Welcome to

The Detail Authority

Experience The Art Of Auto Detailing!

At The Detail Authority, I pride myself on providing a small hometown feeling that is a personalized & professional auto detailing encounter! You're not just another vehicle that is cleaned. Your investment gets my full attention to detail. I am dedicated to giving my customers a hassle free & budget friendly experience!

Trust The Detail Authority to take care of your vehicle.

Personalized Services

EXTERIOR DETAILING

Thorough washing & decontamination of all exterior surfaces.

Hard Water Spot, Tree Sap & Mold Removal

Polishing & waxing for a fresh exterior look.

Engine Detailing

Wet Sanding Available for a pristine flawless show car mirror finish.

Aluminum polishing Available

Get the ultimate protection & a incredible finish to your vehicle's paint by getting a full paint correction & Ceramic Coating.

Whatever your needs are, The Detail Authority has the solution!

 

 

INTERIOR DETAILING

Deep cleaning and conditioning of all interior surfaces for a fresh and comfortable driving experience.

Upholstery & carpet shampooing

Deep Steam Cleaning

Leather Cleaning & Conditioning 

Leather Ceramic Coating 

Mold & Foul Odor Removal

Headliner Cleaning

Pet Hair Removal

Flood Damage Fresh Water Cleaning (Not Salt Water!)

Unfortunate accidents happen while driving. Be it a pet urination, a coffee or beverage spill or car sickness.

At The Detail Authority we've seen it & have handled it all.

 

FULL-SERVICE DETAILING

Comprehensive makeover combining both the Exterior & Interior, plus engine detailing for a complete transformation to your vehicle.

Every nook and cranny of your vehicle will be completely cleaned & sanitized. From the engine bay to the spare tire in the trunk. Nothing goes untouched!

Paint Correction & Paint Polishing is its own add-on service. All full basic details get thoroughly washed, decontamination & a polymer spray on wax sealant. An engine detail & full interior detail. You can upgrade to a few different kinds of waxes & how they are applied. Wax does not remove scratches! Wax just adds temporary protection to the paints current condition.

The next level upgrade is a Complete Full Service Detail with Full Multi Step Paint Correction & choice of Ceramic Coating for the ultimate armor in paint protection!

There are many different options available & all vehicles are unique to their owner, so every detail is different in its own way. Upon inspection, we will go over all options & get your vehicle looking right for your budget! We can do a full package deal or a la carte.

Please check out my Google page, read some of my customer reviews & Don't forget to look at some before & after pictures & videos too!

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What sets The Detail Authority apart from other detailing services?

The Detail Authority, is a one man operation. I,  the owner, Phil work by myself out of my garage converted into a detail shop in my home. I take personalized care to every vehicle that is in my hands. 

I focus on personalization of every persons particular needs & wants. My 35 years of experience and professional service gives you the best results in the business. I use the latest high-quality technologically advanced products that show the best results! I pay attention to every detail to make sure your vehicle isn't just done, to get it done. It's worked on the right way ensuring that each job is finished to perfection. I go above & beyond to see that WOW Shock Factor when you arrive to pick up your vehicle! There is no B.S. here! 

You've tried the rest, Now come to the best! 

THE DETAIL AUTHORITY,  THE AUTHORITY IN AUTOMOTIVE DETAILING! 

How often should I detail my vehicle?

I recommend detailing your vehicle every 3 months to maintain its appearance and protect its value. However, the frequency may vary depending on your driving habits and environmental factors. When you feel that it's dirty. Give us a call. 

What is Ceramic Coating & do you offer Ceramic Coating?

Yes, I am a certified Ceramic Coating Installer for 2 major brands. I've had extensive training & received awards for my talent, skill & experience. 

Ceramic Coating is a semi permanent sealant that actually bonds to the surface it is applied to unlike conventional waxes. They deteriorate within a few car washes or months. Ceramic Coating lasts for years! So there is no need to keep waxing your vehicle! It is extremely super hydrophobic! It brings out the color of the paint, leave a incredibly high gloss with UV protection built in to help resist fade. And that is a necessity in the hot Florida sun! And the best part is, nothing sticks to it. The ease of maintaining your own vehicle will be ridiculously easier if your vehicle had Ceramic Coating applied to it! Ceramic Coating can be applied to the glass, paint, plastic trim, chrome, bare aluminum, wheels, powder coated parts such as brake calipers. And I even offer leather coating. 

Call today for more indepth details on getting your vehicle Ceramic Coated!

Do you offer any discounts for repeat customers?

Yes, I offer discounts for repeat customers as a token of appreciation for their loyalty to The Detail Authority! Military, 1st Responders & Senior Citizens will always be treated in 1st class! 

How much is a detail?

Every detail is completely unique to its owner & how they have treat their vehicle. There is no set menu price for any detail. It is all based on condition & the size of the vehicle itself. Please contact me today for an over the phone pre evaluation on your vehicle to get a starting price. All vehicles will be physically inspected & all detail options will be discussed before any actual prices are given.  Again, I am very fair & I can work within your budget. 

What is paint correction?

Paint correction is a modern term for buffing. Paint Correction is done to remove all superficial scratches, tunnel car wash scratches, (not to be confused with scratches that are through the paint) blemishes, paint fade & paint oxidation to renew that new car depth & shine! 

"Phil, Detail Authority, did an excellent job on detailing and ceramic coating my truck. My truck is black and between working at a cement plant with fine abrasive dust and going through car washes the paint and wheels were in very, very bad shape. Phil worked overtime to make sure my truck looked brand new. Also, Phil communicated with me during the process with updates and pictures. Thanks Phil!"

[Matt-MST1113]

 

I’ll admit I only wanted a good detailing. Once Phil told me about the ceramic coating and what it could do, I was sold. He did a paint correction and the ceramic coating. I also had him change some of my trim from silver to black. I was rendered speechless. Look at what he did!!!!

[Larry Hampton]

 

The Detail Authority surpassed all my expectations to make my 2017 Shelby GT350 look like it just came off the show room floor again! Phil is detailed, meticulous, and a pro at his art of restoring and correcting paint, application of ceramic coating, interior restoration, and cleaning and polishing engine components to a "Like New" state, regardless of how worn, old, or dirty they have become. I dropped off my Shelby to Phil never expecting to get it back looking like I had never driven it. The Jade Graphene 5 year 10H Ceramic Coating he applied to my Shadow Black paint literally looked glass perfect!! No swirls, scratches, chips, orange peel or streaks! My black powdered coated wheels looked brand new, and the dingy gray colored calipers were refinished and painted red, and they looked like they came straight from the factory. The red pin striping matched the newly painted red calipers and interior accents flawlessly. Absolutely detailed to perfection...a true Masterpiece!! My Shelby GT350 looked jaw dropping gorgeous!! I would trust no one else to touch my vehicle, but Phil from The Detail Authority! He is Honest, Meticulous, Detailed, Skilled, Professional and a Perfectionist at his craft. Hands down 5 stars!!!

***Update***I went back to Phil at The Detail Authority to get some more work done professionally to my Shelby GT350, because I trust no one else with her. I had Phil paint my engine Valve covers red and had custom strut caps installed, which he also painted. I had him create an under hood custom Shelby Cobra Snake Vinyl Decal which he had made and custom installed. He also had custom fender badges made and installed. I also had a custom Shelby Cobra Vinyl Snake decal made and installed on the rear window. A custom "Voodoo" windshield banner was also custom designed and installed by Phil. Phil upgraded my headlights to LED's from HID's, as well as the rear marker lights and front switch back lights. Phil also installed and programed all of the LED Under Glow and engine bay lights that made my Shelby Car Show ready!! I cannot tell you how many compliments and questions I get when people see the work that Phil and The Detail Authority have done to my Shelby!! I'm absolutely IN LOVE with my Shelby now!!

[Darla Portman]

 

Outstanding Work on my M550! I brought my 2023 M550 for a full interior and exterior detail, and he absolutely crushed it. I’m very particular about who touches my car, but after seeing his high ratings, I decided to give him a call. The paint looks deeper and glossier than it did when I bought it, and he completely cleared up all the road grime from the exterior. Inside, the leather seats and screens are immaculate—no streaks, no greasy residue, and he managed to get into every tight crease of the center console. What really blew me away was the work he did on the wheels. Anyone who owns a BMW knows that the factory brake pads throw off an insane amount of heavy, caked-on brake dust that ruins the alloys. Phil completely stripped all that baked-on dust and grime off the barrels and faces of the wheels, and he even meticulously cleaned up the brake calipers and surrounding area. They look like they just rolled off the assembly line. You can tell Phil has decades of experience because his attention to detail is next level.

[Steve Kravitz]

 

So I get this 2007 Jeep Wrangler with an RV we purchased from a 3rd party. I can't even tell you how dirty inside and out that it was. Including that the previous owners were smokers. This was going to be a huge job. I didn't expect anything big to be done on it, especially for the price. Let me tell you, now I can't even tell there was ever a smoker in the vehicle. It is beautiful. I have always wanted a Wrangler and what Phil was able to accomplish made me super excited! Thanks Phil! I can't wait to see what you can do with the inside of our RV! You have the pictures. Feel free to post them. If you really want a great deep cleaning please call Phil. I honestly don't see us going anywhere else. 5 STARS FOR YOU!!! 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

[Tam Hayden]

Contact us

For personalized & experienced professional auto detailing services call Phil directly at The Detail Authority at 727-858-0089 today. 

PLEAS DO NOT EMAIL as it seems all emails go to spam and I do not immediately get them. Please CALL or stop in between 8am-6pm to get an actual price on your vehicle. By appt only so please call ahead of time. Thank you!

We're conveniently located right off of SR-52 across the street from Walgreens & Pinch A Penny,  between US-19 & Little Rd. in the Bayonet Point section of Port Richey, Florida. 

You can find The Detail Authority on Google Maps and click the directions button and it will take you right to us and where you can also check out all the 5 star ratings & reviews. Don't forget to view all the transformation pictures & videos! 

Thank you for inquiring and checking out The Detail Authority. Looking forward to getting your vehicle looking better than ever! 

Location

The Detail Authority

727-858-0089

11936 Meadow Dr.
Port Richey, Florida,

United States

About us

The Detail Authority is a small PATRIOTIC locally family owned and operated auto detailing business in Port Richey, Florida. With 35 years of experience in the industry, we are dedicated to providing top-quality services and exceptional customer care!

We recommend CALLing first at 727-858-0089 to discuss pricing and availability to book an appointment. I conduct everything over the phone and in person. You personally have to call and talk to me, there is no booking app, no emails (as most times they go to spam and never get seen) this is the best way and most efficient way. 

Appointments are not necessary, but are recommend as I only do one vehicle at a time to give that vehicle all of my attention.

Be sure to look us up on Google Maps and check out all the latest reviews, updates for specials and pictures. 

Thank you for checking out my website and hope to hear from you soon to get your vehicle looking new again!