Should you tip a car detailer/washer?

takedown8 · 07-15-2007, 09:23 AM

Plan on getting my car detailed soon. Probably on a regular basis.

For a $30 carwash or a $185 detail, should a tip be added? And if so, how much?

561design · 07-15-2007, 10:47 AM

Yes, especially if you plan on going back. I usually stay around 15%-20%.

Voltigeur · 07-15-2007, 04:23 PM

Yep. I tip mine around 15%, 20% for a great job. And I tip 'em $20 extra at Xmas - I mean, these poor young guys are making, what, $5-6 in TX heat ....

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