How much does pet hair removal car detailing cost?
Pet hair weaves itself into carpet and cloth seats, so a normal vacuum barely touches it. Detailers use rubber brushes, special tools and a lot of patience to pull it out. That extra time is why most charge more when there is a lot of pet hair.
Pet hair removal car detailing prices at a glance
| Job | Newer pro | Experienced pro |
|---|---|---|
| Interior detail with pet hair, sedan | $70 | $155 |
| Interior detail with pet hair, SUV | $90 | $200 |
| Full detail with pet hair, SUV | $165 | $360 |
Labor and basic supplies. Big parts or appliances you buy yourself are extra. Prices run higher in big cities.
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What's usually included
- Pet hair loosened with rubber brushes or stones and vacuumed out
- Seats, carpets and cargo area vacuumed in detail
- Floor mats cleaned
- Hard surfaces wiped down
- Interior glass cleaned, including nose prints
What changes the price
- Amount of hair. A light dusting is quick, while a car that carries a shedding dog every day can take hours.
- Type of hair. Short, stiff hair from some breeds sticks into fabric harder than long, soft hair.
- Upholstery. Cloth seats and carpet hold hair much more than leather.
- Odor and stains. Smell removal and shampooing are often separate add-ons.
Do it yourself or hire a pro?
You can get a lot of pet hair out yourself with a rubber pet brush, a damp rubber glove or a pumice-style detailing stone, followed by a good vacuum. It is slow, tiring work in a heavily furred car. If you have tried and it keeps coming back, a pro detail followed by a seat cover is a good combination.
Common questions
Why do detailers charge extra for pet hair?
Pet hair can double the time it takes to vacuum an interior. The extra charge covers that labor.
Can all pet hair be removed?
Most of it can. A few stray hairs deep in seams may remain in heavily furred cars, so ask what result to expect.
Does pet hair removal include odor removal?
Not always. Odor treatment or an ozone treatment is often priced separately.
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