These guys were AMAZING! I paid someone $575 to detail/prep my vehicle before trading it in about…read morea week before taking it to Suds and Shine. For a fraction of that cost, they did a FAR superior job! It was quick as well! The lounge was comfortable and clean. Thank you so much!

- good, deep clean - roughly $50…read more- i loved the comfortable waiting area of treats and coffee and water - ~20-30 minute wait

Having been in Albany (well, yesterday) for some hopeful Uber and Lyft rides with my car, after…read morecoming back to my east side of the Hudson River, I came upon this Hoffman Car Wash. I remember screaming "Ooh, that looks neat" with all the wires and hoses all hung neatly. It was daytime and I had had my Hoffman Car Wash multi-use card on me, and felt like trying it out. I saw several manual bays as well as what looked to be like several non-touch non-ride through bays that would have a car cleaned well. However, my time here turned more ugly as I got through the payment-initiation line and proceeded around what I thought was going to be into a second line (I was in the right hand lane). However, as I came around the bend, I noticed the employees at the service bay motioning me from the other lane into their bay terminal helping me get into line with the ground-level lane-holder. Yes, they began spraying my car for the undercarriage wash, but after trying to adjust to suit their styling, I got confused on what gear to select on my CVT (09 Sentra). But I surely didn't see a sign. Much later I had remembered that these types of washes tend to run in Neutral but I kept switching into the wrong gear. Somehow, those employees at the podium knew exactly what gear I was in but I hadn't remembered how these worked. They screamed at me when I kept switching, and even when they could tell that my foot was on the brake pedal (give me some slack peeps because I need a second to focus on what needs to be complete for the wash to work). After a brief wash that seemed not to be too touch-free (with rather painful brushes from the sides and top), but those other brushes just as you entered the wash were less painful and I didn't mind. I didn't really like that the undercarriage wasn't done real well (or as well as my local Hoffman does), but I'll take what I got. I'm amazed at the quality of the wash, much later. After heading into a McDonalds a little closer to my home location in Hudson, I came out and really felt like I couldn't spot my car. It seemed like my car was newer than it really was, thanks tot he spotlessness of the wash, but you could tell that the back wasn't washed too well. I could see streaky-stains coming out from the trunk door and running down the body near the license plate - something I don't like seeing. My local Hoffman Car Wash - which doesn't have this style wash - can get my car washed well, without the pain and agony brushes and without causing streakiness near the trunk. When's the next time that you can say the same here? Also, can you please put a sign prior to entry on entry rules. Also, please get rid of the extra lane markings (traffic cones around back) if everyone is going to be filtered into the machine lanes. Obviously a little more care and vigilance to watch for those who were waiting for non-machine done lanes would be necessary. They were vary confusing to say the least. I liked that this place was upkept, and there wasn't much problems in lines. It could have been better done had there not been a pickup truck in back of me today - something that felt too close for comfort in positioning once my back was able to show me what happened from the car in back of me when I entered car drier. I just wish I could have had more chance to check this place out at night - something that would have looked gorgeous I hoped. Before I leave, please also make sure that readers know not to turn onto the street just to this place's south. There doesn't seem to be an entrance there and with multiple lanes coming from both directions - safety felt vital into turning into the correct entry. I'm sorry if nothing can be done about this, but heads up readers!

Hoffman's hosted another nonperishable food drive at its car washes over the weekend. With the…read moregovernment shutdown and the threat of the SNAP ( food stamps) program coming to a halt for November, the need for food donations has taken on a greater sense of urgency. Hoffman's has annual food drives but I've never paid much attention before. This time, I showed up. I brought canned goods and got a car wash in return for free. It's a nice event. A win-win for all involved.

Astonishing is the only word I can come up with. My beloved 2016 Subaru Legacy had seen better…read moredays. She had 100,000 miles on her and I felt she deserved some spiffing up. I booked Next Level to do her interior and exterior, and when I got there to pick her up I was in shock. When I say she looked like she just came out of the showroom, I mean it. Every word. I have pale fabric upholstery that was badly stained and spotted. She is now pristine. She shines like a diamond. And it's clear that the entire staff loves what they do. The cost is reasonable for the effort they put in. When they told me she would be done by five, she absolutely was. They didn't try to upsell me on anything. If I could find more superlatives, I would use them. All I can tell you is this: if you love your car, take it to Next Level. They do indeed go above and beyond.

Exterior detail executed with excellent attention to detail with fast , professional and above…read moreaverage friendliness. Definitely recommend to any and all.

very thorough job, great removal of stains and leather care. Restored a lot of carpets and vacuumed…read moreremaining broken glass that prior detailers failed to catch in back

Ryan was fantastic. I reached out early in the morning on Memorial Day weekend after an unfortunate…read moreincident in my van, and he responded quickly and was able to come out the very next morning at 9am. Being mobile was a huge plus because I didn't have to drive around with the mess any longer than necessary. He showed up early, was incredibly thorough (even getting into all the little nooks and crannies), and was genuinely kind and professional throughout the whole process. He also talked to me about setting up bi-weekly cleanings, which I'm definitely considering. Highly recommend!

Tim at Essential Detailing is amazing! He quickly scheduled my color correction, offered a great…read moreprice, and made my 2016 Malibu shine like new. Highly recommend!

Was looking for auto detailing, stumbled on essentials, and am so happy! My car looks better than…read morenew. Tim is professional, personable, and prompt. Will definitely use again, and even family members are making appointments.

Gets car cleaned. No veteran discounts. Never really a line. Some value with monthly subscription…read moreif you get car cleaned multiple times a month.

I'm extremely frustrated with my experience and would strongly caution others before signing up for…read morea membership here. First, it is essentially impossible to reach anyone for help. The customer relations phone number listed does not work, and there is no reliable way to speak with a real person. When I attempted to cancel my membership, the website required both a phone number and membership number to process the request -- yet neither of those actually works in their system. This makes canceling effectively impossible. On top of that, the wash has been closed multiple times throughout the winter. Despite paying for a membership, I often could not even use the service because the facility was not open. Between the lack of customer support, a broken cancellation system, and frequent closures, this has been an extremely disappointing experience. A business that offers recurring memberships should at minimum provide a functional way to contact support and cancel service.

Darryl did an awesome job detailing my SUV. It looks brand new. I am absolutely going to him again.read more

Great job with exterior detailing! I called on a Saturday morning and they were able to squeeze me…read morein within 15 minutes. Friendly and professional, we definitely will be going back.

DO NOT GO HERE! Their conveyor belt is broken and they are not telling their customers. And their…read morestaff is unprofessional. I went this week and I was going to ask when I would be clear to go on the belt, and the second I roll my window down, one of their staff members begin flirting with me and insisting on getting my number, he went to the extend to stop cleaning my car to grab his phone and insist. He then told me to go, and led me the wrong way and my TIRE POPPED. I have yet to hear from the owner on being compensated for repair and roadside costs. The cheaper car wash price is not worth getting your car damaged.

Had my first car wash at Golden Arrow. The gentleman I worked with were outstanding and took their…read moretime and I am very happy with the service they provided this morning. Sunday mornings are a great time to stop in no lines!

Huge kudos to the team @ Hoffmans on Hoosick St, (as also an enrolled monthly member for washes…read moreonly) SUPER helpful, offering to assist with anything needed when cleaning my car! So much appreciate!

Went thru the automated wash on Friday. Drove to Walmart and noticed when I came out that the…read moretruck did not get clean. When I went back to the car wash they wanted me to pay for another wash, saying they didn't know where I went when I left. Tried to show them my receipt from Walmart. They finally let me go back thru, but said they will not do it in the future.