Ceramic coating and PPF in Ann Arbor, MI
Compare 9 ceramic coating installers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, 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
- 9 of 12 protection shops
- Publish a price
- 1 of 9
- Ann Arbor coating range
- $800 to $3,000 2 published prices
- Manufacturer-certified
- 4 of 9
Ceramic coating cost in Ann Arbor
Read from the price lists of Ann Arbor businesses, set against the national figure so you can see whether this market runs high or low. Advertised rates, not quotes.
| Service | Ann Arbor range | Shops pricing it | National median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramic Coating | $800–$3,000 | 2 | $950 |
Best ceramic coating installers in Ann Arbor, 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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Precision Auto Protective Films - Window Tint - Ceramic Coatings
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 297 reviews
Ceramic Coating from$800 2 to 7This Ann Arbor business applies paint protection film, ceramic coatings, and window tinting. Customers report flawless, invisible application of protective films and tint, with durable protection for vehicles.
Business-stated credential
IGL Coatings Certified Installer LLumar SelectPro Dealer- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Protection Film
- Known for
- Paint Protection Film (PPF) · Ceramic Coatings
- Travels to
- Birmingham, MI · Bloomfield Hills, MI · Ann Arbor, MI +3
More about Precision Auto Protective Films - Window Tint - Ceramic Coatings
The company provides daily updates and clear communication, treating vehicles with care.
Best for new car owners and businesses wanting long-lasting protection and aesthetic enhancements for their vehicles
- Flawless and invisible installation quality
- Durable protection against damage and easy maintenance
- Professionalism and meticulous attention to detail
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Nick's Auto Detail
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 100 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers often praise Nick's Auto Detail in Chelsea, Michigan, for making their cars look new again, even those with kids, dogs, and dirt road wear. Many are amazed by the interior and exterior results, with several planning to return with other vehicles.
Issuer-confirmed credential
Gtechniq Accredited Detailer- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Paint correction · Ceramic coatings (Gtechniq products)
- Travels to
- Ann Arbor, MI · Detroit, MI · Chelsea, MI +2
More about Nick's Auto Detail
Nick's communication and honesty are also frequently mentioned.
Best for trucks, 2019 cars with minor nicks from dirt roads and asphalt pellets, and Ford Escapes that transport two kids and two dogs
- Exceptional results (vehicles look amazing/better than new)
- Excellent communication
- Professional and thorough service
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The Lab: Window Tint, PPF & Ceramic Coating — Ann Arbor MI
Ann Arbor, Michigan 4.9 96 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers in Ann Arbor, Michigan frequently praise this business for window tinting services. The quality and precision of tint work are often described as perfect or amazing, with jobs often completed quickly.
Business-stated credential
XPEL Certified Installer- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Protection Film
- Known for
- Window Tinting · PPF (Paint Protection Film)
- Travels to
- Ann Arbor · Ypsilanti · Saline +6
More about The Lab: Window Tint, PPF & Ceramic Coating — Ann Arbor MI
Reviewers also laud the outstanding customer service and fair pricing.
Best for Ann Arbor customers valuing precise, quick, and affordably priced window tinting with flexible scheduling
- High-quality and precise tint work
- Exceptional, transparent, and customer-focused service
- Efficient and fast service with flexible scheduling
- 4Reviewed recently
Miami Glow Customs - Ceramic Coatings - Paint Correction - PPF - Fine Detailing
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 30 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers say Ian and his crew at Miami Glow Customs in Ann Arbor, Michigan, do great work, with one customer noting their minivan looked better than when purchased, even with only a partial detail. They appreciate Ian's flexibility with scheduling and progress updates.
Business-stated credential
RUPES Certified- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Window tinting · Ceramic coatings
More about Miami Glow Customs - Ceramic Coatings - Paint Correction - PPF - Fine Detailing
He is also praised for being polite, knowledgeable, and caring about the quality of his work.
Best for minivan owners with toddlers and a farm, and those needing ceramic coatings, tint, paint correction, or windshield replacement
- Exceptional quality of work, often exceeding customer expectations
- Professionalism, expertise, and meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent customer service, including flexible scheduling and proactive updates
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Auto Protection Detailing | New Vehicle Paint Protection
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 207 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Jacob and his team at Auto Protection in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, are known for their exceptional work with Icon Rocklear and ceramic coatings, which customers say makes their car's paint truly pop. They keep customers updated throughout the process and even correct any issues transparently.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction · Paint Protection Film
- Known for
- New vehicle paint protection · Icon Rocklear application
More about Auto Protection Detailing | New Vehicle Paint Protection
Customers mention the team's passion for their work and Jacob's responsiveness to questions.
Best for protecting new vehicles with ceramic coating or Icon Rocklear to enhance paint, make cleaning easier, and correct minor imperfections, with ongoing support from a responsive team
- Exceptional professionalism and passion from staff
- Detailed and transparent consultations with clear pricing
- Outstanding communication and updates throughout the process
- 6Mobile Reviewed recently
Exquisite Mobile Detailing USA
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 175 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers repeatedly mention how Teddy, the detailer, arrives promptly and transforms even heavily used vehicles. Many are surprised their cars and vans, some not cleaned in a year or with four kids and a dirt road's grime, can look so new.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Mobile detailing · Deep interior cleaning
- Travels to
- Greater Metropolitan Detroit and surrounding areas · Canton Township, MI · State of Michigan
More about Exquisite Mobile Detailing USA
His communication and professionalism are frequently highlighted too.
Best for parents in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with family vans and trucks that need extensive cleaning quickly
- Convenient and prompt mobile service
- High level of professionalism and customer kindness
- Ability to restore heavily soiled vehicles
- 7Mobile Reviewed recently
Jazzy Fresh Mobile Detailing
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 132 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Jasmine, owner of Jazzy Fresh Mobile Detailing in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is known for her communication, professionalism, and prompt scheduling. Customers appreciate her mobile service, which brings a thorough and precise cleaning directly to their homes, transforming even heavily soiled vehicles.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Deep interior cleaning and odor removal · Showroom-quality finish for various vehicle types
- Travels to
- Farmington Hills · Northville · Farmington +11
More about Jazzy Fresh Mobile Detailing
She is consistently praised for her dedication to delivering excellent results and making cars look pristine.
Best for a 2009 Saturn Vue that had been sitting for three years, a car with tricky headliner stains, or a vehicle that had gotten sick in.
- Exceptional and prompt communication
- Professional, friendly, and personable service
- Flexible and accommodating scheduling
- 8Mobile Reviewed recently
Chris Details
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 103 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers often expected a good cleaning but were blown away by the results from Chris Details in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with many saying their vehicles looked brand new. They appreciated his punctuality and professionalism, as well as the convenience of him coming to their location.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Mobile detailing service · Comprehensive interior detailing
More about Chris Details
Several reviews highlighted his thoroughness, even on vehicles in rough shape.
Best for older trucks and newer Jeeps needing a deep interior cleaning after years of use or from being parked under trees
- Highly professional and friendly service
- Outstanding quality of work and results
- Convenient on-site detailing
- 9Mobile Reviewed recently
Phoenix Mobile Detailing
Ann Arbor, Michigan 5.0 80 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers often point out how convenient it is that Phoenix Mobile Detailing comes to them, whether at home or work, bringing all necessary supplies. Andrew is frequently mentioned as punctual, professional, and thorough, getting into all the little spaces.
- Does
- Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction
- Known for
- Comprehensive interior and exterior detailing · Deep cleaning for tough stains like winter salt
- Travels to
- Canton · Ann Arbor · Livonia +3
More about Phoenix Mobile Detailing
People say their cars look brand new inside and out afterward, making winter salt stains disappear and even making a truck look like it just left the showroom.
Best for a family van with winter salt stains, a Cadillac, or a truck, needing a deep clean and thorough mobile detailing in Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Vehicles consistently look 'brand new' after service
- Highly convenient mobile service to home or workplace
- Exceptional attention to detail, cleaning every nook and cranny
Coating and film brands installed in Ann Arbor
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.
- Gtechniq coating Nick's Auto Detail 1 confirmed on the Gtechniq locator
- IGL Coatings coating Precision Auto Protective Films - Window Tint - Ceramic Coatings
- LLumar film Precision Auto Protective Films - Window Tint - Ceramic Coatings
- XPEL film The Lab: Window Tint, PPF & Ceramic Coating — Ann Arbor MI
Paint protection film (PPF) in Ann Arbor
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. 4 of the 12 protection businesses in Ann Arbor do it. What film actually involves
3 of the 4 are in the coating list above. This is the other one.
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A2 Details Ceramic Coatings & Window Tint
Ann Arbor, Michigan 4.9 70 reviews
Publishes no prices — quote on request
Customers say A2 Details in Plymouth, Michigan, makes cars look brand new after detailing, cleaning every spot to perfection with incredible shine. They also do amazing work with window tinting and headlight restorations.
- Does
- Paint Protection Film
- Known for
- Window Tinting · Paint Protection Film (PPF)
- Travels to
- Plymouth MI
More about A2 Details Ceramic Coatings & Window Tint
Many reviewers were very happy with the results and the friendly service.
Best for people wanting full detailing, headlight restorations, paint corrections, or window tinting for their personal or family's cars
- High-quality results and craftsmanship
- Competitive and fair pricing
- Capable of handling challenging vehicle types
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What Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor: common questions
How much does a ceramic coating cost in Ann Arbor?
2 Ann Arbor shops publish a ceramic coating price, and they run $800 to $3,000. The national median across 708 shops is $950, so Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor?
12 businesses in Ann Arbor advertise ceramic coating, paint correction or paint protection film, and 9 of those apply coatings, which is the list on this page. 1 of the 12 publish pricing, 4 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 Ann Arbor?
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 Ann Arbor shop whether correction is included in the coating price and how many stages.
Which ceramic coating brands do Ann Arbor installers use?
3 of the shops listed here name the coating or film they install. Gtechniq: 1 shop; IGL Coatings: 1 shop; LLumar: 1 shop; 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 Ann Arbor shop for the registration in writing.
Is there mobile ceramic coating in Ann Arbor?
Yes. 4 of the 10 shops listed here work mobile and come to you, including Exquisite Mobile Detailing USA; Jazzy Fresh Mobile Detailing; Chris Details. 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 Ann Arbor: 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. 4 Ann Arbor shops install film, and 3 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.