Yes — but heavy smoke takes more than one pass. We remove smoke odor in three stages: a deep interior detail to extract nicotine residue from the headliner, carpets, and upholstery; an enzymatic odor neutralizer that breaks down the molecules embedded in soft surfaces; and an ozone treatment that oxidizes residual airborne odor in the cabin and ductwork.
For light-to-moderate smoke (a previous owner who smoked occasionally, or a few cigarettes worth) one full odor-removal session is usually enough. Heavy long-term smoke (10+ years of indoor smoking in the car) often needs a second pass, and the headliner sometimes has to be replaced because the foam absorbs nicotine like a sponge — we will assess and tell you up front whether a second session or headliner replacement is the realistic path.
Air freshener masking lasts a few days; this approach lasts for the life of the car. Pair with a Platinum or Gold detail to address the smoke residue you can also see on the windshield interior and dashboard.
