The Ultimate Guide to Starting & Growing a Successful Detailing Business
By Anthony, Founder of Fivestar Valeting & Detailing
Turn your passion for cars into a profitable business with the most comprehensive detailing guide ever created. Written by Anthony — founder of Fivestar Valeting & Detailing, a worldwide recognised brand trusted by celebrities, athletes, and luxury car owners — this step-by-step manual shows you exactly how to go from zero to building a premium detailing business.
Inside this 20,000+ word guide, you’ll discover:
✅ How to set up your business legally and professionally (UK/EU/US friendly)
✅ Essential tools and starter kits for every budget (£500 / £1,500 / £5,000+)
✅ Proven pricing strategies in £, €, and $ — including premium packages
✅ Customer acquisition playbook: where to advertise, how to network, and land big contracts
✅ Social media growth blueprint: how detailers scale from 0 → 2.75M followers with satisfying videos
✅ Real-world case studies, financial projections, and scaling roadmaps
✅ Bonus resources: contracts, customer forms, aftercare sheets, loyalty programs, and content calendars
This isn’t just a guide. It’s a business manual — packed with the same systems, lessons, and pro tips that helped Fivestar Valeting & Detailing grow from a single van into a worldwide recognised brand trusted by world champion boxers, TV stars, music icons, and supercar owners.