Ceramic Coating inNew Braunfels, TX
3, 5 & 8-Year Ceramic Protection From $499
Auto Dude brings professional mobile ceramic coating and proper paint preparation directly to qualifying homes and workplaces in New Braunfels and surrounding Central Texas communities. We inspect, clean, refine, and protect your paint for stronger water behavior, enhanced gloss, and easier maintenance.
Ceramic Coating Packages
Choose the package that fits your vehicle, goals, and ownership plan. Final pricing depends on vehicle size, paint condition, preparation needs, and add-ons.
3-Year Ceramic Coating
- Professional exterior wash and prep wash
- Wheel and tire cleaning
- Bug removal as needed
- Chemical decontamination
- Clay treatment as needed
- Panel and surface preparation
- 3-year ceramic coating
- Final inspection
- Machine paint enhancement not included
5-Year Ceramic Coating
- Professional exterior preparation
- Decontamination
- Single-stage or one-step paint enhancement
- Surface preparation
- 5-year ceramic coating
- Final inspection
8-Year Ceramic Coating
- Full exterior preparation
- Decontamination
- Appropriate one-step paint correction or advanced refinement based on paint condition
- Surface preparation
- 8-year ceramic coating
- Final inspection
Deeper defects may require additional correction at an added custom quote.
Quick Package Comparison
| Feature | 3-Year | 5-Year | 8-Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protection Term | ~3 Years | ~5 Years | ~8 Years |
| Starting Price | $499 | $699 | $999 |
| Paint Refinement | None included | Single-stage / one-step enhancement | One-step correction or advanced refinement |
| Best Use | Entry-level protection | Daily drivers wanting longer protection | Long-term owners wanting maximum protection |
| Exterior Glass Bonus | Add-on | Add-on | Included |
| Express Interior Refresh Bonus | — | — | Included on qualifying 2021+ vehicles |
| Most Popular | — | — | |
| Best Value | — | — |
3-Year Ceramic Coating
5-Year Ceramic Coating
8-Year Ceramic Coating
Ceramic Coating Add-Ons
Optional add-ons available with any ceramic coating package to extend protection beyond your paint.
Exterior Glass Ceramic Coating
Hydrophobic repellent for exterior glass for clearer vision and easier cleaning.
Wheel Face Ceramic Coating
Protects wheel faces against brake dust buildup and makes cleaning easier.
Interior Ceramic Protection
Durable hydrophobic coating for interior leather, vinyl, and plastics.
Glass Coating & Express Interior Refresh Included
- Light vacuum
- Light wipe-down of accessible interior surfaces
- Interior glass cleaning
- Shampoo
- Extraction
- Steam cleaning
- Deep stain removal
- Heavy pet hair removal
- Odor treatment
- Deep restoration
Express Interior Refresh is a light maintenance service, not a full Interior Detail.
What Ceramic Coating Does for Your Vehicle
Enhanced Gloss
Ceramic coating enhances the appearance of properly prepared paint, adding depth and a rich, reflective finish.
Hydrophobic Properties
Water beads and releases more easily from a coated surface, helping reduce water retention and streaking.
Easier Maintenance
Dirt and contamination become easier to clean off a coated surface, making routine washing faster.
UV and Environmental Protection
Ceramic coating helps guard against UV exposure and environmental contamination without unrealistic guarantees.
Chemical Resistance
Improved resistance to common environmental contaminants helps protect your paint over time.
Long-Term Paint Protection
Different coating packages provide different expected protection periods when properly maintained.
Ceramic coating is a durable protective layer — but it is not scratch-proof, it does not prevent rock chips, it is not water-spot-proof, and it is not maintenance-free. Proper washing, drying, and care are still required to keep the coating performing as intended.
Why Ceramic Coating Makes Sense in Texas
Texas vehicles face strong UV exposure, intense heat, road contamination, bugs, bird droppings, tree sap, mineral deposits, water spots, and daily dust.
Over time, these elements can affect your paint's appearance and clarity. Ceramic coating creates a protective surface that helps guard against environmental exposure and makes routine maintenance easier.
Ceramic coating does not make paint scratch-proof. It does not stop rock chips, prevent every type of paint damage, or make your vehicle maintenance-free. It adds a durable protective layer when properly applied and maintained.
Why Paint Preparation Matters Before Ceramic Coating
Ceramic coating locks in the condition of the surface beneath it. If contamination, swirl marks, or defects are present, they become sealed under the coating.
That is why proper washing, decontamination, and paint enhancement in New Braunfels are critical steps before any coating is applied.
Our Ceramic Coating Process
Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the paint and determine its condition.
Exterior Prep Wash
Thoroughly clean the vehicle exterior.
Chemical Decontamination
Remove bonded contamination where required.
Clay Decontamination
Mechanically remove remaining embedded contaminants when necessary.
Paint Enhancement or Correction
Improve paint clarity and remove eligible defects based on the selected service and paint condition.
Surface Preparation
Prepare the paint so the coating can properly bond.
Ceramic Coating Application
Apply the selected ceramic coating according to the required process.
Curing and Final Inspection
Allow the coating to cure as required and perform the final inspection.
Gtechniq Ceramic Coatings
Auto Dude uses Gtechniq ceramic coating products as part of our professional coating process. Gtechniq is known for advanced ceramic technology designed to provide durable paint protection and enhanced gloss.
The coating fits into Auto Dude's preparation process — we inspect, clean, and refine your paint before application so the coating can bond to a properly prepared surface.
Auto Dude is an authorized Gtechniq installer, offering professional-grade ceramic coating options backed by the brand's technology and durability standards.
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Mobile Ceramic Coating Service Areas
Auto Dude provides mobile ceramic coating in New Braunfels and select surrounding Central Texas and Hill Country communities. We bring our own water, power, professional equipment, and ceramic coating products directly to qualifying homes and workplaces.
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