Climate-controlled install bays
Filtered air, controlled humidity, and bright LEDs let us catch every speck before the film locks down. The same environment XPEL recommends.
About Detailers of Ann Arbor
Built by enthusiasts.
Trusted by owners.
Ann Arbor's certified XPEL installer. We protect the cars you love with the same care we would give our own.
Our story
A shop run by car people, not technicians.
Detailers of Ann Arbor was founded on a simple idea: Ann Arbor deserves a paint protection and detailing studio that takes the craft as seriously as the cars it protects. We come from a family of detailers who have been wrapping, polishing, and coating vehicles for years.
We chose to become a certified XPEL installer because their film is the benchmark for self-healing performance, optical clarity, and warranty coverage. Every install is performed in a clean, controlled environment with deionized water and proper lighting, the way it should be.
When you bring your vehicle to us, you get a real conversation about what you actually need, a tailored quote, and a finished install you will be proud of. No upsells, no pressure, no shortcuts. Just protection that lasts.
Side by side
How we compare to a typical shop.
| What matters | Detailers of Ann Arbor | Typical shop |
|---|---|---|
| PPF training and certification | Certified XPEL installer team | Self taught or weekend course |
| Install environment | Climate controlled, filtered air | Open shop floor or driveway |
| Manufacturer warranty | Up to 10 years, backed by XPEL | Limited or shop-only warranty |
| Paint correction before coating | Multi-stage with measured gloss | Single pass or skipped entirely |
| Documentation | Photo record of every install | Verbal handoff |
| Aftercare support | Direct line for the life of the install | Pay per visit |
Authorized Partner
10yr
Warranty
1,000+
Google reviews
5.0
Star rating
The standard in Ann Arbor
The #1 XPEL Provider in Ann Arbor.
When the install matters, owners across Washtenaw County trust our team to get it right the first time. Certified training. Real coverage. Manufacturer-backed warranties.
Certified XPEL Installer
Factory trained, factory approved on every product we install.
Manufacturer Warranty
Up to 10 years on PPF, backed directly by XPEL.
Climate Controlled Bays
Filtered, dust managed install bays for flawless results.
1,000+ 5-Star Google Reviews
Verified reviews from owners across our studios. Same XPEL products, same install standard, same obsession with detail.
What sets us apart
Built for the way you actually drive in Michigan.
Salt brine, gravel highways, lake-effect storms, and freeze-thaw cycles all show up on your paint. Every choice we make is built to handle that reality.
Hand-built installs, every panel
We bulk-pattern starting points then trim and tuck by hand on the vehicle. Cleaner edges, fewer cuts on paint, and seams that disappear under sun.
Decon and prep that other shops skip
Iron decon, clay, alcohol wipe, and tack pulls before any film touches paint. Skip this and the install fails six months in. We never skip it.
Documented quality at every step
Each install is photographed before, during, and after. You get the gallery for your records and our warranty file.
Concierge pickup and delivery
Trade your car keys, not your day. We can pick up and drop off in the Ann Arbor area so your install never costs you a ride.
Built for Michigan weather
Salt brine, road grit, and freeze-thaw cycles are tougher on paint than any other climate. Every recommendation we make is calibrated for that.
Inside the shop
A spotless, controlled environment.
Every install happens indoors, under proper lighting, away from dust and contamination. The right space is half of what makes a great install possible.
How it works
A simple, honest process from quote to keys back.
No surprise upcharges, no sales pressure. Tell us about your vehicle and your goals, and we will handle the rest.
- 01
Tell us about your car
Send a few photos, the year, make, model, and what you want to protect. We respond within one business day with a detailed plan or follow-up questions if we need them.
Same-day reply - 02
Get a tailored quote
We recommend the right combination of PPF, ceramic coating, and window tint for your goals and budget. No high-pressure sales. If a less expensive package fits your situation better, we will say so.
Free walkaroundItemized pricing - 03
We handle every step
Drop off or use our concierge pickup. Your car goes through a contactless wash, iron decon, clay, paint correction (when included), and the install in our climate-controlled bays.
1 to 5 days typicalPhoto updates - 04
Drive away protected
We walk you through aftercare, warranty coverage, and what to expect over the life of the install. You get the documentation file and a direct line if you ever have a question.
Aftercare guideLifetime support
Just the keys.
We will handle the rest. If you have aftermarket panels, recent paintwork, or specific concerns about an area, mention it during the quote and we will plan around it.
- Vehicle title or plate (if checking in for a multi-day install)
- Any paint or repair history we should know about
- Aftermarket parts already on the car (especially mirrors, splitters)
- Notes on areas you care about most (rocker panels, fender flares)
Communication every step.
We text photo updates during decon, during the install, and at the final reveal. You get the documentation file plus a written aftercare plan when you pick up.
- Same-day check-in walkaround with our lead installer
- Mid-install photo update so you can see progress
- Final reveal in our LED-lit inspection bay
- Written aftercare plan and warranty paperwork at pickup
Concierge service
We can pick up your vehicle.
Trade your keys instead of your day. Our concierge service covers the Ann Arbor metro and most of Washtenaw County. Multi-service installs that take more than a day include a loaner option on request.
1,000+ 5-star Google reviews across our studios
"Edges are wrapped clean, the shop is spotless, and the gloss is unreal. They protected my M3 the way I would have done it myself if I had the training."
Brandon W. · BMW M3 owner, Ann Arbor
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Ready when you are
Ready to get on the schedule?
Tell us about your vehicle and what you want to protect. We will recommend the right combination of XPEL film, ceramic, and detailing for your goals and budget.
Hours
Mon – Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed