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Professional Paint Correction in Huntington Beach, CA
Every correction begins with inspection, measurement, and a tailored process — not guesswork.
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What Paint Correction Actually Does
Paint correction is the process of permanently removing surface defects from automotive paint. This includes swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation, water spots, and hazing caused by improper washing or environmental exposure.
Unlike waxing or polishing that temporarily fills imperfections, paint correction levels the clear coat safely and precisely to restore the paint’s true finish.
At Recon Pros, paint correction is not a single service — it’s a controlled, step-by-step process tailored to each vehicle.
Defects We Correct
Swirl marks and wash-induced scratches
Oxidation and fading
Holograms and buffer trails
Light to moderate clear coat scratches
Water spots and mineral etching
Dull or hazy paint finishes
The technique behind lasting results
Paint correction is not magic. It's knowledge applied with discipline. We strip away the damage layer by layer, restoring what time and the road have taken.
Level 1 – Enhancement Correction
Best for vehicles with light swirls and minimal defects.
Improves gloss and clarity
Reduces light swirl marks
Ideal for newer or well-maintained vehicles
Level 2 – Multi-Stage Correction
Our most popular option for daily drivers and enthusiasts.
Significant swirl and defect removal
Multi-step machine polishing
Dramatic improvement in clarity and depth
Level 3 – Intensive Correction
For heavily neglected or high-expectation vehicles.
Maximum safe defect removal
Multiple correction and refinement stages
Designed for vehicles with heavy defects or show-level goals
Note: Final correction level is determined after inspection and paint measurement.
Our Process Is What Protects Your Paint
We never assume. Every vehicle is evaluated individually to ensure defects are corrected safely without compromising long-term paint integrity.
Full vehicle inspection
Paint depth measurement
Test spot to determine safest correction method
Multi-stage correction based on paint condition
Final refinement and inspection
Built on Experience, Not Guesswork
The paint correction methods used at Recon Pros are shaped by over 50 years of hands-on experience. Led by industry veteran Mel Craig—an internationally recognized paint correction specialist and as seen on television—our approach prioritizes paint safety, disciplined technique, and consistent results over shortcuts or trends. Mel is also the owner of Revivify America, home of the world’s leading self-healing automotive coating system.
Every process exists for one reason: to protect the integrity of your vehicle’s finish.
Paint Correction Finished the Job. Revivify Protection Keeps It That Way.
Paint correction restores clarity and removes defects, but without proper protection, results can slowly diminish over time. To preserve corrected paint, we apply Revivify — a professional-grade ceramic coating system designed to lock in gloss, reduce environmental damage, and simplify long-term maintenance. Revivify is applied only after paint has been properly corrected to ensure maximum performance and longevity.
Why Revivify Matters
Revivify bonds directly to the paint surface to help protect against UV exposure, oxidation, and environmental contaminants—preserving the clarity and depth achieved during correction.
Applied With Purpose, Not Assumptions
Every vehicle is evaluated individually. Revivify is recommended only when it aligns with the paint condition, driving habits, and long-term ownership goals—nothing more, nothing less.
Paint Safety Comes First
Modern automotive paint has limited clear coat thickness. Correcting defects without measuring paint can permanently damage a vehicle.
Recon Pros uses paint depth gauges to determine how much correction is safe before polishing begins. This ensures defects are addressed responsibly — not aggressively.
Real Results, No Fillers
Every result shown is achieved through proper correction — not glazes or temporary fillers.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Question
Paint correction safely removes surface defects such as swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation, water spots, and hazing by leveling the clear coat rather than hiding imperfections.
Not all scratches can be safely removed. During inspection, we determine which defects can be corrected without compromising the paint. Deeper scratches may be improved but not fully eliminated.
Yes. Once defects are corrected, they are permanently removed. However, improper washing or neglect can introduce new defects over time.
Most paint correction services take between one and three days, depending on the condition of the paint and the level of correction required.
No. A ceramic coating is optional. Some clients choose Revivify to help protect their corrected paint and reduce future maintenance, but paint correction can stand on its own.
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