Frequently asked questions.
Straight answers about service areas, mobile requirements, starting prices, deposits, weather, and realistic results.
Answers before bookingWhere is JM Details based?
JM Details is based in Hermiston and serves Hermiston, Umatilla, Pendleton, the Tri-Cities, and surrounding areas. Travel fees start at $5 and are calculated at $0.42 per mile for the round trip from Hermiston. Longer-distance work is reviewed case by case.
Do you bring water and power?
Yes. JM Details arrives with water and power for typical mobile appointments. Customers should provide a safe, accessible location where the work can be completed.
How long will my detail take?
Exterior Detailing usually takes 1.5–3 hours, Deep Clean Interior 4–7+ hours, paint correction 5–10+ hours, and ceramic coating 1–2 days. Membership visit timing depends on your agreed plan. Vehicle size, condition, access, and add-ons can change the estimate.
How much does detailing cost?
Exterior Detailing starts at $69.99 by vehicle type, and Deep Clean Interior ranges from $469.99 to $689.99 by vehicle size. Listed amounts are planning estimates; JM confirms the scope and expected price or range before accepting the appointment.
Do you require a deposit?
For individual detailing appointments, regular work requires a $40 deposit after approval; paint correction and ceramic coating require $80. Deposits are non-refundable, and the remaining approved balance is due at completion. JM sends separate payment instructions. Membership pricing and billing are agreed before enrollment.
How do I cancel or reschedule an individual detail?
At least 72 hours’ notice is required to move a deposit once to a new appointment within 30 days. With less notice, a no-show, or an inaccessible vehicle or workspace, the deposit is forfeited and a new deposit is required. If JM Details or unsafe weather causes the change, the customer may choose a transfer or refund.
What happens if I am not ready at the appointment time?
A 15-minute readiness grace period applies. After 15 minutes, JM Details may adjust the scope to protect the rest of the schedule. After 30 minutes without safe access to the vehicle and workspace, the visit may be treated as a no-show.
How quickly will JM Details respond?
JM Details replies within a few hours when possible and no later than 24 hours. Same-day work may be considered by call or text when availability allows, but it is not generally shown in the public calendar.
Is JM Details licensed and insured?
Yes. JM Details is licensed and insured.
Who can join the Recurring Maintenance Membership?
Your vehicle must first receive a qualifying initial detail approved by JM. The membership provides ongoing professional care through recurring visits and is not available as a one-time service.
What does the maintenance membership include?
Regularly scheduled maintenance visits and priority scheduling help keep your vehicle clean between deep details. JM confirms your included services, schedule, recurring price, and billing before enrollment. Extra services are priced separately.
How long is the membership commitment?
The initial commitment is three months, followed by month-to-month membership. After the initial three months, provide at least 30 days’ notice to cancel. Review the full maintenance agreement before enrolling.
Can I change a maintenance appointment?
Please give JM at least three days’ notice to cancel or reschedule a maintenance visit. Late changes or missed visits follow your membership agreement. This is separate from the 30-day notice to cancel the membership after the initial commitment.
Does submitting the form book my appointment?
No. JM reviews your vehicle, service, and location, then confirms the appointment and expected price or range. A membership inquiry starts a conversation about eligibility and your plan; submitting it does not enroll you or schedule recurring visits.
Can every scratch, stain, or paint defect be removed?
No result should be guaranteed. Outcomes depend on the material, paint condition, defect depth, prior damage, and what can be treated safely.
What happens if the weather is unsafe?
JM may reschedule when weather makes the work unsafe or could affect quality. For individual appointments, a change caused by JM or unsafe weather allows a deposit transfer or refund. Membership visits are rearranged with JM under the agreed plan.