Detailing is a booming industry, with many folks opting to have their cars professionally detailed than ever before. This growing demand for detailing services has led to an increase in mobile detailing trailer and van setups. If you’re considering adding this service to your business or are looking for some suggestions on what you might want in your kit, here are Ten essentials that should include:

1.  Workbench

Workbenches are essential to mobile detailing trailers because it provides a place for you to set your detailing equipment, work on vehicles, and store any cleaning supplies.

The versatility of a bench enables it to be used as an excellent space saver in small areas. They’re also easily portable from location to location if necessary. And finally, if there is no electrical hookup available at your chosen workspace–it can always rely on one built into the bench itself.

The four most common types of benches you’ll find in a trailer or van is:

  • Electric-type (with built-in power)
  • Portable type (on wheels)
  • Fixed type (sturdy with permanently mounted power)
  • Collapsible type

2.  Tool Cabinet

A tool cabinet makes it easier to store cleaning equipment responsibly, without getting them dirty or mixed up with others’ supplies. The key is to find a corner of the trailer or van where you can store your products and then design the layout around that. Tool cabinet ensures that you will provide a consistent level of service every time, even if someone catches you off guard on short notice.

3.  Floor Mats

Floor mats protect the mobile detailing van from stains and spills. They also provide a clean surface for detailing and prevent scratches that might otherwise occur on the floor. Floor Mats will help absorb oil, water, and other spills to be cleaned up easily. They also protect very hot floors like those found in car washes.

4.  Wheel Chocks

Wheel chocks are a must-have for mobile detailing trailers. These prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping and thus ensure that the vehicle’s wheels stay within the designated limits you designate for them. Steering and handling can be hard enough without adding these struggles with stopping, so this item is highly recommended to keep your van’s cargo in place during transport and feel comfortable making sharp turns or sudden stops when it matters most.

5.  Oil Change Supplies

Mobile detailing trailers and vans are widely purchased by detailers that work daily. To easily keep your vehicle clean, it is essential to have Oil Change Supplies. These include:

Wipes

Wipes are used for carrying out tasks like dusting, cleaning food crumbs off the dashboards, and headlining. A worker can also use them to wipe windows with ease. Make sure you buy good-quality microfiber cloths because these aids restore shine without scratching the paint surface of a car or dusting just around the edges of the dashboard or upholstery.

Microfiber Towels

These are used for quick wiping for those who need to get rid of stains quickly and do things like removing watermarks, cleaning up spills, or drying off the dashboards.

6.  Shop Vacuum

Shop Vacuums offer functionality by making jobs more accessible than they would otherwise be so detailers can concentrate on what matters most–the vehicle. They are also helpful in spilled liquids or food crumbs on seats and carpets, helping to remove them quickly for easy cleaning later.

7.  Extension Cords

You will want at least two to reach from inside the mobile detail trailer setup or van to most parking spots. One cord runs for light or heat while another cord runs for power.

8.  Shop Awning

A Shop Awning is a perfect addition to any mobile detailing trailer or van since it provides shade and protection from the sun while you’re working. It provides a large enough surface for many people to perform tasks at once without getting in each other’s way.

9.  Wheeled Dolly

A Wheeled Dolly is essential for a mobile detailing trailer or van because it makes moving your equipment around and storing it much more manageable. It offers the same functionality as a wheel barrel with its simple construction consisting of 16″ rubber wheels and two handles. It also includes an integrated 200 lb capacity caster base, handles casters, and multiple risers with tie-down points for transporting bulky items such as carpets.

A Wheeled Dolly allows you to more easily move all sizes of tires (carrying up to 200 pounds of weight), brushes and mops on the carpet from one section of the car to another without ever setting them down. You can also use it when cleaning cars at events or trade shows by delivering your supplies to the vehicle and then wheeling them to wherever you need.

10.              Tire Pressure Gauge

Tire Pressure Gauge is an essential tool for mobile detailing because it helps to monitor tire air pressure and aids in preventing punctures. Tire pressure gauges are necessary for mobile detailing trailers because they measure the air pressure in your vehicle’s tires. Proper tire air pressure is essential for safe and comfortable driving as it prevents uneven wear to the tread, reduces overheating, and prevents blowouts.