Before the project is quoted
Send current photos of every side, along with the vehicle year, make and model. Include close-ups of existing graphics, damaged paint, rust, dents, accessories and specialty bodies. A wrap is not a repair for damaged or failing surfaces.
Before installation
Confirm the agreed artwork, printable panels, graphic removal, vehicle access and handover arrangements with the team. Ask how the vehicle should be cleaned and whether any existing coatings or surface treatments need assessment. Do not assume that a wrap can be applied over any paint or coating.
At vehicle handover
Ask which film and laminate were used and request the care instructions that apply to that product. Confirm any initial cleaning restrictions, recommended cleaning method and what to do if an edge or seam needs attention. Follow the supplied instructions rather than a generic lifespan or warranty claim.
Keep the graphics readable
Check the vehicle regularly for dirt, contamination, damaged areas or lifting edges. Keep business names and contact details clean and unobstructed. Ask the installer before using aggressive chemicals, abrasive tools or high-pressure cleaning close to edges and seams.
When a vehicle changes hands or branding changes
Arrange an assessment before removing old graphics or placing new artwork over them. Film condition, adhesive and the surface underneath affect the scope. For a mixed fleet, keep the vehicle list and approved brand files together so new vehicles can be planned consistently.
Boat graphics need a separate care plan
Discuss the hull finish, operating conditions, access and selected film with the team. Decorative graphics do not replace hull repairs or antifouling coatings. Use the boat-specific quote form for vessel graphics and lettering.