HEADLIGHT RESTORATION QUESTIONS

Headlight restoration is a multi-step process that removes oxidation, yellowing, and cloudiness from a headlight's outer polycarbonate lens and applies a protective UV sealant. The result is dramatically clearer lenses, brighter nighttime light output, and a refreshed appearance — without replacing the headlight.

Most vehicles are completed in 30 to 60 minutes. Heavily oxidized lenses or larger SUV/truck headlights may take slightly longer.

Our restoration service starts at a fraction of the cost of new headlights. Replacement headlights typically run $250–$2,000+ per pair installed, while professional restoration is usually under $200 for both lenses.

Our UV-protected restoration is designed to last up to 3 years. We also offer a 1-year free re-restoration guarantee — if your lenses fade significantly within 12 months, we restore them again at no charge.

Yes. Restored headlights with full light output and clear lenses meet all Colorado vehicle requirements. Many customers restore specifically to pass inspection or improve their car's resale value.

Absolutely. We use professional-grade abrasives and sealants made specifically for automotive polycarbonate lenses — the same materials used by detail shops and dealerships.

The #1 cause is UV exposure. The factory UV coating wears off over time, and Colorado's high altitude and intense sunshine accelerate the process. Road debris, chemicals, and heat from the bulb also contribute.

New OEM headlights commonly cost $500–$2,000+ per pair plus labor and aiming. Restoration delivers OEM-level clarity for a small fraction of that cost — and many modern aftermarket headlights aren't as bright or as well-sealed as the originals.

Yes. Cloudy headlights can reduce light output by up to 80%. Restoration typically restores 80–90% of original brightness, which dramatically improves your ability to see — and be seen — at night.

Yes. We offer mobile headlight restoration throughout the Denver metro area and Front Range. We bring our own power and water; we only need a flat spot to park.

Yes — every restoration includes our 1-year free re-restoration guarantee. If your lenses fade noticeably within 12 months, we redo them at no charge.

Yes. The UV-blocking sealant we apply is the key difference between a DIY kit (which usually fades in months) and a professional restoration that lasts years.

Modern vehicles (1990s and newer) use polycarbonate plastic lenses, which are what we restore. Older glass lenses don't oxidize and don't need restoration.

Cracks and internal moisture indicate a sealed-housing failure, which restoration can't fix. We'll inspect first and let you know honestly if replacement is the right call.

Most customers see an immediate, visible improvement — often 2–3x brighter at night. Heavily oxidized lenses can show even more dramatic gains.

Yes — cars, trucks, SUVs, RVs, fleet vehicles, and commercial vans. We offer multi-vehicle pricing for fleets.

With our UV protection, most customers get 2–3 years before any re-restoration is needed. Without UV protection, oxidation can return in 6–12 months.

No. Our process removes only the damaged outer layer of the lens and replaces the factory UV coating with a longer-lasting professional sealant.

Same-day and next-day appointments are usually available. Book online or call us for the soonest opening.

We accept all major credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, and cash.

We serve the Denver metro area and Front Range including Aurora, Denver, Centennial, Parker, Commerce City, Thornton, Littleton, and Castle Rock. Outside that area? Call us — we may still be able to help.

Yes. Cloudy headlights are one of the first things buyers and appraisers notice. Clear headlights make a vehicle look years newer and can meaningfully improve resale or trade-in value.

Multi-stage wet sanding (800 through 3000 grit), machine compounding and polishing, lens decontamination, and a ceramic UV sealant rated for up to three years — plus the 1-year re-restoration guarantee and mobile travel inside our service radius.

Two things move the number: vehicle type (sedan vs. truck) and model year (2013 or older vs. 2014 or newer). Fog light restoration adds $10. Condition never changes the price.

Colorado requires functional head lamps under state vehicle lighting law. Restoration improves output and clarity; it does not change bulbs, wiring or aim, so a vehicle that was otherwise compliant stays compliant.

Drive immediately. Wait 24 hours before a pressure wash or automated car wash so the sealant fully cures.

Yes — multi-vehicle work at one address is priced per vehicle with a volume discount. Call (303) 514-8037 with your count and we'll quote it.

Inside 12 months we come back and re-restore at no charge. That's what the 1-year guarantee covers.

A progression, not a single grit: 800 to knock down oxidation, then 1500, 2000, 2500 and 3000 to erase each previous scratch pattern before polishing.

Skipping grits leaves a scratch pattern too deep for the included polish to remove, so light scatters inside the surface. It looks hazy because it physically is.

Yes. Sanding through a thin section, overheating the polycarbonate with a drill attachment, or letting compound dry on textured trim are the common failures.

Automotive clear coat isn't formulated to flex with a polycarbonate lens or to block UV at the level a dedicated lens coating does, and it commonly peels in sheets within a year.

Cheap aftermarket assemblies often have worse beam patterns than a restored OEM lens, and they still need aiming. Replace when the lens is cracked or holding moisture — restore when it's only oxidized.