Professional Trading
Card Care
Professional Trading Card Care
Expert cleaning, inspection, card conditioning, dent & wave reduction, and grading preparation for Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana, and more.
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TRUSTED BY 500+ COLLECTORS
Competitors do not clearly explain what tools, chemicals, or techniques they use on customer cards
Competitors do not clearly explain what tools, chemicals, or techniques they use on customer cards
Same process to every card without considering age, coating, material, or condition
Same process to every card without considering age, coating, material, or condition
Give your cards the
care they deserve.
Returned without intake photos, treatment notes, or a clear record of what was performed
Returned without intake photos, treatment notes, or a clear record of what was performed
Treatment decisions without clear approval
Treatment decisions without clear approval
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OUR SERVICES
Our Card Cleaning Services
Our conservation and restoration approach steers clear of alteration and aims to improve your cards cleanliness and grading potential.
Clean & Inspect
Professional surface cleaning and condition screening for cards that appear structurally sound. Best for cards that primarily need cleaning and inspection before you decide whether to submit them for grading.
Clean & Inspect
Professional surface cleaning and condition screening for cards that appear structurally sound. Best for cards that primarily need cleaning and inspection before you decide whether to submit them for grading.
Clean & Press
Includes everything in Clean & Inspect, plus controlled conditioning and precise pressing technology for minor physical distortion. Best for cards with light curling, minor bends, gentle waviness, raised edges, or other correctable presentation issues.
Clean & Press
Includes everything in Clean & Inspect, plus controlled conditioning and precise pressing technology for minor physical distortion. Best for cards with light curling, minor bends, gentle waviness, raised edges, or other correctable presentation issues.
Clean, Press & Dent Reduction
Includes everything in Clean & Press, plus focused hand treatment for localized dents and persistent surface defects. Best for cards with isolated dents, pressure marks, stubborn bends, or defects requiring more focused treatment.
Slab Removal & High Value Handling
Enjoy our addon services such as the careful removal of a graded card slab before servicing.
Detailed Condition and Centering Report
A written and photographic record of the card’s visible condition and the services performed. Or get a measured review of the card’s front and back centering.
Ready to increase your cards value?
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OUR APPROACH
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Choose Your Service
Select a treatment tier, describe any known condition concerns, and add optional documentation, high-value handling, or express service.
Ship Your Cards
Send in to us your cards with your preferred carrier, then package and ship your cards according to our secure shipping guidelines.
Inspection and Treatment
Each card is checked in, documented, and inspected before treatment. Any recommended service changes require your approval before additional work begins.
Quality Check and Return
After treatment, each card receives a final inspection, is placed in new protective materials, and is securely returned to you with tracking.
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Discover
We start by digging deep, understanding your goals, audience, and challenges. This is where insights surface and opportunities take shape.
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Choose Your Service
Select a treatment tier, describe any known condition concerns, and add optional documentation, high-value handling, or express service.
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Plan
Next we map out a clear strategy, aligning AI solutions with your vision. Every step is designed to solve real problems and unlock growth.
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Ship Your Cards
Send in to us your cards with your preferred carrier, then package and ship your cards according to our secure shipping guidelines.
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Build
Then we bring ideas to life, developing custom AI agents and automations. Each solution is crafted to fit seamlessly into your workflow.
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Inspection and Treatment
Each card is checked in, documented, and inspected before treatment. Any recommended service changes require your approval before additional work begins.
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Scale
Finally we refine and expand, tracking results, improving performance, and scaling your AI systems as your business grows.
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Quality Check and Return
After treatment, each card receives a final inspection, is placed in new protective materials, and is securely returned to you with tracking.
Ready to increase your cards value?
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REPAIR TECHNIQUES
Tools and Methods we use
Tools and Methods
we use
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Microscopy
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Surface Cleaning
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Humidity Conditioning
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Archival Pressing
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Dent Reduction
The difference is clear
The difference is clear
Every Card Is Individually Inspected
Treatment Requires Your Approval
Transparent, Conservation-Focused Methods
No Deceptive Alterations
Professional Documentation Options
Enhanced Protection for High-Value Cards
You Retain Control of Your Cards
Other Providers
One-size-fits-all process without thorough evaluation
Unapproved treatments, unexpected fees and little explanation
Little to no info about their methods or risks
Undisclosed alteration methods
No written condition notes or photos
High-value cards treated the same
Unwanted bundle pricing
Every Card Is Individually Inspected
Treatment Requires Your Approval
Transparent, Conservation-Focused Methods
No Deceptive Alterations
Professional Documentation Options
Enhanced Protection for High-Value Cards
You Retain Control of Your Cards
Other Providers
One-size-fits-all process without thorough evaluation
Unapproved treatments, unexpected fees and little explanation
Little to no info about their methods or risks
Undisclosed alteration methods
No written condition notes or photos
High-value cards treated the same
Unwanted bundle pricing
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PRICING
Our Pricing
Clean & Inspect
Perfect for cards that need cleaning and inspection before grading
$
$
799
/card
Dust and loose debris removal
Fingerprint and surface-oil reduction
Magnified surface, edge, and corner inspection
Intake documentation of condition status
Visual centering assessment
Identification of visible defects
General grading-readiness assessment
New penny sleeve and semi-rigid card holder
Clean & Press
Perfect for for cards with light curling, minor bends, gentle waviness, raised edges, or other correctable presentation issues
$
$
1999
/card
Everything in Clean & Inspect
Controlled humidity conditioning when appropriate
Controlled pressing
Minor curl and bend correction
Light Hand tooling as needed
Surface-waviness reduction
Raised-edge correction
Post-treatment inspection
Clean, Press & Dent Reduction
Perfect for cards with isolated dents, pressure marks, stubborn bends, or defects requiring more focused treatment
$
$
799
/card
Everything in Clean & Press
Multi-stage archival pressing
Targeted hand tooling
Minor dent and indentation reduction
Localized surface correction
Edge and corner treatment when safely appropriate
Extended resting and inspection
Before-and-after visual review
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BULK DISCOUNTS
Bulk Discounts
Bulk discounts apply when the qualifying number of cards is submitted in one order.
25–49 cards: 10% off
50–99 cards: 15% off
100 cards or more: 20% off
Bulk discounts apply to the three standard service tiers.
Add-ons, shipping, insurance, expedited processing, and special handling charges are not discounted.
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ADDONS
Optional Add-On Services
Add-ons may be combined with any qualifying service. Add-on fees are charged per card and are not eligible for bulk discounts.
Slab Removal: +$10 per card
Careful removal of a previously graded card from its plastic holder before cleaning, pressing, or inspection.
Includes
Controlled opening of the graded holder
Careful card extraction
Removal of loose plastic debris
Immediate protective sleeving
Post-removal inspection
Return of the original grading label upon request
Slab removal carries an inherent risk of damage. Customer authorization is required before the holder is opened.
Centering Report: +$5 per card
A measured review of the card’s front and back centering.
Includes
Front centering measurements
Back centering measurements
Estimated left-to-right ratios
Estimated top-to-bottom ratios
General comparison with commonly published grading tolerances
Centering measurements are estimates and may differ from the methods, equipment, or tolerances used by a grading company.
Express Service: +$15 per order
Moves a qualifying card into our Priority processing queue.
Express Service:
Provides priority intake and processing
Reduces the standard turnaround time
Does not change the treatment performed
Is subject to current production capacity
May not be available for complex treatments or large bulk orders
Express turnaround begins after the card is received, documented, and checked in.
High-Value Card Handling: +$100 per card
Required for cards with an estimated market value of $1,000 or more, as well as cards requiring enhanced security, documentation, insurance, or handling procedures.
Includes
Individual intake photography
Detailed pre-treatment documentation
Customized treatment review
Customer approval before treatment
Isolated and secured storage
Enhanced chain-of-custody procedures
Controlled handling throughout the service process
Complete before-and-after photography
Written treatment summary
Enhanced return-shipping and insurance coordination
The Detailed Condition Report is included with High-Value Card Handling at no additional charge.
High-Value Card Handling does not include Express Service. Faster processing must be purchased separately and remains subject to availability.
Exceptionally valuable, fragile, rare, or historically significant cards may require an individual quote, additional insurance, or a custom service agreement. The Card Conservatory may decline work when treatment presents an unreasonable risk.
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PRICING
Our Pricing
Clean & Inspect
Perfect for cards that need cleaning and inspection before grading
$
$
799
/card
Dust and loose debris removal
Fingerprint and surface-oil reduction
Magnified surface, edge, and corner inspection
Intake documentation of condition status
Visual centering assessment
Identification of visible defects
General grading-readiness assessment
New penny sleeve and semi-rigid card holder
Clean & Press
Perfect for for cards with light curling, minor bends, gentle waviness, raised edges, or other correctable presentation issues
$
$
1999
/card
Everything in Clean & Inspect
Controlled humidity conditioning when appropriate
Controlled pressing
Minor curl and bend correction
Light Hand tooling as needed
Surface-waviness reduction
Raised-edge correction
Post-treatment inspection
Clean, Press & Dent Reduction
Perfect for cards with isolated dents, pressure marks, stubborn bends, or defects requiring more focused treatment
$
$
799
/card
Everything in Clean & Press
Multi-stage archival pressing
Targeted hand tooling
Minor dent and indentation reduction
Localized surface correction
Edge and corner treatment when safely appropriate
Extended resting and inspection
Before-and-after visual review
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BULK DISCOUNTS
Bulk Discounts
Bulk discounts apply when the qualifying number of cards is submitted in one order.
25–49 cards: 10% off
50–99 cards: 15% off
100 cards or more: 20% off
Bulk discounts apply to the three standard service tiers.
Add-ons, shipping, insurance, expedited processing, and special handling charges are not discounted.
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ADDONS
Optional Add-On Services
Add-ons may be combined with any qualifying service. Add-on fees are charged per card and are not eligible for bulk discounts.
Slab Removal: +$10 per card
Careful removal of a previously graded card from its plastic holder before cleaning, pressing, or inspection.
Includes
Controlled opening of the graded holder
Careful card extraction
Removal of loose plastic debris
Immediate protective sleeving
Post-removal inspection
Return of the original grading label upon request
Slab removal carries an inherent risk of damage. Customer authorization is required before the holder is opened.
Centering Report: +$5 per card
A measured review of the card’s front and back centering.
Includes
Front centering measurements
Back centering measurements
Estimated left-to-right ratios
Estimated top-to-bottom ratios
General comparison with commonly published grading tolerances
Centering measurements are estimates and may differ from the methods, equipment, or tolerances used by a grading company.
Express Service: +$15 per order
Moves a qualifying card into our Priority processing queue.
Express Service:
Provides priority intake and processing
Reduces the standard turnaround time
Does not change the treatment performed
Is subject to current production capacity
May not be available for complex treatments or large bulk orders
Express turnaround begins after the card is received, documented, and checked in.
High-Value Card Handling: +$100 per card
Required for cards with an estimated market value of $1,000 or more, as well as cards requiring enhanced security, documentation, insurance, or handling procedures.
Includes
Individual intake photography
Detailed pre-treatment documentation
Customized treatment review
Customer approval before treatment
Isolated and secured storage
Enhanced chain-of-custody procedures
Controlled handling throughout the service process
Complete before-and-after photography
Written treatment summary
Enhanced return-shipping and insurance coordination
The Detailed Condition Report is included with High-Value Card Handling at no additional charge.
High-Value Card Handling does not include Express Service. Faster processing must be purchased separately and remains subject to availability.
Exceptionally valuable, fragile, rare, or historically significant cards may require an individual quote, additional insurance, or a custom service agreement. The Card Conservatory may decline work when treatment presents an unreasonable risk.
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PRICING
Our Pricing
Clean & Inspect
Perfect for cards that need cleaning and inspection before grading
$
$
799
/card
Dust and loose debris removal
Fingerprint and surface-oil reduction
Magnified surface, edge, and corner inspection
Intake documentation of condition status
Visual centering assessment
Identification of visible defects
General grading-readiness assessment
New penny sleeve and semi-rigid card holder
Clean & Press
Perfect for for cards with light curling, minor bends, gentle waviness, raised edges, or other correctable presentation issues
$
$
1999
/card
Everything in Clean & Inspect
Controlled humidity conditioning when appropriate
Controlled pressing
Minor curl and bend correction
Light Hand tooling as needed
Surface-waviness reduction
Raised-edge correction
Post-treatment inspection
Clean, Press & Dent Reduction
Perfect for cards with isolated dents, pressure marks, stubborn bends, or defects requiring more focused treatment
$
$
799
/card
Everything in Clean & Press
Multi-stage archival pressing
Targeted hand tooling
Minor dent and indentation reduction
Localized surface correction
Edge and corner treatment when safely appropriate
Extended resting and inspection
Before-and-after visual review
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BULK DISCOUNTS
Bulk Discounts
Bulk discounts apply when the qualifying number of cards is submitted in one order.
25–49 cards: 10% off
50–99 cards: 15% off
100 cards or more: 20% off
Bulk discounts apply to the three standard service tiers.
Add-ons, shipping, insurance, expedited processing, and special handling charges are not discounted.
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ADDONS
Optional Add-On Services
Add-ons may be combined with any qualifying service. Add-on fees are charged per card and are not eligible for bulk discounts.
Slab Removal: +$10 per card
Careful removal of a previously graded card from its plastic holder before cleaning, pressing, or inspection.
Includes
Controlled opening of the graded holder
Careful card extraction
Removal of loose plastic debris
Immediate protective sleeving
Post-removal inspection
Return of the original grading label upon request
Slab removal carries an inherent risk of damage. Customer authorization is required before the holder is opened.
Centering Report: +$5 per card
A measured review of the card’s front and back centering.
Includes
Front centering measurements
Back centering measurements
Estimated left-to-right ratios
Estimated top-to-bottom ratios
General comparison with commonly published grading tolerances
Centering measurements are estimates and may differ from the methods, equipment, or tolerances used by a grading company.
Express Service: +$15 per order
Moves a qualifying card into our Priority processing queue.
Express Service:
Provides priority intake and processing
Reduces the standard turnaround time
Does not change the treatment performed
Is subject to current production capacity
May not be available for complex treatments or large bulk orders
Express turnaround begins after the card is received, documented, and checked in.
High-Value Card Handling: +$100 per card
Required for cards with an estimated market value of $1,000 or more, as well as cards requiring enhanced security, documentation, insurance, or handling procedures.
Includes
Individual intake photography
Detailed pre-treatment documentation
Customized treatment review
Customer approval before treatment
Isolated and secured storage
Enhanced chain-of-custody procedures
Controlled handling throughout the service process
Complete before-and-after photography
Written treatment summary
Enhanced return-shipping and insurance coordination
The Detailed Condition Report is included with High-Value Card Handling at no additional charge.
High-Value Card Handling does not include Express Service. Faster processing must be purchased separately and remains subject to availability.
Exceptionally valuable, fragile, rare, or historically significant cards may require an individual quote, additional insurance, or a custom service agreement. The Card Conservatory may decline work when treatment presents an unreasonable risk.
Ready to increase your cards value?
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you guarantee that my card will receive a higher grade?
No. Cleaning, pressing, or dent reduction may improve a card’s presentation, but grading results and increases in market value cannot be guaranteed.
What types of damage can you repair?
We can address qualifying surface debris, fingerprints, oils, minor curls, light bends, waviness, raised edges, dents, and pressure marks. Some defects are permanent and may remain visible after treatment.
Do you alter or modify cards?
No. We do not trim, recolor, fill, reprint, replace missing material, artificially reshape corners, or conceal damage. Our services are focused on transparent cleaning, conservation, and presentation improvement.
How do I send my cards to you?
Choose your service online, package your cards according to our shipping instructions, and send them with your preferred tracked and insured shipping method.
Do you submit cards to grading companies?
No. After service, your cards are securely returned directly to you. You retain complete control over the grading company, submission timing, declared value, insurance, and shipping.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you guarantee that my card will receive a higher grade?
No. Cleaning, pressing, or dent reduction may improve a card’s presentation, but grading results and increases in market value cannot be guaranteed.
What types of damage can you repair?
We can address qualifying surface debris, fingerprints, oils, minor curls, light bends, waviness, raised edges, dents, and pressure marks. Some defects are permanent and may remain visible after treatment.
Do you alter or modify cards?
No. We do not trim, recolor, fill, reprint, replace missing material, artificially reshape corners, or conceal damage. Our services are focused on transparent cleaning, conservation, and presentation improvement.
How do I send my cards to you?
Choose your service online, package your cards according to our shipping instructions, and send them with your preferred tracked and insured shipping method.
Do you submit cards to grading companies?
No. After service, your cards are securely returned directly to you. You retain complete control over the grading company, submission timing, declared value, insurance, and shipping.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you guarantee that my card will receive a higher grade?
No. Cleaning, pressing, or dent reduction may improve a card’s presentation, but grading results and increases in market value cannot be guaranteed.
What types of damage can you repair?
We can address qualifying surface debris, fingerprints, oils, minor curls, light bends, waviness, raised edges, dents, and pressure marks. Some defects are permanent and may remain visible after treatment.
Do you alter or modify cards?
No. We do not trim, recolor, fill, reprint, replace missing material, artificially reshape corners, or conceal damage. Our services are focused on transparent cleaning, conservation, and presentation improvement.
How do I send my cards to you?
Choose your service online, package your cards according to our shipping instructions, and send them with your preferred tracked and insured shipping method.
Do you submit cards to grading companies?
No. After service, your cards are securely returned directly to you. You retain complete control over the grading company, submission timing, declared value, insurance, and shipping.