The demand for mobile pet grooming services has skyrocketed as busy pet owners look for convenient, at-home care. For entrepreneurs, a mobile grooming van is a smart investment that allows you to reach more clients without the overhead of a storefront. However, with costs ranging from $60,000 to $150,000+, purchasing one outright can be difficult.
That’s why many pet business owners choose leasing options to get started or expand their fleet affordably.
Lower Upfront Costs – Avoid spending six figures at once.
Cash Flow Flexibility – Pay fixed monthly installments instead of draining savings.
Faster Start-Up – Launch your grooming business quickly with less financial strain.
Upgrade Opportunities – Swap for newer vans at lease-end.
Tax Benefits – Lease payments may be deductible as operating expenses.
A professionally outfitted mobile grooming van typically includes:
✔ Stainless steel grooming tub with ramp or lift
✔ Electric/hydraulic grooming table
✔ Built-in dryers and storage for tools
✔ Water tanks and filtration systems
✔ Generator or shore power setup
✔ Climate control for pet safety
Lowest monthly payments.
Return or upgrade the van at lease-end.
Ideal for startups testing the market.
Higher payments.
You own the van once the lease term ends.
Best for long-term businesses that want to build equity.
Flexible terms to align with peak pet grooming seasons.
Start with lower payments, then increase as revenue grows.
A $90,000 mobile grooming van could be leased as:
Operating Lease (5 years): ~$1,650/month
Lease-to-Own (5 years): ~$1,850/month with $1 buyout option
If the van generates $8,000–$12,000/month in grooming revenue, payments are easily covered.
Research van suppliers and leasing companies.
Choose between operating or lease-to-own terms.
Gather business and financial documents.
Apply for lease approval.
Review terms carefully before signing.
✔ Bundle equipment (tables, tubs, dryers) with the van in one lease.
✔ Negotiate maintenance and warranty coverage in your agreement.
✔ Compare multiple leasing providers specializing in pet businesses.
✔ Calculate ROI—ensure each month’s bookings cover lease payments.
Leasing a mobile pet grooming van allows you to start or grow your grooming business without the heavy burden of an upfront purchase. With flexible leasing options, tax advantages, and the ability to upgrade, leasing makes it easier to serve more clients, expand your service area, and grow revenue sustainably.