Own the cleanest business on the planet.
Start Your Mobile Detailing Business with Detail On The Go.
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Open a Detail On The Go or go independent?
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✅ Low-cost entry
Initial Investments The financial capital required to start your business, covering equipment, marketing, licensing, and initial operational costs. Determines your starting resources and potential for immediate growth.
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❌ Higher startup costs
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✅ Proven startup methods
Business Model A comprehensive strategic plan outlining how your detailing business will generate revenue, acquire customers, deliver services, and create sustainable profit through defined operational processes.
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❌ No tested system
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✅ Comprehensive professional training
Training & Support Structured educational programs and ongoing guidance that equip entrepreneurs with technical skills, business knowledge, customer service techniques, and continuous learning opportunities.
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❌ Self-taught approach
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✅ Professional branding provided
Brand Identity The unique visual and emotional representation of your business, including logo, color scheme, messaging, and core values that differentiate you in the competitive automotive detailing market.
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❌ Build from scratch
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✅ Built-in marketing team
Marketing Support Strategic tools, resources, and professional assistance designed to help you attract, engage, and retain customers through targeted advertising, social media, and comprehensive promotional strategies.
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❌ Solo marketing efforts
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✅ Advanced booking software
Systems Digital and physical systems that streamline business management, including scheduling software, communication platforms, booking interfaces, and efficiency-enhancing technology.
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❌ Manual scheduling
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✅ Review-based income stream
Review Bonuses Additional financial incentives and rewards structured to motivate performance, recognize achievements, and provide extra income beyond standard service revenues.
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❌ None
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✅ Established brand credibility & trust
Market Perception How potential and existing customers view your business reputation, credibility, professionalism, and reliability within the local automotive service industry.
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❌ No brand recognition
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✅ Branded vehicles fully equipped
Vehicle Design The professional appearance and branding of your work vehicle, serving as a mobile billboard that communicates your business quality, attention to detail, and brand personality.
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❌ Equip vehicle from scratch
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✅ Network support & Mentorship
Support A comprehensive network of professional resources, mentorship, troubleshooting assistance, and collaborative platforms designed to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and achieve sustainable business growth.
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❌ Completely independent
Meet Our Mascot!
Mr. Detail mascot reflects our dedication to a fun professional attitude and eco-conscious mindset. Bright blue vans sporting the Mr. Detail logo will be one of your best marketing vehicles.
What we provide:
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Professional branding
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A dedicated website & a local online business page
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Client communication tools
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All operational systems
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Select equipment, chemicals, supplies, and company apparel
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Online marketing and a social media team to promote your services
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Flexible part-time or full-time work options
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Comprehensive training to set you up for success
Car, Boat & RV detailing is a very hands-on job, especially when you're starting out/working by yourself. Some people really enjoy it, while others find it’s not quite their thing...Are you sure it's yours?
This opportunity requires at least one of two things:
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Money
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Grit, Effort, and Determination
While financial capital can make the journey smoother, it is not a requirement to invest in your business. What truly matters is your willingness to put in the work. This means going door-to-door to make sales, offering discounts to gain market share, and even performing mini details for free to build a loyal client base that will support you for the long term. Success comes from grit, effort, and unwavering determination.
Why is Detail On The Go unique?
Detail On The Go offers the lowest cost, most flexible business model with everything you'll need to launch a successful mobile detailing business. With incentives like royalty-free periods, a review-based income stream, and comprehensive startup packages, DOTG creates a path for steady growth and a unique advantage in the auto services industry.
Low-Cost Entry and Flexibility
Start your own mobile detailing business with a minimal investment and flexible financial options, making it accessible for entrepreneurs at various levels.
Built-In Review-Based Income Stream
Generate income with every positive review, which can be used toward royalty payments or reinvestment in your business, promoting steady growth.
Comprehensive Service Package
DOTG offers a fully branded vehicles, high-quality tools, and ongoing support to ensure you’re equipped to deliver exceptional detailing services.
Royalty-Free Period for Growth
For the first 60 days, you keep all profits, giving you a strong start and resources to reinvest as you establish your client base.
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Do you provide the work?You’ll be responsible for getting work yourself. That said, we do have a referral income program that pays you for every referral, which you can use to reinvest in your business via ads, equipment, etc... And, for the first 60 days, every dollar you earn is yours to keep. We’ll provide you with the training, and online systems to help bring in work, but how you approach building your business is entirely up to you. For example, Taylor, who runs our West St. Louis area, started by investing in tools and then focused on going door-to-door, passing out flyers, and leveraging referrals from family and friends.
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Can you tell me more about the job? Describe a day? Or a week?When starting out, your week will typically focus on outreach—distributing flyers, reaching out to family and friends for referrals, and building your client base. With consistent effort, you can transition to scheduling 2-3 jobs a day, balancing new and returning clients. We emphasize memberships, so as you take on more jobs, you’ll gain steady work through monthly or biweekly memberships. Over time, your schedule could grow to 5-7 jobs a day, providing consistent income. Within a couple of years, you’ll be ready to hire and train a team, scaling your business and stepping into a leadership role. On a typical day, you’ll manage your schedule, travel to clients’ homes or offices, and perform detailing services like washing, waxing, or interior cleaning. This is 95% mobile work, so being prepared for on-the-go tasks is key.
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How much can I make starting off?We never guarantee how much you’ll make in your first months, as it largely depends on your effort and approach. However, if you’re in a position where you need immediate income to cover living expenses, this might not be the best fit. The initial months require patience and consistent work, as it takes time to build a steady client base and start seeing a reliable return.
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