We check the lens before we start sanding
Sun and heat beat up the outside of plastic headlight lenses. They turn yellow, hazy, and rough. That outside damage is what polishing can fix.
If the moisture is inside, the lens is cracked, the reflector is damaged, or the bulb is weak, polishing the outside won't solve it. We'll point that out before we sell you the wrong fix.
What we do
We protect the paint and trim around the light, level the damaged outer layer as needed, then refine and polish the lens until it is clear again. After that, it needs UV protection. Bare restored plastic will just start losing the same fight with the sun all over again.
It can look dramatically better, but it isn't permanent. The lens is still plastic, and Modesto-area heat and sun are still out there.
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Questions we hear about Headlight Polishing
Can you fix water inside the headlight?
No. That's an internal seal or housing problem. This service is for the damaged outer face of the lens.
Will it stay clear forever?
No. Protection helps, but the plastic will keep aging. We won't call it permanent.
Will my lights be brighter at night?
A clearer outer lens can help light get through, but bulbs, aim, reflectors, wiring, and internal damage also affect output. We don't guarantee a specific visibility change.