Is a Mobile Oil Change Business Profitable?
Everyone needs oil changes, some do it themselves, many go to quick lubes, and a handful goes to their dealership. Not many of us are happy to spend our time waiting in line at the “quick lube” or garage to then have to pay for service! One common complaint is that service costs too much. Of course we do not consider that their expenses are fairly high, they pay for their building, insurance, supplies, equipment, utilities and employees. A Mobile Oil Change operator has extremely less in expenses. That means you can charge the same as your “non mobile” competition and still keep more of what you earn. Most of your expense in the start-up stage, buying equipment (much less than a shop needs to be sure!) and the purchase of your van or trailer. Your smaller expenses will be your business license, insurance (again much less than a shop) and office supplies. True you will need inventory but most oil distributing companies will put you on a 30 day billing so you will be earning income befor
