Dee’s Detailing — Engine Bay Cleaning
Engine bay cleaning Safer, fresher under the hood

Professional engine bay cleaning for a fresh, photo ready under the hood.

A careful, hand done engine bay clean that loosens grease and dust, uses controlled rinsing and gives plastics a clean, natural finish so popping the hood always feels good.

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Clean engine bay with dressed plastics and hoses after detailing
Under hood clean. Safer, fresher look.
Who it’s for

For drivers who care what it looks like under the hood too.

Engine bay cleaning is great when you are preparing to sell, showing the car, or just want everything to feel clean when the hood is open. It also makes leaks and problems easier to spot in the future.

Daily drivers and work rigs

High miles, lots of dust.

Perfect for vehicles that live on the road and see salt, dust and pollen so the bay does not look neglected when the hood is opened.

Cars going up for sale

Better first impression.

A clean bay helps buyers feel that the vehicle has been looked after, which can support stronger interest and more confidence at sale time.

Enthusiasts and show cars

Open hood photos that pop.

Ideal when the car will be photographed, taken to meets or you simply love seeing tidy plastics, hoses and painted metal whenever you check fluids.

What’s included

Your Engine Bay Cleaning package.

Engine bay cleaning is done with care and respect for sensitive areas. Here is what you get on most vehicles.

Engine bay being inspected before cleaning
Pre inspection and prep

Visual check of wiring, exposed filters and aftermarket parts. Covers or avoids sensitive areas and loose components before any cleaner is used.

Detailing brushes and cleaner working on a dirty engine bay
Targeted degrease and agitation

Safe cleaners and detail brushes loosen built up dust, grease and road film from plastics, painted metal, strut towers and accessible areas.

Controlled low pressure rinse in an engine bay
Controlled rinse and dry

Low pressure rinse or damp wipe where needed, followed by careful blow out and towel drying to remove water from cracks and trim gaps.

Engine bay plastics dressed with a satin finish
Dress plastics and final wipe

Plastics and hoses receive a light dressing for a clean satin look, not a slick greasy shine, and everything gets a last quality check before you see it.

Where it fits

Engine bay cleaning pairs well with exterior and full details.

Most guests add engine bay cleaning when they are already getting an exterior detail, full detail or paint correction so the whole vehicle feels clean, front to back and top to bottom.

  • Great add on with full exterior details and gloss packages.
  • Helpful before ceramic coating or paint correction, so dust is not blowing out later.
  • Smart upgrade when preparing to sell or photograph your vehicle.

Engine Bay Cleaning FAQs

Is engine bay cleaning safe for my vehicle?

Yes, it is done with care. Dee avoids sensitive areas, uses appropriate cleaners and controlled rinsing, and focuses on safe, cosmetic improvement rather than blasting everything.

Do you pressure wash the engine bay?

Dee does not stand back and blast everything with a strong pressure wand. Cleaning is done with targeted spray, brushes and rinsing, followed by blow drying to move water away from delicate spots.

Can you clean older, high mileage or modified engines?

Most can be cleaned, but older or heavily modified bays are always inspected first. If something looks too fragile or risky, Dee will explain what can and cannot be safely done.

How long do you need my vehicle for engine bay cleaning?

Expect the engine bay add on to be built into the time of your main service. In most cases it adds around thirty to forty five minutes depending on how dirty things are and how complex the bay is.

How often should I have my engine bay cleaned?

Once a year works well for many drivers. Work vehicles, off road use or very dusty conditions may benefit from more frequent cleaning so grime does not build up heavily.

Show Dee what your engine bay looks like now.

Snap a couple of clear photos with the hood up and send them along with what bothers you most. Dee will confirm if a standard clean works or if extra time is needed for heavy build up.

Check availability

Service area: Lockbourne and surrounding communities inside and around the I-270 outerbelt.

Your engine bay can look as clean as the rest of your car.

Book engine bay cleaning, send a few photos of your vehicle and Dee will confirm timing, any extra needs and how it pairs with your other services.

Book engine bay cleaning

Hours: Mon–Sat 8:00am–6:00pm Service Area: Lockbourne and the communities in and around the I-270 outerbelt around Columbus, Ohio
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