How Much Does Mobile Car Detailing Cost in Boise, Idaho?
Mobile car detailing in Boise starts at $149 for a standard exterior, $219 for a standard interior and $319 for a standard full detail inside and out. The most popular package, the Deluxe Full Detail, starts at $549. Prices are the same anywhere in the Boise metro, and there is no travel fee.
Below is what each level includes, the four things that move your final quote, and how interior and exterior work compare on price.
Boise Mobile Detailing Prices at a Glance
| Package | Starting At | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Interior | $219 | Full vacuum and air blowout, plastics, leather and vinyl, carpet shampoo, door jambs, interior glass |
| Standard Exterior | $149 | Foam hand wash, wheels and tires cleaned and dressed, door jambs, exterior glass, spray ceramic sealant |
| Standard Full Detail | $319 | Standard Interior plus Standard Exterior, a full inside and out clean |
| Deluxe Full Detail | $549 | Deep cleaned inside, decontaminated and polished outside |
| Platinum Full Detail | $1,499 | 3 year ceramic coating, multi stage paint correction, full interior restoration |
Starting prices. Final quote may vary by vehicle size and condition.
These prices are the same whether we come to your home in the North End, your office downtown, or your driveway in Southeast Boise. No travel surcharges anywhere in the Boise metro area — including Eagle, Meridian, Nampa, and Star.
What Affects the Price of Mobile Auto Detailing in Boise?
Four things set your final quote: how big the vehicle is, what condition it arrives in, whether you book interior, exterior or both, and which add-ons the paint or upholstery needs. Every package price on this page is a starting price from Gemstar's own pricing sheet (October 2026), confirmed once we see the vehicle.
Vehicle size
Vehicle size is the biggest factor. A Honda Civic takes less product, time, and effort than a Ford F-350 crew cab. SUVs, trucks, and vans fall in the higher pricing tier.
Seats are what drive it. A third row, a crew-cab back seat and a cargo area each add vacuuming, steam cleaning and extraction time, and a taller roofline and larger wheels add exterior time on top. A compact sedan sits at the starting price; a three-row SUV or a crew-cab pickup sits above it.
Vehicle condition
Vehicle condition matters too. A car that's been maintained with quarterly details takes 2-3 hours. A neglected vehicle with pet hair embedded in every crevice, tree sap baked onto the paint, and mold in the carpets takes 5-6 hours and may require add-on services.
Condition is also why two identical trucks can be quoted differently. Paint that is only dirty is handled inside an exterior detail; paint with swirls, etching or oxidation needs paint correction, which is quoted on its own — 1-step correction starts at $399, 2-step at $649, and 3-step for heavily scratched or oxidized paint at $1,299. Pet hair and heavy odor are quoted on site rather than at a fixed price, because the severity decides the labour.
Interior, exterior, or both?
At the standard level the inside costs more than the outside: interior detailing starts at $219 against $149 for exterior detailing, because it is hand work in a confined space. At the deluxe level that flips — the Deluxe Exterior starts at $399, since it adds clay bar, iron decontamination, a paint-enhancement polish and trim restoration, while the Deluxe Interior starts at $299. Booking the two together as a full detail costs less than booking them apart at either level.
| Level | Interior only | Exterior only | Both, as a full detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | from $219 | from $149 | from $319, which is $49 below the two starting prices added up |
| Deluxe | from $299 | from $399 | from $549, which is $149 below the two starting prices added up |
Starting prices from Gemstar's pricing sheet, October 2026. Your final quote depends on vehicle size and condition.
Add-ons
Add-on services include:
- Pet hair removal: quoted on site, once we have seen how far the hair has worked into the upholstery
- Odor elimination (enzyme treatment): quoted on site, for the same reason
- Interior ceramic protection: from $299, for stain, spill and UV resistance on seats, carpets and interior surfaces
- 1-step paint polish: from $159, added to any exterior service
- Engine bay detail: +$75
- Headlight restoration: +$50 per pair
- Ceramic coating: $799-$2,199
- Window tinting: $99-$499
How Boise Pricing Compares
Boise's mobile detailing market ranges from $75 for a basic wash to $2,000+ for full paint correction and coating. The low end ($75-100) is typically solo operators with consumer-grade products and no insurance. The high end ($1,500+) includes certified professionals using commercial equipment and professional-grade products.
Gemstar sits in the professional tier — trained technicians, full insurance and IDA membership. You're paying for consistent, professional results backed by a 4.9-star rating across 369 Google reviews (Gemstar's Google Business Profile, September 2026).
What Makes Mobile Detailing Worth It?
The convenience factor alone justifies the cost for most Boise professionals. Instead of dropping your car at a shop, arranging a ride, and picking it up hours later, mobile detailing happens while you work, sleep, or run errands. You save 1-2 hours of logistics on top of getting a better result than any drive-through car wash.
Our full auto detailing packages include everything — you don't need to buy products, find time, or risk damaging your paint with incorrect techniques. Professional detailing also protects resale value, because the paint, glass and upholstery a buyer looks at first are the ones that take the wear.
Most Popular Package in Boise
Our Deluxe Full Detail at $549 is the most popular choice for Boise-area customers. It covers a deep interior clean and a decontaminated, polished exterior. It takes 3-4 hours and leaves your car looking and feeling like new.
If your vehicle has not been detailed in a few months, the Standard Full Detail at $319 combines our Standard Interior and Standard Exterior for a full inside and out clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is mobile detailing more expensive than a shop?
Pricing is comparable, and you do not have to drive anywhere or wait at a shop. We bring professional grade equipment and products to your location.
Do you charge extra to travel to my location?
No. We charge the same price whether you're in downtown Boise, Eagle, Meridian, or anywhere in the Treasure Valley. No travel surcharges.
How do I know which package I need?
If you detail regularly (every 2-3 months), the Standard Interior maintains your vehicle between full details. If it has been 3-6 months, go Standard Full Detail. Over 6 months or heavy use (pets, kids, outdoor work), go Deluxe Full Detail.
Is interior or exterior detailing more expensive?
At the standard level the interior costs more: a Standard Interior starts at $219 and a Standard Exterior at $149. At the deluxe level the exterior costs more, from $399 against $299, because it adds clay bar, iron decontamination and polishing. Booking both as a full detail costs less than booking them apart (Gemstar pricing sheet, October 2026).
Can I get a same-day appointment?
Often, yes. Call (208) 971-4652 to check today's openings and get a firm quote for your vehicle. We recommend booking 2-3 days ahead during peak season (April-September).