Business Details
29 Years
experience
Award-Winning Car Detailing in Kamloops
Since 1997, First Place Detail has been Kamloops' premier destination for comprehensive car detailing services. Our expertise spans exterior, interior, and engine cleaning, alongside specialized biohazard remediation and vehicle protection treatments. Recognized by the Readers Choice Award for Best Auto Detailer (2003-2007), we serve provincial government fleets, RCMP, and BC Hydro with precision and reliability.Our team of skilled professionals utilizes premium products to restore vehicles to like-new condition, offering courtesy rides and personalized service. With decades of combined experience, we combine technical proficiency with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every vehicle receives gold-standard care that preserves its value and enhances its appearance.
Services
Exterior Cleaning
Vehicle Protection
Engine Detailing
Interior Cleaning
Biohazard Remediation
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized car detailing expertise in Kamloops
- Our team holds Readers Choice Award for Best Auto Detailer (2003-2007)
- Government-contracted service provider for RCMP and BC Hydro vehicles
- Specialize in biohazard cleanup and complex interior restoration
- Provide complimentary courtesy rides for customer convenience
What people say
Looks brand new
Exceptional job
Highly recommend
Worth every penny
Professional service
Services
Exterior Cleaning
Our exterior detailing restores vehicle paintwork through chemical washes, clay bar treatments, and hand waxing. We remove contaminants like tree sap and road tar while protecting surfaces against environmental damage. Professional rim and tire cleaning completes the polished appearance.
Engine Detailing
Professional engine degreasing uses specialized tools to remove grime without damaging components. Hot water cleaning followed by protective dressing leaves engines spotless and easier to maintain for improved performance.
Vehicle Protection
We apply rust inhibitors, paint sealants, and UV protectants to preserve vehicle surfaces. Our treatments prevent corrosion, sun fading, and interior material degradation while maintaining showroom-quality appearance.
Interior Cleaning
Comprehensive interior restoration includes leather conditioning, fabric protection, and headliner cleaning. We eliminate odors at their source and remove stains from carpets, seats, and hard-to-reach areas.
Biohazard Remediation
Specialized cleaning protocols address pest infestations and biohazard contamination. We decontaminate vehicle interiors using industrial-grade equipment to eliminate persistent odors and restore hygienic conditions.
People
Howie
Owner
With over 25 years in the industry, Howie leads our team with technical expertise and customer-focused service. His hands-on approach ensures every vehicle receives meticulous attention to detail.
Questions
What does car detailing include?
Our detailing covers complete exterior washing, interior cleaning, engine degreasing, and protective treatments to restore vehicles to showroom condition.
Why is regular detailing important?
Regular detailing preserves vehicle value by protecting against environmental damage, removing contaminants, and maintaining mechanical performance through engine cleaning.
Do you handle odor removal?
Yes, we specialize in biohazard cleanup and odor elimination using industrial-grade solutions that target the source of persistent smells.
What vehicles do you service?
We service all vehicle types including cars, trucks, and specialty vehicles for both private and government clients.
Are appointments necessary?
While walk-ins are welcome, appointments ensure dedicated service time for your vehicle's specific needs and requirements.
Reviews (4)
Gee Cee
Sep 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Great family owned place, i was recommended here from Family Glass as they didn't know what got on the inside of a recently purchased vehicle. 5 mins later it was perfectly clean! I took my truck here to get spray liner underneath and in the box, both were done perfectly. great place, almost hard to find!
Services:Auto detailing,Engine detailing
Great family owned place, i was recommended here from Family Glass as they didn't know what got on the inside of a recently purchased vehicle. 5 mins later it was perfectly clean! I took my truck here to get spray liner underneath and in the box, both were done perfectly. great place, almost hard to find!
Services:Auto detailing,Engine detailing
Joe Carlson
Sep 03, 2021
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Family owned business with great service and fun conversations. Highly recommend their detailing services.
J. W.
Dec 23, 2020
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I want to give a 3.75 star rating - i am happy with the service overall but a couple items were not quite too my satisfaction- the headliner didnt look like it had been touched, and the cupholder i am going to attach a picture of a it was glaringly obvious that they missed it- simple mistake they probably forgot to clean in there because they sat my dashcam in there and forgot about it. Customer service was good, friendly, and i would return again but I wish i had paid a little bit less because of the fine detail items that were missed .
Jim Shuparsky
Nov 22, 2020
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Great service!! Happy to serve!! Very courteous!!! Very good results!! Very happy client and recommend to others....jim