Steam Fleet Cleaning — Professional Results, Zero Waste
Fleet appearance matters. Traditional washing wastes water, requires chemicals, and creates EPA headaches. Steam cleaning is faster, cleaner, and better.
Traditional Fleet Washing Is a Problem
40-100 gallons per vehicle. Chemical runoff. EPA compliance headaches. A dedicated wash bay costs $250,000+ to build. There's a better way.
Water Waste
Traditional washing uses 40-100 gallons per vehicle — 150-300 for large trucks
Chemical Runoff
Chemical detergents create contaminated runoff that violates Clean Water Act regulations
Permit Restrictions
Many municipalities restrict outdoor fleet washing due to stormwater rules
Facility Cost
A dedicated commercial wash bay costs $250,000-$400,000+ to construct
Two Steps. That's It.
High-temperature dry vapor steam (290-330°F, only 5-6% liquid water) dissolves grease and grime on contact. Steam application, then wipe-down. Vehicles dry in minutes. Traditional washing is a 5-step process.
Schedule
Steam cleaning happens during your regular maintenance visit rhythm — no extra scheduling, no extra vendor.
Deploy
Slick technician arrives with self-contained steam generator, water tank, and all equipment in the service van.
Clean
Two-step process: steam application dissolves grime, quick wipe-down finishes. Vehicles dry in minutes.
Ready
Vehicle is immediately road-ready. No drying time, no water spots, no chemical residue.
Schedule
Steam cleaning happens during your regular maintenance visit rhythm — no extra scheduling, no extra vendor.
Deploy
Slick technician arrives with self-contained steam generator, water tank, and all equipment in the service van.
Clean
Two-step process: steam application dissolves grime, quick wipe-down finishes. Vehicles dry in minutes.
Ready
Vehicle is immediately road-ready. No drying time, no water spots, no chemical residue.
95% Less Water. Zero Chemicals. Zero Runoff.
Steam cleaning eliminates the environmental problems of traditional fleet washing.
Environmental
- 1-2 gallons per vehicle vs. 40-300 for traditional
- Zero chemicals — no detergents, soaps, or degreasers
- Negligible wastewater runoff
- EPA recommends steam cleaning as best management practice
Quality
- 290-330°F kills 99.9% of bacteria
- Dissolves grease without chemical degreasers
- Safe on paint, vinyl wraps, and decals
- Cleans interiors without soaking — safe around electronics
Efficiency
- 2-step process vs. 5 steps for traditional washing
- Vehicles dry in minutes — no extended drying period
- Self-contained equipment in Slick service vans
- 50-gallon onboard tank services 25-50+ vehicles
Clean Engines Tell You More
Steam cleaning does more than make vehicles look good. Clean engine bays make it easier for technicians to spot fluid leaks, frayed hoses, and corroded battery terminals during routine inspections.
Grease and grime hide problems. When an engine bay is clean, a fresh oil seep or coolant drip stands out immediately. Your techs catch issues earlier, before they become breakdowns on the road.
This is why steam cleaning pairs so well with preventive maintenance and inspections. Appearance and mechanical health are connected.
95% Less Water
1-2 gallons per vehicle vs. 40-300 for traditional methods. A 50-gallon tank services your entire fleet.
Zero Chemical Runoff
No detergents, no soaps, no contaminated wastewater. Negligible runoff eliminates Clean Water Act concerns.
Better Than Clean
290-330°F steam kills 99.9% of bacteria and dissolves grease — something soap and water can't match.
Maintenance Visibility
Clean engine bays make it easier for techs to spot fluid leaks, frayed hoses, and corroded terminals during inspections.
No Wash Bay. No Problem.
Self-contained steam generators fit inside Slick service vans. A 50-gallon onboard water tank services 25-50+ vehicles. No external water hookup, no drainage system, no infrastructure.
Self-Contained
Everything fits in the service van. Steam generator, water tank, hoses, and towels. No external connections needed.
Works Anywhere
Parking lots, loading docks, indoor garages. Steam cleaning works wherever your fleet parks. No special facility required.
During Your Maintenance Visit
Service happens during your existing maintenance visit rhythm. No extra vendor, no extra scheduling overhead.
One Visit. Maintenance and Cleaning.
Steam cleaning happens alongside your scheduled maintenance — same visit, same technician, same rhythm. No extra vendor to manage. No extra scheduling to juggle.
Bundle steam cleaning into your managed maintenance MRC for a lower effective rate, or add it a la carte for individual visits. Either way, your fleet stays clean and maintained without any additional operational overhead.
One team. One visit. One cost. That is the Slick model.
Steam Fleet Cleaning FAQ
Common questions about Slick's steam cleaning service.
Related Services
Steam cleaning works best as part of a complete fleet maintenance rhythm.
Ready for professional fleet cleaning without the waste?
Book a 15-minute demo. See how steam cleaning fits into your maintenance rhythm. Get custom pricing and be live within a week.