Mission Statement

My passion is seeing the smile on YOUR face when YOU first see the polished to perfection and mirror shine your vehicle is going to have. You’re not looking at the website of a detailer who focuses on quantity over quality. In fact, that kind of work goes against everything I believe in. You are going to get the most meticulous attention to detail in paint correction, which means removing minor surface scratches and swirls, followed by the utmost care in applying a coating. This is literally going to REDEFINE the look of your vehicle. The reflection staring back at you won’t just be jaw-dropping but will blow your mind that it’s the same vehicle! Your vehicle will be the talk of the neighborhood. Having it coated is going to make taking care of your vehicle much easier. This is MY passion; this is MY promise to all my clients.

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    About Me

    Hello, I’m Chad – founder and co-owner of CME Shine Auto Detailing.

    I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself and share a bit about my journey. While I’ve been professionally involved in the detailing industry for the past three years, my passion for automotive care began much earlier—at the age of 16. My father instilled in me the importance of maintaining my vehicle, which sparked a deep sense of pride and responsibility. From that point on, weekends were spent meticulously cleaning and preserving my cars, a habit that quickly grew into a passion.

    As I upgraded to newer vehicles, my interest in detailing continued to grow. I began seeking out advanced techniques and training, learning from some of the industry’s top experts including Mel Craig, Dan Tyger of Adam’s Polishes, and Josh Pierce. I’m incredibly grateful for the insights they’ve shared—each one has played a vital role in shaping my skills, expanding my knowledge, and building my business.

    I also want to extend heartfelt thanks to my family. Their constant support has been the backbone of my journey and success.

    If you’re in the market for a ceramic coating or high-end detail, I’d love the opportunity to show you what I can do. I take immense pride in restoring and enhancing vehicles—often delivering results that exceed showroom condition.

    EXCLUSIVE Shine Package

    Self-Heal Coating

    You won’t find this level of exclusivity anywhere else—this elite package is offered only at CME Shine Auto Detailing.

    This premium package includes a full exterior wash paired with advanced paint decontamination to safely remove embedded contaminants and prepare the surface for refinement.

    Tires, wheels, and wheel wells are thoroughly cleaned and dressed for a factory-fresh finish

    Engine bay cleaned and dressed for a clean, detailed appearance under the hood

    Precision paint correction performed to eliminate light swirls and surface scratches, restoring 80–90% of the paint’s original clarity (note: deeper imperfections may remain)

    Self-Healing Coating applied to all painted surfaces, trim, wheel faces, and exterior glass—providing enhanced gloss, protection, and minor scratch-healing properties over time

    Estimated Completion Time: 2–4 days

    Pair with our annual maintenance plan ($159/year) to receive a limited lifetime warranty through CME Shine Auto Detailing.

    This package price starts at

    $2095 - $2975

    Final price to be determined by size and condition of vehicle.

    Ultimate Shine Package

    Ceramic Coating

    Includes Exterior Wash with Paint Decontamination

    Tires, wheels, and wheel wells meticulously cleaned and dressed for a like-new appearance

    Engine bay carefully cleaned and dressed for a crisp, detailed finish

    Paint correction performed to minimize light swirls and surface scratches, restoring 80–90% of the paint’s original brilliance (note: some imperfections may remain)

    High-performance ceramic coating applied to all painted surfaces, trim, and wheel faces for lasting shine and protection

    Finished with Ultimate Glass Protection on all exterior glass for enhanced clarity, hydrophobic performance, and improved visibility in all weather conditions

    When paired with an annual maintenance plan from CME Shine Auto Detailing, a limited lifetime warranty is included.

    This package price starts at

    $1395 - $1795

    Final price to be determined by size and condition of vehicle.

    At CME Shine, we are truly grateful for our Hometown Heroes and are pleased to offer a 10% discount to all Military members, including both Active Duty and Veterans, as well as Firefighters, Law Enforcement Officers, 9-1-1 Dispatchers, Doctors, Nurses, and Teachers. Your dedication to our communities and country is greatly appreciated.

    Testimonials

    “Chad does amazing work, I bought a new truck and knew that I wanted to get it looking the best that it could. We talked about options, Chad polished all of the imperfections out of the paint and made it shine before doing a ceramic coat. I couldn’t be happier with the shine and protection that he added to my truck. Pictures don’t do it justice the work and mirror like finish that CME Shine is capable of.”

    -Matt B.

    “Chad took our Gladators paint to a whole new level – it simply glows! I approached Chad about doing the Jeep with the Graphene Ceramic as it is outside 24/7. This truck was purchased used out of Florida and between its time there and a winter here, the paint was beyond my help with a buffer. Now it looks better than it probably did when it left the factory. We are now two weeks out from the services CME Shine performed, yet it is still clean as a whistle and has shed everything mother nature has tossed at it. The Graphene really is a huge leap above the consumer grade silicone on the market. Highly recommend it… and Chad’s service as well. “

    -Scott F.

    “CME Shine took our Yukon from ok to AMAZING! The high quality products used and attention to detail put CME Shine steps above the rest. If you want a vehicle to be protected with a quality coating and look awesome go see Chad.”

    -Nick K.

    “One of our patrol vehicles for the Monticello Police Department was badly damaged by a stray dog that had jumped on and left scratches all down the sides of the vehicle. Chad was able to return the vehicle to a condition better than when it was new. Chad did paint correction and applied a ceramic finish that will give the vehicle an added layer of protection. Thanks Chad for the amazing work!”

    -Chief Smith

    “Had cme shine detail my Harley and even with all the little areas and tight spots the attention to detail was phenomenal. He made a 20 year old bike look brand new and would highly recommend him for bike or automotive shine!”

    -Lawson W.