Tar & sap removal

Tar and sap bond to paint fast and get harder to remove the longer they sit. We safely lift it off without damaging the clear coat underneath.

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Before & after

Here's what the fix looks like

Every one of these is a real job we did somewhere around Summerville or Charleston.

Close-up of car tire and scratched grey car fender with black scuff marks and paint damage.

Before

Close-up of a fixed area on a vehicle's light gray fender above the tire.

After

Deep scratches

2 hours

250$

Car hood covered with water spots and light reflections of sky and clouds.

Before

Glossy black car hood with a Raptor badge and reflections of trees and a lamp post.

After

Water spots

2,5 hours

300$

Close-up of white vehicle's front left fender with black scratches near the headlight and tire.

Before

Close-up of a white vehicle's front tire, black fender, orange side marker, and headlight.

After

Light scratches

1,5 hours

150$

Close-up of a black car's fender with visible scratches and scuff marks above the tire.

Before

Close-up of the front left wheel and fender of a black vehicle on a gravel surface, showing tire tread and part of the headlight and indicator light.

After

Paint transfer

2 hours

270$

Reflection of a person wearing a blue visor and black shirt, crouching and holding a phone, seen on a glossy surface with a long scratch across it, with a beige house door and siding in the background.

Before

Reflection of a man taking a photo with a smartphone, kneeling next to a black toolbox with red latches on a gravel surface in front of a white house with a door and window.

After

Deep scratch

1 hour

140$

Close-up of the driver's side of a black car with visible scratches and scuff marks on the door near the handle and lower panel, parked on a gravel surface with grass and trees in the background.

Before

Close-up of the side of a black car with a large dent on the rear door panel, parked on a driveway in front of a garage, with reflections of nearby house siding on the car surface.

After

Light scratches

1,5 hours

150$

Tar & sap removal

What you need to know

A clear picture of what you're dealing with makes the next step a lot easier.

Don't let it sit

Fill out the form with a few quick details and a couple of photos and we'll send back a real price, usually the same day.

Why tar and sap are hard to remove

  • They bond chemically to the clear coat. Regular soap and water won't break down tar or sap on their own.
  • Heat makes them worse. Sun exposure softens sap and tar, letting it spread and sink deeper into the surface.
  • Scraping can scratch the paint. Trying to pick it off with a fingernail or tool often leaves marks behind.
  • It attracts more dirt and grime. Sticky residue acts like a magnet for dust, pollen, and road debris.

Why it's worth removing quickly

  • The longer it sits, the harder it is to lift. Fresh tar and sap come off far more easily than residue that's baked on for months.
  • It can stain the clear coat. Extended exposure, especially with sun and heat, can leave a permanent discoloration if left too long.
  • It's often on visible panels. Hoods, bumpers, and lower doors are common spots, right where it's most noticeable.

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Simple process

How we fix it

Once you know what you're dealing with, here's what happens next.

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Identifying the residue

We check whether it's tar, sap, or another substance, since each responds to different treatment.

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Applying a safe solvent

A dedicated tar and sap remover breaks down the residue without harming the clear coat.

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Gently lifting the residue

The softened residue is wiped away with a soft microfiber cloth, never scraped.

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Polishing and protecting

The area is polished to restore shine and sealed to make future buildup easier to remove.

FAQ

Questions we get a lot

Chances are, someone's already asked what's on your mind. Here's what we tell them.

Can tar and sap actually damage my paint?

Is it safe to scrape it off myself?

Will removal leave a mark or discoloration?

How long does tar and sap removal take?

Can you prevent it from coming back?

Get started

Get your free quote

Fill out the form with a few quick details and a couple of photos and we'll send back a real price, usually the same day.

A man wearing sunglasses, a blue visor, black t-shirt, and gray shorts kneels on a driveway holding a vehicle buffer polisher while smiling at the camera, with a white SUV and toolboxes containing car care products nearby.