even removing cat pee and pet hair.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Ceramic coating application · Full interior detailing (including pet hair/odor removal)
- Travels to
- Rancho Mirage · Cathedral City · Palm Desert +4
More about LVX Car Care - Mobile Detail
He also applied ceramic coating, making vehicles easier to keep clean.
Best for cars with interiors needing deep cleaning, including cat pee and pet hair removal, sun-and-sand beaten SUVs, or vehicles needing ceramic coating for easier maintenance
- Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous work
- Achieves transformative, 'showroom new' or 'better than new' results
- Professional, courteous, and trustworthy service
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California Reflection
Cathedral City, California 4.8 22 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
California Reflection in Cathedral City, California, performs thorough work and finishes promptly, often exceeding customer expectations. The owner, James, is noted for explaining various options and standing by the work, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Protection Film (PPF) / XPEL
More about California Reflection
Multiple reviewers mention the shop's clean and organized environment.
Best for customers in Cathedral City, California, who appreciate a shop that clearly explains their options for services like ceramic coating, PPF, and window tinting, with a quick appointment setup and reliable, efficient completion of work.
- Exceptional quality, meticulous attention to detail, and impeccable work
- Professionalism, excellent communication, and reliable service
- Knowledgeable staff who thoroughly explain options and products
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Courtesy Mobile Detailing
Cathedral City, California 5.0 52 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Courtesy Mobile Detailing provides car detailing services in Cathedral City, California. Customers report vehicles are transformed, often exceeding initial expectations, and commend the high quality and professionalism.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating
- Known for
- Full Car Detailing · Exterior Detailing
- Travels to
- Coachella Valley · Bermuda Dunes · Cathedral City +4
More about Courtesy Mobile Detailing
Reviewers highlight staff punctuality and overall trustworthiness.
Best for car detailing services that deliver significantly improved vehicle appearance, punctuality, trustworthiness, and specialized treatments
- Vehicles look better than new
- Professional and trustworthy service
- Punctual arrival
Paint protection film brands installed in Cathedral City
What the shops on this page say they install, taken from their own websites. A listing on the brand's own installer locator is stronger evidence, and it is marked where we have confirmed one. Either way, ask for the product name, the number of layers and the warranty registration in writing.
- XPEL film Premier Armor Palm Desert - PPF, Paint Protection Film, Window Tinting, Ceramic Coatings, Boat Protection 1 confirmed on the XPEL locator
Paint protection film (PPF) in Cathedral City
Film is a different trade from coating: different material, different equipment, and a far more expensive mistake to make, which is why fewer shops offer it. 2 of the 11 protection businesses in Cathedral City do it. What film actually involves
All of them also apply ceramic coating, so they are in the list above.
Paint correction in Cathedral City
Correction is labor rather than product, measured in stages and priced by how bad the paint is, which is why not every shop that coats will take it on. 7 of the 11 protection businesses in Cathedral City do it. What correction actually involves
6 of the 7 are in the coating list above. This is the other one.
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Autoshine - Quality Car Care Specialist
Cathedral City, California 5.0 69 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Autoshine is for owners of classic, luxury, and daily driver vehicles who need extensive detailing, paint correction, or ceramic coating. Customers describe the work as thorough, bringing cars to a showroom-quality finish, even for older vehicles with years of accumulated dirt and neglect.
- Does
- Paint Correction
- Known for
- Showroom condition restoration · Paint correction
More about Autoshine - Quality Car Care Specialist
They appreciate the care taken with their cars, often noting unexpected details that were cleaned.
Best for customers in Cathedral City, California, who found the shop by a card on their car or a friend's recommendation, and want their vehicle, from a classic Thunderbird to a Mini, cleaned inside and out, including engine compartments and undercarriage, with appointments sometimes available next-day.
- Professional, knowledgeable, and caring staff
- Restores vehicles to showroom condition (inside and out)
- Fair pricing and honesty
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What Cathedral City shops send people home with
A coating does not need much, and what it does need is specific: a shampoo with nothing in it, something to bring the beading back when road film buries it, and a way to get the water off before it dries.
- WashCheck price
Gtechniq GWash Shampoo
A pH-neutral shampoo with no gloss additives or wax in it.
- ToppersCheck price
Gyeon Q²M Cure
A ceramic detail spray for use after every wash.
- DryingCheck price
Gyeon Q²M SilkDryer
A large twisted-loop drying towel.
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Ceramic coating in Cathedral City: common questions
How much does a ceramic coating cost in Cathedral City?
4 Cathedral City shops publish a ceramic coating price, and they run $1,200 to $2,500. The national median across 708 shops is $950, so Cathedral City sits above it. These are advertised rates rather than quotes, and vehicle size and paint condition both move them.
How many ceramic coating installers are in Cathedral City?
11 businesses in Cathedral City advertise ceramic coating, paint correction or paint protection film, and 10 of those apply coatings, which is the list on this page. 2 of the 11 publish pricing, 2 of the coating shops hold a manufacturer credential we can check, and 5 operate as mobile services rather than from a fixed shop.
Should I get paint correction before a coating in Cathedral City?
Almost always, and it is the most expensive thing to get wrong. A coating is optically clear and it seals whatever is underneath, so applying one over swirled paint preserves the swirls for the life of the coating. Paint correction runs $349 to $700 nationally. Ask any Cathedral City shop whether correction is included in the coating price and how many stages.
Which ceramic coating brands do Cathedral City installers use?
1 of the shops listed here name the coating or film they install. XPEL: 1 shop. 1 of those appears on the brand's own installer locator. A professional-only coating is usually sold with a manufacturer warranty that the installer registers, so ask any Cathedral City shop for the registration in writing.
Is there mobile ceramic coating in Cathedral City?
Yes. 5 of the 11 shops listed here work mobile and come to you, including Bliss Auto Styling; Preferred Auto Spa 760; Tonys Mobile Detailing. A coating needs a clean, dry surface while it cures, so ask a mobile installer where the car should sit afterward.
Ceramic coating or PPF in Cathedral City: which do I need?
Paint protection film is a physical layer that absorbs rock chips; a ceramic coating is a thin, hard, glossy layer that makes washing easier but does not stop chips. Many owners film the front of the car and coat the rest. 2 Cathedral City shops install film, and 2 of the shops listed here do both, which is the simplest way to get one quote for the combination.
Do these shops pay to be listed here?
No. Placement is not for sale on this site. The order below is set by what each shop publishes and what we can verify, and a shop that buys marketing from our parent company gets labeled as such rather than promoted.