Built for Mobile Mechanics

    Invoice Software for Mobile Mechanics

    On-the-go invoicing for mobile mechanics and roadside repair. Quote, get signed authorization, finish the job, and collect payment in the driveway.

    Why Mobile Mechanics Love Glo Invoice

    Quote, send, and collect payment from your phone in the driveway
    Vehicle info (year, make, model, VIN, plate, odometer) on every invoice
    Digital repair authorization signatures before you start
    Card, Apple Pay, and Cash App payments — no chase invoices
    Photos of parts and repairs attached to the invoice

    Average Mobile Mechanics Rates (2026)

    ServicePrice Range
    Service Call / Travel Fee$45–$125
    Diagnostic$100–$200
    Labor (per hour)$95–$160/hr
    Battery Replacement$200–$400
    Brake Job (per axle)$250–$550
    Starter / Alternator$350–$750

    How to Grow Your Mobile Mechanics Business

    Charge a service call / travel fee — your truck rolling has a cost

    Bundle services (diagnostic + repair) for higher average tickets

    Target fleet customers — recurring work beats Craigslist one-offs

    Use Google Business Profile + before/after photos to dominate local search

    Stock the 50 most common parts so you finish in one trip

    Ask for a Google review the same day you collect payment

    Compliance & Licensing for Mobile Mechanics

    State auto repair license where mobile work requires one
    Written estimate and repair authorization rules
    EPA fluids disposal — bring used oil and coolant back to a certified facility
    Commercial auto insurance with garagekeepers coverage
    OSHA chemical and lifting safety
    Sales tax on parts (and labor in some states)

    Resources for Mobile Mechanics

    Check out Repairius

    Mobile mechanic dispatch, customer history, and job tracking — pairs with Glo Invoice for billing and payment.

    ASE Certification

    The credential that lets customers trust an unfamiliar mechanic in their driveway.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the best invoice app for mobile mechanics?

    Glo Invoice quotes, captures a signed authorization, attaches photos, and accepts card payment from the driveway — built for mobile mechanics.

    Can I get paid before I leave the driveway?

    Yes. Send the invoice from your phone, the customer pays by Apple Pay or card, and the funds clear before you pack up.

    Do you store VIN and plate?

    Yes. Custom fields capture VIN, plate, mileage, and any other vehicle data on every invoice for warranty and repeat work.

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