Mobile Mechanic contract template
A short service agreement protects you and the customer, especially since you're diagnosing and repairing a vehicle that's often the customer's only way to get to work.
Scope of work and diagnosis-first pricing
State whether the visit starts with a paid diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair if the customer proceeds) and that any repair beyond the diagnosed issue requires the customer's approval before work begins.
Parts sourcing and markup
Specify whether you supply parts (with a stated markup or flat parts fee) or the customer provides their own, and who's responsible if a customer-supplied part is defective.
Estimate and authorization
Provide a written estimate before starting repair work and require sign-off (text, email, or signature) before exceeding it, since a phone quote that balloons is a top source of mobile-repair disputes.
Warranty on labor and parts
State your labor warranty period (commonly 30-90 days) separately from any manufacturer parts warranty, and what voids it (e.g. the vehicle being serviced elsewhere afterward).
Travel fee and service area
Note your base travel fee or minimum service charge, your service radius, and any additional charge for after-hours or roadside emergency calls.
Liability and insurance
Note that you carry commercial auto, general liability, and garage keepers coverage, and clarify liability for pre-existing vehicle issues versus new damage during the repair.
Payment terms
Specify accepted payment methods and that payment is due at job completion, not net-30 like a shop invoice.
This is general guidance, not legal advice. Consider having a local attorney review your final agreement.