How much does car wash and valet cost in Ireland?
Car wash and valet in Dublin costs about €20–€35 for the most common job (hand wash outside), labour only, in 2026. Across all car wash and valet jobs, prices run from €20 to €200, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Car wash and valet prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hand wash outside (each) | 45 min | €20–€35 | €20–€30 | €20–€30 | €20–€30 |
| Interior valet (each) | 1h 15m | €40–€70 | €35–€65 | €35–€65 | €35–€60 |
| Full valet, inside and out (each) | 2h 30m | €70–€130 | €65–€120 | €65–€120 | €60–€115 |
| Full valet, SUV or 7-seater (each) | 3h | €90–€160 | €85–€145 | €85–€145 | €80–€140 |
| Pet hair removal (each) | 45 min | €20–€40 | €20–€35 | €20–€35 | €20–€35 |
| Machine polish and wax (each) | 3h | €100–€200 | €90–€185 | €90–€185 | €90–€175 |
| Shampoo the seats (each) | 1h | €40–€70 | €35–€65 | €35–€65 | €35–€60 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Water and products brought (waterless option for apartments).
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- Car size (small, saloon, SUV or 7-seater)? Outside, inside or both?
- Pet hair or heavy stains?
Questions
How much does car wash and valet cost in Ireland?
Car wash and valet in Dublin costs about €20–€35 for the most common job (hand wash outside), labour only, in 2026. Across all car wash and valet jobs, prices run from €20 to €200, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to hand wash outside in Dublin?
Usually €20–€35 each for labour, and it takes about 45 min on site.
How much does it cost to interior valet in Dublin?
Usually €40–€70 each for labour, and it takes about 1h 15m on site.
How much does it cost to full valet, inside and out in Dublin?
Usually €70–€130 each for labour, and it takes about 2h 30m on site.
Are materials included?
Water and products brought (waterless option for apartments).
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