Alloy wheel deep clean in Exeter
Professional alloy wheel deep clean services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Alloy wheels deep cleaned properly. Brake dust removed from all 4 wheels, looking sharp again instead of that grey neglected look.
Got Grey Wheels Instead of Silver?
That's brake dust - the fine metal particles from your brake pads mixing with road grime and baking onto your alloys every time you brake.
Hosing them doesn't touch it. Neither does the car wash. You need proper wheel cleaner and a bit of elbow grease to actually dissolve and remove it.
Most people can't be bothered. Fair enough - it's boring work crouched by each wheel. That's where I come in.
💡 Pro tip: Front wheels get way dirtier than rears because they do 70% of the braking. If fronts are black and rears are only grey, that's normal - not a brake problem.
Why Actually Clean Them?
| ✅ Properly Cleaned | ❌ Just Hosed |
|---|---|
| Alloys back to silver/metallic | Still grey and dull |
| Brake dust actually removed | Just wet brake dust |
| Car looks cared for | Wheels let it down |
| Easier to clean next time | Buildup gets worse |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Spray | Apply wheel cleaner, let it work on brake dust |
| Agitate | Brush all spokes and barrel properly |
| Rinse | Blast off all the dissolved muck |
| Dry | Quick wipe so they don't water-spot |
📦 You're Left With
- 4 clean alloy wheels
- Brake dust properly removed
- Car looking sharp again
- No harsh chemicals residue
Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| All 4 wheels cleaned | 40-50 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Includes all wheels, cleaner and brushes supplied.
Worth Doing If...
✅ Selling your car - clean wheels add value
✅ Just bought it - previous owner clearly didn't clean them
✅ Months of buildup - can't face doing it yourself
✅ Pre-MOT spruce - make it look cared for
Why Choose Us for Alloy wheel deep clean in Exeter?
All 4 wheels properly cleaned
Brake dust actually removed
Looking smart, not grey
Safe cleaning products used
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess & Spray
I check how bad the buildup is, then spray all wheels with proper cleaner. Give it a minute to work on dissolving the brake dust.
Step 2: Brush & Agitate
Work the cleaner into all the spokes and faces with wheel brushes. This is where the dirt actually comes off - not just surface spraying.
Step 3: Rinse & Dry
Pressure rinse to blast off all the loosened muck, quick wipe dry so they don't water-spot. Done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to do it yourself? Here's how to get them actually clean:
🔧 What you'll need
- pH-neutral wheel cleaner (not acid-based)
- Wheel brushes (soft bristle, not wire)
- Hose or pressure washer
- Bucket of water
- Microfibre cloths
🧼 Cleaning process
- Wheels should be cool, not hot from driving
- Rinse loose dirt off first
- Spray wheel cleaner liberally on each wheel
- Let it dwell for 30-60 seconds (not longer)
- Agitate with wheel brush - get into all spokes
- Rinse thoroughly before it dries
- Repeat on stubborn areas
- Dry with microfibre to prevent water spots
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Using acid wheel cleaner (damages finish over time)
- Wire brushes (scratch the alloy surface)
- Letting cleaner dry on wheel (leaves marks)
- Only cleaning wheel face (barrel stays filthy)
💡 Pro trick: Do one wheel completely at a time rather than spraying all 4 then brushing. Keeps the cleaner working at its best and stops it drying on while you're busy with another wheel.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Getting car detailed? If you're having the interior valeted or exterior polished, wheels get done as part of that. This service is for people who just want the wheels sorted without a full detail.
Really bad wheels? Some alloys are pitted from years of corrosion or have kerb damage. Cleaning helps but won't fix corrosion or scuffs - that's refurbishment territory (different job, different cost).
Want to keep them clean? After I've done the hard work getting them clean, maintain them yourself with a quick spray and rinse every couple of weeks. Stops the brake dust building up again.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's involved in a proper alloy wheel clean?
I use proper wheel cleaner that dissolves brake dust (the grey gunk that sticks to alloys), agitate it with a wheel brush to get into all the spokes, then rinse thoroughly. It's more than just hosing them - brake dust is baked on from heat and needs proper cleaning.
Can you get really dirty wheels clean?
Usually yes. If they've not been cleaned for months or years, there'll be thick brake dust buildup. I can get most of it off but really neglected wheels might need a second go or specialist treatment. I'll tell you honestly what's achievable.
Will cleaning damage my wheels?
Not if done properly. I use pH-neutral wheel cleaner that's safe for alloys, not harsh acid cleaners that can etch the surface. Soft brushes, not wire brushes. Your wheels get cleaned safely, not stripped.
How often should alloy wheels be cleaned?
Ideally monthly, realistically when they start looking grey instead of silver. Brake dust is corrosive over time so regular cleaning helps them last. But I'm not here to lecture - just getting them clean when you want them done.
Can you do it at my house?
Yes - I just need water access (outside tap) and somewhere for the dirty water to drain. Your drive is perfect. Brings your car up looking smart without you having to do the boring bit.
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