Serving Lake Oswego & Clackamas County
Lake Oswego's tree-lined streets are beautiful, but that canopy is hard on cars: sap, needles, moss and months of rain, on top of commuter grime from I-5, Kruse Way and Highway 43. Clean Carma brings a complete detailing setup to your driveway or office anywhere in Lake Oswego, so your car gets expert care without you ever leaving home.
Gavin Lickey founded Clean Carma in 2018 and has put more than 10,000 hours into learning how different paints, leathers and finishes react to different products. For Lake Oswego owners with dark paint, soft leather or a car they plan to keep for years, that patience is the difference between a car that's just clean and one that's properly cared for.
Built for Life Under the Trees
Heavy tree cover, damp air near the lake and daily commutes create a specific set of problems. Here's what we see most on Lake Oswego cars, and how we handle each one.
Lake Oswego life means afternoons at George Rogers Park, walks at Tryon Creek and dogs riding along. Sand, wet towels and pet hair work deep into carpet and seat seams, and damp cargo areas start to smell by midweek.
How we fix it: pet hair removal, hot-water extraction, a cargo area deep clean and odor treatment.
Forest Highlands, Palisades and Mountain Park sit under a thick canopy of firs and maples. Sap spots etch into clear coat if left too long, and wet leaves and needles clog cowls, sunroof drains and window seals, where moss gets a foothold.
How we fix it: gentle sap removal, clay bar decontamination and a careful clean-out of cowls, jambs and seals.
The daily drive along Kruse Way, Highway 43 and I-5 leaves a fine layer of brake dust and road tar. On light paint it looks gray; on dark paint it dulls the gloss and makes swirl marks stand out even more.
How we fix it: foam pre-wash, iron and tar removal, wheel barrel cleaning and spotless glass.
Automatic car washes and quick hand washes leave swirl marks and fine scratches that show up in direct sun, especially on dark and high-end paint. Over time the finish loses its depth and gloss.
How we fix it: 2 step paint correction to remove swirls, then ceramic coating to protect the finish.
Where We Detail
We detail in every part of town, from the shops on A Avenue and the homes of First Addition to Lake Grove, Westlake and the hills around Mountain Park. Live in West Linn, Dunthorpe or just across the city line? Ask us and we'll confirm.
ZIP codes on our route
Where we can set up
Driveways and garages around the lake, up in the hills or in town.
Office lots along Kruse Way and Meadows Road, while you're in meetings.
Shared parking, when your HOA or property allows it.
Trusted in Lake Oswego
Paint correction and ceramic coating on a car you care about is not a job for guesswork. Here is what qualifies Clean Carma to do it right in Lake Oswego.
Experience
With more than 10,000 hours of hands-on work since 2018, Gavin knows how soft paint, delicate leather and premium finishes react before he touches them.
Expertise
A ceramic coating is only as good as the prep, so Gavin always corrects the paint before applying a coating. That way the gloss you lock in is worth keeping.
Authority
Every review on our Google profile comes from a real customer, and our perfect rating reflects the standard Lake Oswego owners expect.
Trust
Clean Carma is licensed and insured, uses only paint-safe professional products, and stands behind every job with a satisfaction guarantee.
Gavin Lickey, Founder & Lead DetailerClean Carma · Detailing since 2018 · Licensed & insured · 2865 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
(971) 295-2610Reviews
These reviews come from Clean Carma customers around Portland. Lake Oswego owners can expect the same care, communication and finished result.
Lake Oswego FAQs
Want to talk through paint correction or ceramic coating first? Call or text and Gavin will walk you through the options.
Call (971) 295-2610Choose a package or ask about paint correction and coatings. Gavin will confirm your price, schedule a time and bring the full detailing setup to your door.
