Rust Check

The ONLY Choice for Proven, Long-Lasting Rust Protection

Protect your vehicle from the inside out with the same Rust Check products trusted since 1973 – applied by Barrie’s most experienced technicians.
Book online or call today to give rust nowhere to hide.

Why Choose Rust Check at DDF Automotive?

  • 26 + years protecting Barrie & Simcoe County vehicles
  • Certified Rust Check applicators – no corner-cutting, ever
  • Two-tiered packages so you only pay for the coverage you need
  • Optional drill / no-drill service – your preference, same great protection
  • Transparent, up-front pricing for every vehicle size

PRODUCTS WE USE

Your Car’s Invisible Armor Since 1973

A light, free-flowing spray that creeps into seams, folds and welds to push out moisture and bond a microscopic shield of corrosion-fighting additives.

Thicker, Drip-Free Protection for Your Underbody

A self-healing gel that clings to frames, wheel wells and axles without the mess of runny oils.

  • Drip-free formula (occasional drips on very hot days)
  • Resists cracking and drying
  • Builds protection with every annual application

Heavy-Duty, No-Mess Barrier for Trucks & SUVs

Our premium black undercoating sticks fast, looks sharp and stands up to salt, gravel and tough Canadian winters.

TREATED ANNUALLY AND GUARANTEED FOREVER
Not all rust protection is created equal. Your new vehicle starts off looking beautiful, but moisture, high humidity, road salt and other pollutants start deteriorating it from day one. As vehicles age, it’s critical to maintain them so the body lasts as long as your engine.

At DDF Automotive in Barrie, we offer a variety of rust proofing solutions to suit your lifestyle and car/truck.

We offer Rust Check Barrie, which is an annual oil-based application for vehicles of all ages and also Diamond Kote Barrie which is a permanent-style rust proofing for new vehicles (2 years or less) only.

Call us today to have your questions answered or get an obligation-free quote.

Packages

Essential Rust Protection Package
Vehicle Type Price (+ HST)
Cars / Small Hatchbacks / Small SUVs $149.97
Medium SUVs / Minivans $159.97
Full-Size SUVs / 1500-Series Trucks $169.97
2500 / 3500 HD Trucks $189.97
Signature Rust Protection Package
Vehicle Type Price (+ HST)
Cars / Small Hatchbacks $179.97
Medium SUVs / Minivans $189.97
Full-Size SUVs / 1500-Series Trucks $199.97
2500 / 3500 HD Trucks $239.97
Non-Drip Underside-Only Treatment
Service Starting Price (+ HST)
Full-Coverage Underbody Spray (Amber) $89.97
Upgrade to Black Coat & Protect $50.00

Add-Ons & Extras

Service Price
Vehicle Inspection FREE
Dripless Upgrade (Amber) FREE – included by default
No-Hole Treatment FREE
Light Snow Wash FREE
Black Coat & Protect Upgrade $50
Mid-Year Essential Touch-Up $45
Underside Solvent Wash (pre-treatment) $30

Drill or No Drill – It’s Your Call

During booking you’ll choose:

  • Rust Check – No Drill Service
  • Rust Check – Access Hole Drill Service

Drilling allows maximum product access to sealed cavities; holes are silicone-sealed with reusable plugs. Prefer no holes? Our techs are experts at achieving near-full coverage without drilling — it simply takes a little longer.

How the Rust Check Process Works

  1. Underside Prep – optional solvent wash removes grime for perfect adhesion
  2. First Pass – Fluid Film – creeps, displaces water & bonds anti-corrosion shield
  3. Second Pass – Amber or Black Coat & Protect – thick gel layer seals out salt & moisture
  4. Quality Check & Wipe-Down – we clean overspray, plug holes (if drilled) and invite you to inspect our work
  5. Annual Reminder – we’ll email or text when it’s time for next year’s treatment

✱ While we call it “dripless,” a few drips can occur on hot days – far less than traditional oil sprays.

“Spray it like you own it.”

– Doug Forth, Owner, DDF Automotive

Underside Only Treatment

Starting at $79.97

A great option for show cars, winter-stored vehicles or trailers. We spray your vehicle underside thoroughly in Coat and Protect Amber or you can upgrade to Black Coat and Protect to get a clean look on your underside for an additional $50.

Signature Full Vehicle Treatment

Starting at $129.97

Our signature spray.  We use up to one third more product and give more attention to detail with our over 26 years of experience than anywhere else with a focus on first-to-rust areas, and guarantee you’ll love the finished product.

Gold Rust Check Package

$199.97 for any vehicle

Double the protection to hard-to-reach places for your peace of mind and the best protection.  Includes Coat and Protect clear on the underside and a free mid-year respray.

Platinum Rust Check Package

$249.97 for any vehicle

The ultimate protection for your investment!  Ideal for trucks and working vehicles or high-use vehicles of all sizes, this package includes Coat and Protect Black to deeply penetrate high-risk spots while cleaning up the look of the underside.  Includes a free mid-year respray.

Additional Services

Vehicle Inspection

Buying a new-to-you vehicle and want a second opinion on the body?  Bring it to us to check out for you, not a safety inspection but we can advise you on the condition and give you an idea of what’s going on.

Vehicle Body Wash

We can hand wash your vehicle to remove oil on the exterior of the vehicle. Another 30 minutes on the appointment time will be required. 

Mid Year Touchups

Please note, some packages include touchups free of charge, applies 5-8 months following regular application.

No Drill Option

Prefer to not have your vehicle drilled?  Our expertly trained staff can accommodate this for you, it takes us longer but we can give the same coverage you expect without any access holes required.  Please allow up to 30 minutes extra per treatment.

Discounts

Military Discount

Get $15 off on any package

Group Discount

Bring your friends or family and everyone wins.  We offer $10 off per vehicle when appointments for the same group are booked within the same week.

Rust Protection Process

01.

Rust Inhibitor

There are hidden crevices and folds in the metal of your vehicle that moisture loves to collect in and from there, rust starts to develop. Rust Check Rust Inhibitor is a light oil-based liquid that we spray into all of the body panels using existing or drilled holes. It’s designed to “creep” throughout the panels and soak into the metal, preventing rust effectively from the inside, out.

02.

Coat & Protect

Coat & Protect is a self-healing, non-drying undercarriage treatment. It’s thick like Vaseline so you get an instant layer of protection from your very first treatment. Say no to that thin, drippy stuff. No more “building it up” over the years. It improves the look of the undercarriage not to mention lubricates as it protects.

Car Doctor

Our Philosophy: "Spray it like you own it." For over 22 years now we've been oiling cars and trucks with this philosophy and it's why our customers keep coming back year after year.

Come and experience the DDF difference.

- Doug Forth

Owner of DDF Automotive

A gem of a place to find all the accessories & rust protection you need for your truck or car. The staff really know their stuff and the service is excellent.
Tom McMenemy
Review on Google
Quick and reliable, they do good work for reasonable prices. I've been going here for rust checks since I bought my car. Also got my remote start installed here. The staff are always very nice too.
Katherine S
Google Review
I have an older car in excellent condition, It has never been winter driven, so I wanted to protect it from the typical Barrie winter. DDF accommodated me very well. They did a Rust Check protection treatment and provided me with Weather tech floor liners. My Car is ready!!
Darrell Williamson
Google Review

***Please note, some prices may vary depending on the size of the vehicle, all prices shown do not include 13% HST.

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