A mobile RV wash and wax means we bring the water, the power and the crew to wherever your rig is parked, then hand wash it top to bottom, clean the roof, and finish with a paint sealant that blocks UV. At Polished 2 Perfection that is our Protection package at $15 per foot, so a 30-foot RV starts at $450. You don’t need to supply a hose or an outlet, and you don’t need to move the RV.
If your RV lives at a storage lot or in a side yard, getting it washed usually means a ladder and a lost Saturday, or driving it to a truck wash and waiting in line. A mobile wash and wax skips both. Here’s how ours works, what’s in it, and when your rig needs something else.
How does a mobile RV wash work?
We drive to the rig. That can be your driveway, a storage facility, an RV park or a campsite anywhere in the greater Orlando and Central Florida area. Our vans are fully self-contained with their own water supply and power, so we never need you to provide a hookup, and you never have to drive a 35-foot coach to a wash bay with a line of trucks ahead of you.
Every job starts the same way. Before anything gets wet, we walk the RV and look at the roof, the gelcoat or paint, the trim and the high-impact areas on the front cap. That walk-around decides whether a wash and wax is enough, or whether the finish needs polishing first. Then comes the hand wash, roof included, and the protection coat goes on last.
What’s included in an RV wash and wax?
Our RV exterior work is priced per foot, so you know the number before we arrive. The wash and wax is the middle of three standard packages:
| Package | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance (wash only) | $10/ft | Full exterior hand wash, roof cleaning, bugs and road grime removed, wheels and tires cleaned |
| Protection (wash and wax) | $15/ft | Everything in Maintenance, plus a paint sealant applied as a UV barrier for added shine and gloss |
| Enhancement | $20/ft | Everything in Protection, plus a machine polish that removes light oxidation and water spots |
Run the math on your own rig. A 24-foot Class C in the Protection package starts at $360, a 30-foot travel trailer at $450, and a 40-foot Class A at $600. The final price depends on length and condition. For how these compare with full interior and ceramic work, see our Central Florida RV detailing cost guide.
Wax or sealant: what goes on your RV?
Everyone calls it a wash and wax, and we answer to that too. What we actually apply in the Protection package is a paint sealant. The difference matters in Florida. A traditional carnauba wax looks great, then wears off quickly in summer heat, which is why we cover how long protection really lasts here in our Florida wash-and-wax schedule. A synthetic sealant bonds to the surface and holds its UV barrier longer, which is the job you’re paying for when your RV lives outside in Central Florida.
If you want protection measured in years rather than months, that’s a different service. Our RV ceramic coating packages come in 2-year, 5-year and lifetime tiers, and they make every wash after them faster because dirt and bug residue release more easily.
Run a clean finger across the side of your RV in the sun. If it comes back white and chalky, the gelcoat is oxidized. A wash and wax will not fix that. Sealant laid over chalk looks shiny for a short while and then the dull returns, because the damaged layer is still there underneath.
When is a wash and wax the wrong service?
A wash and wax maintains a finish that’s already in decent shape. It’s the wrong service when:
- The finish is chalky, faded or streaky after washing. Light oxidation and water spots call for our Enhancement package, which adds a machine polish. Heavy oxidation is Restoration work, starting at $30 per foot, by estimate. Our guide to RV oxidation removal in Florida explains the stages.
- Black streaks keep coming back within days. That usually points to the roof and sealant runoff, not the walls. See how to remove black streaks from an RV.
- You’re getting ready to sell. A polish before listing photos makes a bigger visual difference than sealant alone.
If you’re unsure which one fits, that’s what the walk-around at the start of every job is for.
How do you get your RV ready for a mobile wash?
- Check your facility’s rules. Some storage lots, RV parks and HOAs limit on-site washing or ask vendors to check in. A quick call before booking saves a wasted trip.
- Bring the slides in and close the vents. Closed windows, roof vents and slide-outs keep water where it belongs.
- Roll the awning in unless you’ve asked us to clean it.
- Leave room around the rig. We need to walk all four sides and reach the roof safely.
- Tell us about any problem spots such as a soft roof area, a leaking seam or fresh repairs, so we treat them carefully.
How often you repeat it depends on where the RV is stored and how much direct sun it gets. A rig under a cover or a carport can stretch the interval; one parked in an open lot can’t.
Want your RV washed and sealed without moving it?
We come to your driveway, storage lot, RV park or campsite anywhere in Central Florida, with our own water and power.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mobile RV wash and wax cost?
Our wash and wax (the Protection package) is $15 per foot, so a 30-foot RV starts at $450. A wash without the sealant is $10 per foot. Final pricing depends on length and condition.
Do I need to provide water or electricity?
No. Our vans carry their own water supply and power, so we can work at a storage lot or campsite with no hookups.
Do you clean the RV roof during a wash?
Yes. Roof cleaning is included in every exterior package, starting with the $10-per-foot Maintenance wash.
Is wax or sealant better for an RV in Florida?
For most rigs stored outside, a synthetic paint sealant holds up better in Florida heat than a traditional wax. For multi-year protection, a ceramic coating is the step up.
Can you wash my RV at a storage facility or campground?
Yes, we work at homes, storage facilities, RV parks and campsites across Central Florida. Check that your facility allows on-site washing before you book.
