Auto detailing checklist

A full detail in order: walk-around with the owner, exterior wash and protection, interior, then the final check.

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Auto detailing checklist

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Walk-around
Exterior
Interior
Final check

What this checklist covers

The walk-around protects you: every scratch and stain noted before you start is one you will not be blamed for. Do it with the owner, and take photos.

Wheels first, so the dirtiest part does not splash onto clean paint.

How to use it

Tick each item as you go. The sheet saves in this browser, so you can close the page and come back. Print a blank copy for the truck, or fill it in on your phone and print or save it as a PDF for the customer at the end.

With Koira: Invoices on the spot

Tap done and Koira sends the invoice with a pay link, and the customer can pay at the door by card or phone wallet. The photos and notes stay on the job for next time.

Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.

FAQ

What is included in a full detail?

An exterior wash, decontamination and protection, plus a full interior clean, with polishing as an option.

Why do the walk-around first?

To note existing damage with the owner before you start.

Why clean wheels first?

So brake dust and grime do not splash onto clean paint.

How often should a car be detailed?

Many owners book a full detail once or twice a year with washes between.

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