Alberty’s Auto Detailing Shop

I came in with the filthiest car– THE FILTHIEST. I was afraid no one would take it to clean– my friend had not cleaned his car ONCE since he got it in 2008. I mean, there was grime of every unimaginable substance in every little crevice. It was nasty. I couldn’t bear to go into his car anymore.
Thank GOD for Alberty’s. I wouldn’t have gone in there with a face mask and gloves. They somehow managed to get slime and solidified nastiness off the carpet, the wheel, the dashboard, the sides of the car, cup holders– you name it.
On top of that, they finished the car way quicker than they had said it would take. I just worked from a coffee shop around the corner and before I knew it, they had left a message saying they were done. I got there to find the guy sweating like a pig– the man did work!
After hitting up a couple places around the area, I was expecting to pay around $ 150 – 200 but it ended up being cheaper than that, which was AWESOME! Loved these guys and would come back again when I need a deep, thorough, interior detailing.

Brought my grimy 14 year old Prius (Alphonse), covered with peeling stickers, into be detailed. On the back seat there was a black streak of something — maybe grease? — going across the whole seat. You should see him now! He’s still 14 years old, but he sparkles. No remnants of the stickers. Back seat stain completely gone!

I wish I was able to give them zero. The dude hung up the phone on me and told he had to finish a car!!!

Do not go here. I paid $ 110 for an inside and outside detail and they didn’t even wash my tires. The outside had water dripping from it, and there were spots from the armor all over the dash and radio. They even left a layer of dust on speedometer area. I could have done a better job myself. Never again.

Best detail shop in the US period

I really want to like and rave about this place, since it’s close to my house and been around for 40 years. The customer service via phone is hit or miss — sometimes friendly, sometimes a little gruff — but they did let me make an appointment and were there when I arrived. The problem I’ve had there (taking my car twice) is pricing. First, it’s a little high for the quality of the cleaning, but it also jumps around a bit. One quote over the phone, went up when they saw the car, and the next time I came in it was even higher. So if you don’t need a fancy place (looks-​wise) and want to support a local mom & pop, call them, but just be really clear about pricing.

Note: This is about a phone experience that causes me to not want to visit.
I just called, and the person I spoke to, after hearing the cause of my concern (spilled coffee), went into a long lecture about what COULDN’T be done, without hearing where the problem was located.
I understand being busy, but a few minutes of polite inquiry, and then being told that the problem couldn’t be addressed there would have been appropriate. However, since the spilled liquid happened on «hard parts» in the car, I’m gonna guess that I got an earful of «mansplaining» from another dude.
Too bad… I liked the positive reviews, but the phone experience was so… almost repulsive, that I will definitely steer clear of this place.

I spent $ 200 for a detail on a car that was already extremely clean. Sadly, this place put very little «detail» into the detail. The wax was left streaky and wasn’t applied on multiple patches of the car’s surface; the interior still had the same exact stains (a coffee stain on the center console which I ended up cleaning myself), as well as spots missed in both the front seats and back seats, on the leather. They never treated the leather, let alone clean it. For $ 200, you can get a top notch, professional quality detail elsewhere.

I mainly wanted to write a review because the most recent one below says this place isn’t there anymore. Because of that I called before I went and the man on the phone was friendly and helpful. Since I had him on the phone, I went ahead and made an appointment even though it was a Monday. They were able to get me in no problem, and were waiting for me when I got there. Very friendly, fast service. I just had an outside wash and inside vacuum and wipe down, not detailing. Maybe I should have gotten more of a detail job, but I didn’t have that much time. My car was very dirty inside from my toddler eating goldfish crackers in the car, and though there are still some crumbs in some tiny crevices, for the most part they did a good job. I had only vacuumed it out once or twice in a year, so I obviously have a hard time finding the time to do it myself. I was glad to let someone else handle it. I would definitely come back here, and maybe get a more detailed service.
Also wanted to note as someone else did below that the entrance is actually on Delaware, around the corner from San Pablo. Just turn east on Delaware and it’s right there on the right. They definitely need better signage.

They did a good job in removing bad stains from the mats and seats. I was expecting a little bit more of attention to detail though, given the price paid for the service. Friendly. Overall, I had a positive experience there.

Either it changed name or it doesn’t exist anymore

I don’t know who answered the phone when I called this morning but I believe a dead zebra would have been more helpful to answer my question.
I haven’t gotten my car washed here and I wanted to get it done today; however, the person who answered the phone was so repulsive that I don’t think I will ever take my car here.
If a potential client asks you whether or not you are open, just answer the question.
Do they hire anybody there?

I went here because I have a 20 year old car that really needed a deep clean, and it still needs it after going here. Exterior was good and they managed to get a massive black bike grease stain off the back seat completely and the car smelled fresh on the inside. Although, when I looked closer, there was still a pile if crumbs on the floor and I had to do a fair amount if vacuuming myself AFTER they did interior detailing. There were still stains all over the back seat (which I assumed might be permanent) so I took a wet rag and rubbed one of the spots and it came right off so I wiped a rag across the whole seat and it turned brown immediately. Their shampooing was very lazy work, the car mats were «shampooed» but not the carpet underneath, just more crumbs. The glove and console boxes were still mucky and the hard surfaces were greasy with whatever they wiped on. I wouldn’t recommend this place unless you want a half ass job done.

I and all my family have been coming here for 3+ years. Today they lost the business of 6 cars twice a year.
Typically it’s been 3 star service but at a good price. Over the phone I gave them make model and year of car was quoted $ 160-​$ 175. When I got there they asked for $ 250 saying there was paint splatter on the car and it would be hard to take off, I checked this and rubbed some off with my
finger, I left and went to car wash (not detail) shop and they had it off in 5 minutes. Also I had paid $ 175 last 2 times same car had been taken there.
This places fails, liars, thief’s, there location is ghetto, and I don’t think they have bought new tools in the 3+ years I have been coming there.

The last time I saw my car this clean was the day I bought it. THANKS ALBERTY AND FRIENDS! Never in my 20ish years living in SoCal have I gotten a car wash done this well. I mean, bird poop crusted on for over a year, tree sap, bug guts, etc… all gone in 20 minutes!
This place is a little difficult to find because it’s located in a small driveway/​garage and the sign is hard to spot. Although the place isn’t big or flashy, their excellent service speaks for itself.
Definitely make an appointment and come in early on a weekend!

Took my Porsche down for a full detailing and 2 hours later it was like getting into a brand new car! The guys are really friendly, fun & helpfull. Will definately come again.
A little side note is that they should really work on their branding + look and feel of the place as the exterior does not match the excellent service and work performed.

I am very particular about my car washes having lived in Southern California for the past 12 years. When I researched on Unilocal,Alberty’s appeared to be a good choice. I called first to find out about the price of a car wash. It was $ 25. I was extremely happy with the results. They did a great job on the rims. I have paid $ 20 for a car wash at other places but they just run it through the car wash station and the rims are always half cleaned. Alberty’s is nice because it is just a few guys who wash your car the traditional way like you would in your driveway. I have a Porsche Boxster and I would definitely go back.

I love my car but am not «into» cars… Sally Civic and I have gone back fo 3 years now and I’ve only gotten her cleaned maybe 10 times? Rain served as a good way to wash it and an occasional wipe down with a clorox wipe was as good as it got for the interior.
Until my boyfriend said to me last night, «um… doesn’t your car smell a little funky?»
??? YIKES!
So I did a little research on Unilocal and found this place.
What a deal! $ 25 for a 20 min outside cleaning and inside vacuum and cleaning. Very nice guys, helping things like my Sally Civic shine and helping people like me keep a nice mode of transportation an enjoyable experience.
Do it! They’re not opened Sundays and close early Saturdays (3pm).

Behind the liquor store there is a rolling tagged up fence gate. Inside there are a couple of guys hanging out, some buckets and a couple of parked cars. A fellow walked up right up and asked what I wanted.
On a bad day I might have been a little worried. But I had already read the other reviews so I knew what to expect from the ‘décor’.
What I had:
A very dirty car with tons of dog hair and mud in the interior.
What I asked:
Um, what can you do with this?
What I got:
Basic $ 25 wash that included the interior being wiped down, vacuum and the tires wiped with something that makes them look black and new.
Other stuff that happened:
I asked about the premo wash and wax which seemed like more than I could afford or want. This was my friends car — my friend who makes a huge effort to conserve water so that was my excuse to skip the extra wax job :)
I asked about the premo interior shampoo deal. Since my friend still has a very happy (semi spoiled) dog I figured that wasn’t worth it either.
I asked how much to wipe down the interior and clean the windows. The guy said «$ 25».
I said «And $ 25 for the wash?» He said «It’s all $ 25». I won’t go into more detail about how long it took me to figure it out that the interior cleaning was included in the basic $ 25 wash but suffice to say that the guy gave me a look that said I was maybe a little slow.
The whole thing took about 30 minutes. The car was clean and the interior was hugely improved. The guy mentioned ‘that dashboard was pretty dirty’. I knew that already. I felt cheap giving him just a $ 5 tip but that was all I had at that point.
Nice guy, funky but cool place and they busted out a fast and good job. I would have spent at least $ 20 and an hour or two if I had tried this myself at the do it yourself car wash I was heading to.

Don’t be fooled by the location.
At first I was a bit sceptic, but after the job they did on my 2010 VW I’m a fan. They gentleman there was friendly and made sure to explain exactly what I was getting with interior shampoo I had asked for. He did that, and an exterior wash w/​tire dressing for a cool $ 100.
When I returned for my car (which was finished in under an hour) the same man took me through everything they did including what stains they removed. I was thoroughly impressed.
These guys do a great job, especially for the rate they charge. I have pictures up of my Golf for you to judge for yourself.