Tree Sap Removal — Protect Your Paint & Restore Your Shine

Ma Mobile Detailing — Add-On Service: $50 (Excessive Conditions: $100+)

Tree sap is one of the toughest, most frustrating contaminants vehicle owners deal with—especially here in the Lower Mainland where evergreens and maple trees are everywhere. What starts as a few sticky spots can quickly turn into a stubborn, hardened layer that threatens your paint, dulls your finish, and attracts dirt like a magnet. At Ma Mobile Detailing, we offer a specialized Tree Sap Removal Add-On Service designed to safely eliminate sap without causing damage while restoring the look, feel, and protection of your vehicle’s exterior.

Why Tree Sap Is a Serious Problem for Your Paint

Many people think tree sap is just an eyesore, but it can actually cause long-term damage if not removed correctly and quickly. Sap is acidic, and as it cures under sun and heat, it slowly eats into your clear coat. This can leave behind permanent etching, discoloration, and rough texture even after the sap is gone.

If left untreated for weeks or months, sap hardens and becomes extremely difficult to remove with regular washing. This is when many people try DIY methods—like scraping, using household cleaners, or applying strong chemicals—that often lead to scratches, dull spots, or further damage.

Our professional removal process prevents these problems while preserving the integrity of your paint.

Our Professional Sap Removal Process

At Ma Mobile Detailing, we use a gentle, methodical approach tailored to the condition of your vehicle. Every sap situation is unique, depending on the type of tree, how long the sap has been there, and how much exposure the vehicle has had. Our process includes:

1. Pre-Inspection

We start by examining the affected areas to determine how fresh or hardened the sap is. This allows us to assess the required level of treatment—standard or excessive.

2. Safe Heating & Softening

Tree sap cannot simply be picked off or rubbed away. We safely soften the sap using controlled heat and professional sap-removal solutions designed specifically for automotive paint. This step loosens the hardened residue without harming your clear coat.

3. Professional Removal Technique

Once softened, sap is carefully lifted using microfiber-safe tools and lubricant to ensure zero scratching. We never use razor blades or harsh solvents that can damage the paint.

4. Deep Wash & Surface Prep

After removal, the panel is washed and decontaminated to remove any leftover residue, oils, or impurities. This ensures no “ghosting,” smudging, or sticky film remains.

5. Protection Re-Applied

Because sap can strip wax and coatings from your paint, we finish by applying a protective sealant or spray coating to the treated area. This adds shine, smoothness, and a layer of defense against future contamination.

When Is It Considered “Excessive”?

Tree sap builds up differently depending on how long it’s been sitting, whether the vehicle is parked underneath trees regularly, and the temperature cycles it has endured.

Our pricing is simple:

  • Standard Add-On: $50
    For small to moderate sap spots that are recent or only affect a few areas.

  • Excessive Condition: $100 and up
    For vehicles that have been parked under trees for long periods, heavy sap coverage, hardened sap requiring extended softening, or when sap has baked deeply into the clear coat.

You’ll always know the price after we inspect the affected areas—we are transparent and upfront every single time.

Why Choose Ma Mobile Detailing?

As a licensed, insured, and fully mobile detailing company serving Metro Vancouver and Tsawwassen, Ma Mobile Detailing brings top-level care directly to your home or workplace. We understand the environmental conditions in our region, including seasonal sap fall, pollen, and tree debris that can harm your paint.

What sets us apart:

✔ Experience You Can Trust

Years of hands-on work with sap removal, paint care, and detailing for all vehicle types.

✔ Safe, Paint-Friendly Methods

We use industry-approved products, never shortcuts or harmful chemicals.

✔ Mobile Convenience

We come equipped with professional tools, water, and power (if needed) to service your vehicle anywhere.

✔ Restoration & Protection

Our goal is to not only remove the sap but restore your paint’s smoothness and preserve its long-term health.

How to Prevent Future Sap Damage

While we’re always here to help, a few preventative steps can save your paint in the long run:

  • Avoid parking directly under trees, especially during the spring and summer high-sap seasons.

  • Wash your car regularly—frequent maintenance helps catch sap early before it hardens.

  • Apply ceramic coating or a strong paint sealant—this makes sap removal faster and safer in the future.

  • Schedule maintenance detailing with us to keep your paint protected year-round.

If you’re interested, we can also recommend add-on protective services during your appointment.

Book Your Sap Removal Service Today

Whether you have one spot of sap or your vehicle is covered, Ma Mobile Detailing has the expertise and tools to restore your paint safely and professionally.

Tree Sap Removal Add-On

  • $50 (Standard)

  • $100+ (Excessive Conditions)

If your vehicle is affected by tree sap, don’t wait—sap only becomes more difficult and damaging over time. Book your appointment today at mamobiledetailing.ca, or call/text 778-676-6660 for questions or booking support.