Mobile Mechanic Pricing Guide with Distance Charges
In addition to standard service fees, mobile mechanics often charge for travel distances to accommodate customers. Here's an example of a pricing guide that includes both service fees and distance charges
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8/13/20231 min read
Title: Mobile Mechanic Pricing Guide with Distance Charges
In addition to standard service fees, mobile mechanics often charge for travel distances to accommodate customers. Here's an example of a pricing guide that includes both service fees and distance charges (converted to Australian dollars):
Diagnostic Fee: $100 - $150 AUD
Initial assessment of the vehicle's issue(s).
Applied toward the total cost if the client proceeds with repairs.
Oil Change: $100 - $180 AUD
Includes oil and filter replacement.
Additional charges for synthetic oil or specialty filters.
Brake Inspection and Service: $150 - $250 AUD
Inspection, cleaning, and adjustment of brake components.
Additional charges for brake pad or rotor replacement.
Tire Rotation and Balancing: $80 - $120 AUD
Rotation and balancing of all four tires.
Battery Replacement: $110 - $150 AUD
Removal of old battery and installation of a new one.
Battery cost not included.
Spark Plug Replacement: $80 - $150 AUD
Replacement of spark plugs for improved engine performance.
Alternator Replacement: $200 - $350 AUD
Removal and replacement of the alternator.
Alternator cost not included.
Starter Replacement: $200 - $380 AUD
Removal and replacement of the starter.
Starter cost not included.
Fluid Changes (Coolant, Transmission, etc.): $120 - $220 AUD
Drain and refill of various fluids.
Fluid costs not included.
General Repairs (per hour): $80 - $130 AUD
Labor charges for various repairs.
Parts costs not included.
Emergency Call-Out Fee: $30 - $60 AUD
Applied when services are requested outside regular business hours.
Travel Fee (Per Kilometer): $1.50 - $2.00 AUD
Added for distances beyond a certain radius from your base location.
Please keep in mind that these prices are indicative ranges and may vary based on location, vehicle type, and specific services provided. These prices are indicative and not fixed. Clear communication regarding pricing, travel fees, and estimates is essential for client satisfaction. Consider offering bundled service packages that include travel fees for longer distances.