DETAILING COSTBOOK

Estimates that look like your business.

Create an estimate with your business name, logo, services and prices. Save customer and vehicle details so the next estimate is quicker.

Try it free for 14 days

No card needed. Works on your phone and computer.

An estimate in the real Costbook workspace. Example business and figures.
An estimate in the real Costbook workspace. Example business and figures.

From the first enquiry to an approved estimate

  1. Choose the customer and vehicle. Reuse saved details or add a new customer. Vehicle details are optional.
  2. Check the condition. Record what you know from photos or a conversation. Confirm the final price after an in-person check.
  3. Set the work and price. Add an interior detail, exterior detail, full detail or your own service. Include tax if you charge it.
  4. Preview and share. Check the customer’s view, then copy the private estimate link into a message.
  5. Get approval. Customers can select the add-ons you offer and approve the listed work and total.

A repeat customer should be quicker to quote

Open the customer’s history, choose the vehicle and reuse a previous estimate. Check the new job’s condition and prices before sending it.

Save service packages for work you quote often. Package details can still be changed on each estimate.

If the work changes

Explain the extra work, price and time before doing it. Send a revised estimate for approval. An earlier approval does not approve a later price change.

Creating an estimate does not automatically send a message or charge a customer. You share the link and record payments when they arrive.

Read the detailing estimate checklist

Common questions

Can I add my own logo and terms?

Yes. Choose your business details, logo, accent color, layout, font and terms. Preview the estimate before sharing it.

Can customers approve extras?

Yes. Add optional extras with prices. On a confirmed estimate, customers choose their extras and see the updated total before approving.

Try it with your own jobs

Use Costbook free for 14 days. Add your business details and create your first estimate. No card needed.

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