Paint protection film in Calgary.
A physical, self-healing-grade urethane film that absorbs rock chips and road debris impact before they reach your clear coat — installed using 3M or SunTek film and backed by The Local Detailer's 10-year PPF warranty.
PPF packages
Coverage builds from front-end essentials up to full-hood protection. Pricing shown is our Sedan/SUV rate.
Front Protection + Ceramic Coating
$1,597 from · Sedan/SUV
$2,048Save ~$450
PPF Service Includes (3M or SunTek film)
- Full hood
- Full front bumper
- Full front fenders
- Mirrors
- 2-year ceramic coating — painted surfaces
- 2-year ceramic coating — exterior glass
- 2-year ceramic coating — plastic trim
Live, ServiceVIN-confirmed seasonal bundle combining full-front PPF with 2-year ceramic coating. No fixed expiry date is published by the shop — reconfirm before campaign use.
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Basic Protection
$349 from · Sedan/SUV
Service Includes (3M or SunTek film)
- 24 inches of hood
- Top of fenders
- The Local Detailer 10-year PPF warranty
- Licensed & certified installers — 3M or SunTek film only
Essentials Protection
$699 from · Sedan/SUV
Service Includes (3M or SunTek film)
- Everything in Basic Protection
- Full front bumper
- Mirrors
Ultimate Protection
$1,349 from · Sedan/SUV
Service Includes (3M or SunTek film)
- Everything in Essentials Protection
- Full hood
- A-pillars
Prices shown are starting from and do not include GST.
What PPF does
Absorbs impact from rock chips, road debris and minor abrasion on the panels most exposed to highway driving — hood, front bumper, fenders and mirrors are where the coverage starts.
What PPF doesn't do
It's not a substitute for ceramic coating's gloss and hydrophobic benefits, and it won't prevent every kind of damage — deep scratches and major impacts can still mark the film itself. See our protection comparison guide for the full picture.
PPF FAQs
Ceramic coating vs. PPF — which one do I need?
Ceramic coating protects gloss, UV resistance and ease of cleaning. PPF (paint protection film) is a physical layer that absorbs rock chips and road debris impact. They solve different problems and are often used together.
Read more →How long does PPF installation take?
A Basic or Essentials front-end package is typically a same-day install. Full-vehicle or Ultimate coverage takes longer — we'll confirm a realistic timeline based on your vehicle and package when you book.
What PPF film do you use?
Our installers use 3M or SunTek film depending on the vehicle and package, backed by The Local Detailer's own 10-year PPF warranty on installation.
Bring us your vehicle. We'll take it from there.
Book detailing online in a couple of minutes, or send us a few photos for a specialty PPF, ceramic or correction quote.
Two Shops. One standard.
Not sure which one fits your service? You don't need to choose — book what you need and we'll guide you to the right Shop.
The Local Detailer – 46 Ave
911B 46 Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 2A5
- Interior & exterior detailing
- Full detail packages
- Ceramic coating (2-year & 5-year)
- Paint protection film (PPF)
The Local Detailers – 36 Ave
412B 36 Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 1W4
- Basic interior detailing
- Basic exterior detailing
- Maintenance wash
- Interior touch-up detailing
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