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Serving Pleasant Hill and the Des Moines metro (515) 421-5826
A-1 Auto Detailing
5.0180+ Google reviews
Pleasant Hill & the Des Moines metro

Premium auto detailing, done by hand.
Pleasant Hill & Des Moines.

Interior and exterior detailing, paint correction and ceramic coating, by appointment. 25 years of hands-on experience from owner Levi Rench. Located in Pleasant Hill, serving the Des Moines metro.

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Call or text Levi with your year, make and model. He answers himself. No spam, no sales calls.

(515) 421-5826

Mon–Sun, 7 AM – 7 PM. Photos by text help.

25+
Years experience
180+
5.0 Google reviews
7
Metro cities served
Services

Auto detailing services & prices

Honest starting prices; final quotes depend on the size and condition of your vehicle. No hidden fees, no pressure.

Starting at $200

Interior Detailing

Full vacuum of carpets, seats & trunk, hot steam-clean & shampoo, leather conditioned, streak-free glass, clean matte factory finish—never a greasy shine.

  • • Deep carpet & cloth extraction
  • • Leather cleaned and conditioned
  • • Pet hair, spills & ground-in dirt tackled
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Starting at $150

Exterior Detailing

Hand wash with pH-balanced soap, wheels & wheel wells cleaned, bug/tar/road grime decontamination, and hand-applied sealant against Iowa weather.

  • • Hand washed to prevent swirl marks
  • • Wheels, tires & fender liners cleaned
  • • Weather-resistant sealant
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Starting at $300

Paint Correction

Machine polishing to erase swirls, scratches, and car-wash marring. Brings back the color and gloss.

  • • Clay bar & iron fallout decontamination
  • • Compounded and polished in stages
  • • Ideal foundation before ceramic coating
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MULTI-YEAR PROTECTION
Starting at $600

Ceramic Coating

Years of hydrophobic, gloss-enhancing protection applied by hand. Resists road salt, UV, bird droppings, and makes routine washing much easier.

  • • Full iron decontamination & prep polish
  • • Professional ceramic coating, applied by hand
  • • Gloss, satin & specialized matte options
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Starting at $100

Headlight Restoration

Clear, safe headlights and better night-time visibility for far less than replacement. Wet-sanding oxidized lenses plus UV-protective seal.

  • • Surrounding bodywork masked & protected
  • • Wet-sanding yellowed, cloudy lenses
  • • UV clear coat so they stay clear
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Starting at $80

Ozone Odor Treatment

Eliminates smoke, pet, and mildew odors at the source—not a scented cover-up. An ozone machine reaches into fabric and the AC vents.

  • • Reaches vents, headliner & carpets
  • • Good before selling or after buying a used car
  • • Safe once cabin is properly aired out
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Before & after

See the difference

Customer vehicles, photographed before Levi started and after he finished. Drag the handle, then pick another pair.

Honda Pilot cabin after detailing by A-1 Auto Detailing Honda Pilot cabin before detailing Before After

Honda Pilot cabin, interior detailing. Mud and grit extracted from the mats and carpet. Black leather cleaned and conditioned.

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Real customer vehicles.

Reviews

180+ Google reviews, 5.0 average

5.0 on Google from 180+ reviews. 5.0 on Facebook and Yelp.

★★★★★
Google

“Levi did a phenomenal job. Im a car guy. I'm very picky with my car and have very high expectations when it comes to detailing it and Levi did super good work, very impressed! I did an interior detail and paint correction.”

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Mason Good

~6 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Detailed our 2012 RAM 1500 pick-up truck and did an AWESOME job!!! Would HIGHLY recommend, A-1 Detailing to ALL that's looking for a VERY cleaned up version of your vehicle to look NEW once again! Thank you Levi, for your tender care of our truck!! The Anderson's”

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Vickie Anderson

~4 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Took my 4Runner in and A1 Auto Detailing knocked it out of the park. The finish on the paint is flawless, deep, mirror-level shine that makes a 10-year-old vehicle look like it just rolled off the lot.”

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Cole Easton

~4 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“I recently purchased a used vehicle and the dealer really did nothing to the exterior of the vehicle upon delivery so there was only one smart solution and that was take my car to A1 Auto Detailing.”

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Matt Gillon

~3 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Levi did a great job doing a full detail (inside and out) and ceramic coat on my Santa Fe. He bought a different type of ceramic coat especially for me ( my car has matte paint), and offered me a discount because of the fact i have matte…”

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Rich Ruane

~6 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Five stars for A-1 Auto Detailing! Levi did an outstanding job on the interior of my truck. His attention to detail, knowledge, and experience truly set A-1 apart.”

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Bryce Bingham

~6 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Levi is such a great guy — I got a ceramic coating done at his shop and he completely blew my expectations out of the water.”

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Bah Wah

~5 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Alert!! Alert!!! if you need a good car detail guy, go to Levi Rench! He is the owner of A-1 Auto Detailing in Pleasant Hill. He responds quickly, competitive pricing, does great work, and an all-round super nice guy!!”

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Emily Kix

~11 months ago
★★★★★
Google

“Levi was great to work with.. I had him detail my vehicle and the my two grandchildren's vehicles. All vehicles look great!”

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Marlys Van Manen

~1 month ago
★★★★★
Yelp

“Levi was great! Super responsive, flexible and was able to get me in right away. My car looks great and he was able to make my seats look brand new! Highly recommend A-1 Auto Detailing and will definitely be using there service again.”

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Regan M.

2023-06-04

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HOW IT WORKS

SIMPLE 3-STEP PROCESS

By appointment, one point of contact, no surprises.

01

Tell Levi about your vehicle

Send Levi a few details or photos. You get an honest, up-front quote based on the size and condition of your vehicle.

02

Book a time

Pick a day and drop the vehicle off with Levi in Pleasant Hill.

03

Detail and walk-through

Levi cleans, corrects and protects the vehicle, then walks you around it when you pick the vehicle up.

Completed Project Detailing - Honda Pilot
25 YEARS Hands-on detailing experience in Iowa
About

MEET LEVI RENCH & A-1 AUTO DETAILING

“I built A-1 around craftsmanship, not volume. I work by appointment so each vehicle gets the time it needs: honest quote up front, good products, and a finish I'm proud to put my name on.” — Levi Rench, owner and detailer

Serving Pleasant Hill, Altoona, Bondurant, Des Moines, Carlisle, Ankeny, and Norwalk. From compact cars and daily drivers to full-size trucks, SUVs, and vans—every vehicle gets the time it needs, with products that hold up to Iowa weather.

✓ Never rushed
✓ Premium products only
✓ Matte, non-greasy interior finish
✓ Located in Pleasant Hill
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

QUESTIONS ABOUT DETAILING?

Have a question not listed here? Call Levi directly at (515) 421-5826. Levi is happy to talk it through and tell you what your vehicle actually needs.

How much does detailing cost?

It depends on the size and condition of your vehicle and the package you choose. Starting prices: interior from $200, exterior from $150, paint correction from $300, ceramic coating from $600, headlight restoration from $100 and ozone treatment from $80. Send a few details and you get an honest, up-front quote; no surprises, no upsells.

How long does a detail take?

A standard interior or exterior detail is usually a few hours; ceramic coating and multi-stage paint correction can take a full day or more because the prep matters.

Do you detail trucks and SUVs, not just cars?

Absolutely. Everything from compact cars and daily drivers to full-size trucks, SUVs and passenger vans.

What's the difference between a wash and a detail?

A wash makes a car look clean for a day. A detail restores it: decontaminating paint, correcting swirls and scratches, deep-cleaning the interior and protecting every surface so the results actually last.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes. Every detail is by appointment at 1275 SE 55th Street in Pleasant Hill, Monday to Sunday, 7 AM to 7 PM. Call or text (515) 421-5826 and Levi will set a time.

Where are you located and what areas do you serve?

A-1 Auto Detailing is at 1275 SE 55th Street, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 and works Monday to Sunday, 7 AM to 7 PM, by appointment. Levi serves customers in Pleasant Hill, Altoona, Bondurant, Des Moines, Carlisle, Ankeny and Norwalk.

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Tell Levi about your vehicle

Tell Levi what you drive and what it needs. He usually replies the same day.

(515) 421-5826

Mon–Sun, 7 AM – 7 PM. Photos by text help Levi quote faster.

Pleasant Hill, IA

Location & service area

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Based in: 1275 SE 55th Street
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Hours: Mon–Sun, 7 AM – 7 PM, by appointment
7 Cities Served: Pleasant Hill (home base), Altoona, Bondurant, Des Moines, Carlisle, Ankeny, Norwalk
By appointment at 1275 SE 55th St, Pleasant Hill.
Craftsmanship over volume
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