Detailing Guide for Uber and Lyft Drivers in Los Angeles

If you drive for Uber or Lyft in Los Angeles, your car sees more passengers in a week than most cars see in a year. LAX runs, late-night Hollywood pickups, beach trips to Santa Monica with sandy feet — it all ends up inside.

Cleanliness is one of the first things riders notice. A spotless car makes a strong first impression, and a dirty one is easy to remember for the wrong reasons.

• •Back seats — constant getting in and out wears and soils the outer bolsters
• •Rear floor mats and carpet — sand, mud, spilled drinks
• •Door handles, window switches, and seat-belt buckles — touched by everyone
• •Rear door panels — scuffs from shoes and bags
• •Trunk — luggage from airport runs
• •Odor — food, smoke, perfume, and everything in between

Every shift:

• •Quick check of the back seat and floors between rides
• •Remove trash and anything left behind
• •Wipe high-touch surfaces — handles, buckles, window switches

Every week:

• •Thorough vacuum, including under the seats
• •Wipe down all interior surfaces and clean the inside of the windows
• •Exterior wash — a clean outside is the first thing a rider sees when you pull up

Every month or two:

• •Professional detail with seat and carpet shampoo to remove what weekly cleaning can't

• •All-weather floor mats catch sand, mud, and spills and can be hosed off
• •Seat protectors on the back seat reduce wear and staining on fabric
• •Keep an emergency kit: paper towels, interior wipes, a trash bag, and a small spill kit
• •Leather or synthetic leather? Clean and condition it regularly so heavy use doesn't crack it

Strong air fresheners can bother riders and don't fix the underlying smell. Keep odors down by removing trash promptly, cleaning spills the same day, and replacing the cabin air filter on schedule. For smells that have soaked into fabric, shampooing and extraction removes them at the source.

High mileage means more road film, brake dust, and bug splatter. LA street parking adds sun and bird droppings. A regular hand wash keeps the car presentable and protects the paint on a car you're likely driving hard for years. A Silver Detail adds wax protection that makes in-between washes easier.

Your time behind the wheel is money. A recurring professional detail at your home means you're not losing hours at a car wash — and the car stays consistently ready for riders. Ask us about our maintenance plan.

Book a detail or call (310) 692-4495.