LC Valeting & Detailing

01/10/2026

🚨 OCTOBER AVAILABILITY — LIMITED SPACES 🚨

We have spaces available every Saturday throughout October, apart from Saturday 31st, for our:

✨ Gloss Enhancement Machine Polish
🛡️ 7 Year Ceramic Coating

A full paintwork preparation and machine polish to enhance gloss, refine the finish and leave your vehicle protected with a 7-year Performance PPL ceramic coating.

📅 Available dates:
• Saturday 10th October
• Saturday 17th October
• Saturday 24th October

💷 £90 non-refundable deposit required to secure your booking. Your date will not be placed in the diary until the deposit has been paid.

📍 Vehicles must be delivered to us in Darlington.

Spaces are limited, so if you’ve been considering getting your vehicle professionally polished and ceramic coated, send us a message to secure your Saturday.

LC Valeting & Detailing
Professional preparation. Premium finish. Long-term protection.

30/09/2026

Why professional detailing costs what it does

I sometimes get asked why my prices may appear higher than some other detailers — so I wanted to show you a little insight into what actually goes into each vehicle.

This is an order I placed just for one of my upcoming vehicles:

• Performance PPL Reign 7-Year Ceramic Coating — £89.95
• 36 premium 380GSM dual-sided microfibres — £24.00
• Gtechniq AP5 coating application pad — £2.95

That’s £116.90 in materials before I’ve even touched the vehicle.

And that’s just the coating and consumables for this particular job. It doesn’t include the countless other products, chemicals, machine polishes, pads, equipment, electricity, time, preparation and maintenance of equipment that goes into running a professional detailing business.

The vehicle this is being used on is booked in for a Gloss Enhancement + 7-Year Ceramic Coating for £300.

So when you pay for a detail, you’re not simply paying for the hours your vehicle is sitting in front of me.

You’re paying for professional products, preparation, equipment, knowledge, experience and the time required to do the job properly.

I could reduce my prices by using cheaper products and cutting corners — but that’s not the way I want to operate.

I would rather carry out fewer vehicles, charge a fair price and be proud to put my name behind every vehicle that leaves me.

£300 isn’t £300 profit. Far from it.

It’s the cost of delivering the level of finish and protection that I believe your vehicle deserves. 🖤

LC Valeting & Detailing
Quality over quantity. Every vehicle, every time

24/09/2026

🚘 Our WhatsApp Catalogue is now LIVE!

We’ve made it easier than ever to browse our detailing services, with our full range of packages now available to view directly through WhatsApp.

✨ Deep Cleans
✨ Gloss Enhancement Machine Polishing
✨ Multi-Stage Paint Correction
✨ Premium Ceramic Coatings

Every vehicle is treated individually, with meticulous preparation and attention to detail throughout — because the finish matters.

📍 Please note: All vehicles must be delivered to us in Darlington for any detailing work. We currently do not offer a mobile service.

For enquiries, availability or bookings, simply send us a message. 📲

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29/08/2026

HONESTY GOES A LONG WAY 👌

Something I think is really important when running any business, especially in the detailing industry, is being honest with customers from the very start.

Sometimes a customer will send photos of a vehicle and, unfortunately, the damage just isn’t something a detailer can realistically correct.

Could I take the job, take the money and make it look better? Probably.

But if I know beforehand that I can’t give that customer the result they’re expecting, I’d rather be completely honest and tell them that.

That’s exactly what I’ve done today.

After receiving photos of some damage, I’ve explained that unfortunately it needs painting rather than detailing, and recommended that they speak to a reputable SMART repairer instead.

Why? Because I’d rather lose a job than take somebody’s money knowing I can’t give them 100% satisfaction.

Anyone can say “yeah, I can sort that” when there’s money involved.

For me, it’s about building a reputation where customers know they’re going to get an honest answer — even if that answer means I don’t get the job.

Sometimes the best service you can provide is knowing when to say “this isn’t something I can do for you.”

That’s the standard I want to keep with every customer. 🤝

Honesty first. Money second. Reputation always.

25/07/2026

A couple of slots have become available next week!

For the first 3 people to secure their booking with a deposit paid, I’ll be offering discounted prices on my Gloss Enhancement Detail package. As an added bonus, I’ll also include a Full Interior Deep Clean at 40% off.

This is the perfect opportunity to have your vehicle transformed inside and out. The Gloss Enhancement Detail is designed to significantly improve gloss, depth and clarity of your paintwork, while the Full Interior Deep Clean will leave your cabin looking and feeling fresh once again.

These offers are strictly limited to 3 bookings and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Once they’re gone, standard pricing will apply.

Message the page to secure your slot before they’re gone!

19/07/2026

A Deep Clean is more than just a valet – it’s a complete reset for your vehicle.

Our Deep Clean package is designed to bring your car back to its best, tackling the areas that regular washes simply don’t touch. Whether it’s months of built-up dirt, stains, or neglected interiors, we’ll give your vehicle the attention it deserves.

What’s included?
• Thorough exterior wash and decontamination
• Deep cleaned wheels, tyres and arches
• Full interior vacuum and detailed clean
• Dashboard, trims and plastics cleaned and dressed
• Door shuts and hard-to-reach areas cleaned
• Windows cleaned inside and out
• Attention to all the little details that make a big difference

The benefits of a Deep Clean:
• Restores your vehicle’s appearance inside and out
• Helps preserve interior and exterior surfaces
• Removes built-up grime and contaminants
• Creates the perfect foundation for ongoing maintenance
• Helps retain the value of your vehicle

The best part? Once your vehicle has received a Deep Clean, you’ll automatically qualify for our Maintenance Plan.

Maintenance cleans are HALF PRICE, provided your vehicle is cleaned by us at least once every 6 weeks. This keeps your vehicle looking its best all year round while saving you money in the long run.

A Deep Clean isn’t just a one-off service – it’s the first step in keeping your vehicle in showroom condition.

Message us today to book your appointment or enquire about our Maintenance Plan.

14/07/2026

August is now fully booked!

I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who continues to support LC Valeting & Detailing. The diary has been busier than ever, and I genuinely appreciate every booking, recommendation and share.

From September onwards, appointments will be strictly weekends only as I’ll be starting a new job working away Monday to Friday. This means availability will be much more limited, so I would highly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

As always, my focus remains on quality over quantity. Every vehicle will continue to receive the same time, care and attention to detail that my customers have come to expect.

If you’d like to secure a September weekend slot, please get in touch as soon as possible.

Thank you again for all of your continued support.

– Lee, LC Valeting & Detailing

13/07/2026

Audi Q7 in Serpang Pearl Blue, absolutely stunning vehicle 😍 in for a multi stage paint correction and a 3 year ceramic coating, leaving a flawless finish and adding mega gloss and clarity back into the paintwork!

Message the page for availability and pricing 👌🏼

11/07/2026

69 plate VW Amarok, multi stage correction, 3 year ceramic coating.