Mobile Auto Detailing

Mobile auto detailing provides professional car cleaning and detailing at customer locations - homes, offices, parking lots.

Services range from basic exterior wash ($30-60) to full interior/exterior detail ($150-400+) to paint correction and ceramic coating ($500-2,000+).

You invest in equipment (pressure washer, vacuum, chemicals, water tanks, generator), van or trailer setup, and marketing.

Success requires attention to detail, understanding various services, and efficient systems.

Startup costs for basic setup run $5,000-15,000 for equipment while professional trailer setup costs $20,000-40,000.

The mobile model offers convenience customers value and eliminates brick-and-mortar overhead.

Revenue comes from one-time details, fleet accounts (regular business vehicle cleaning), and high-end services (paint correction, ceramic coating, PPF installation requiring more expertise).

Operating costs include equipment maintenance, chemicals, water, fuel, and insurance.

Efficiency determines income - experienced detailers complete full details in 3-5 hours.

Marketing works through Instagram before/after transformations, Google Ads, fleet outreach, luxury car clubs, and referrals.

Challenges include weather dependency, water access, physical demands, and educating customers about value of professional detailing.

Success requires excellent results, efficient systems, professional appearance, and potentially specializing in high-end vehicles or services.