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Besides a house, our cars are probably the most expensive thing we own, yet most of us don't give them the love and attention they deserve. Check out this handy guide to get the most out of car valeting services...

Car and vehicle valeting

Car valeting services: cleaning while you wait
There's a large market for car valeting services. You can visit a car valeting service or have a company come to where your car is parked, whether it's at home, at work, or even on holiday.

Check first to make sure car valeting is permissible
You might need permission to have a car valeting service carried out at client premises, car parks or other locations, so it's a good idea to obtain any permission beforehand.

Think about water and power for the car valeting
Most mobile car valeting companies are equipped with their own power and water supplies, but it's good to check beforehand. Some will require access to a hosepipe at your home. Bear this in mind when comparing quotes.

It pays to pay for car valeting services
If nothing else, regular detailing—a trade term for a full valet service—helps keep the value of your car. Bear in mind, too, that many car valeting companies offer discounts for regular customers. There are also discounts available for group washes, normally at work premises.

Hair styling, shoes, restaurant or car valeting?
As the price of a car valeting service is roughly just the same as a trip to the hairdresser or lunch at a restaurant, it's wise to keep costs in context. Apart from a house, your car is probably the most expensive thing you own.

Check out the long-range weather forecasts
For a proper car valeting service, you need dry weather. Some companies may push back your appointment if it's likely to rain.

Check liability before using a car valeting service
Reputable car valeting firms will insure their staff and take out full public liability cover. It's a good idea to check first, and even request to see a copy of the policy.

Time your car valeting with non-travel activities
Depending on the level of service, car valeting can take between less than an hour for an exterior clean to over four hours for a full all-in treatment. So plan your car valeting to fit in with something you can do nearby while you wait, such as a shopping trip or a film at the cinema.