Mould in your car? We deal with it.
Brisbane's humidity means a car only needs one wet week to grow mould. We kill it at the source rather than wiping the surface and hoping.
- Seats, carpet, headlining, boot and the vent system
- Steam, extraction and ozone, not just a surface wipe
- We help you find the leak so it does not come straight back
- 100% satisfaction guarantee, pay only when happy
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Why Brisbane cars grow mould so easily
Mould needs three things: moisture, warmth and something organic to eat. A closed car in a Brisbane summer supplies all three better than almost anywhere in the country. Interior temperatures over 60 degrees, humidity that sits high for weeks, and upholstery full of skin cells, food crumbs and dust.
It almost always starts with water that should not be there. A window left down in a storm. A blocked sunroof drain. A perished door or windscreen seal. A spilled drink that soaked into the foam and never fully dried. Once moisture is trapped under a seat or in the carpet underlay, growth starts within 24 to 48 hours.
What you can see is a fraction of what is there. By the time visible fuzz appears on a seat belt or a seat base, spores are through the carpet underlay, into the foam and usually circulating in the air conditioning system. Wiping the visible patch removes the evidence and none of the problem, which is why it always returns.
It is also a genuine health issue, not just a smell. Mould spores in a sealed cabin are an irritant for anyone, and materially worse for asthma and allergy sufferers. If your car smells musty every time you turn the air on, that is what you are breathing.
How we actually get rid of it
Four stages. Skip any of them and it grows back within weeks.
Find the water
There is always a source. We check door and window seals, sunroof drains, boot seals and the cabin filter housing. If we find it we tell you, because treating mould without fixing the leak is money wasted.
Remove it physically
Extraction and agitation to lift spores out of the fabric and foam rather than pushing them deeper. This is the slow part and it is the part that matters most.
Kill what is left
High temperature steam through affected areas, then an antimicrobial treatment. Heat and the right chemistry kill spores that vacuuming alone will always leave behind.
Treat the whole cabin
An ozone treatment through the sealed cabin with the air conditioning running, so the vents and ducting get treated too. That is where the musty smell usually lives.
Vent system flush
Mould in the evaporator and ducting recirculates every time you turn the fan on. Our air vent flush, an optional add on, clears it, and on a mould job it is not optional.
Honest assessment
If the carpet underlay is saturated and rotten, no amount of cleaning fixes it and we will tell you that rather than take your money for a result we cannot deliver.
Before & after
Real Brisbane interiors brought back from genuinely bad states.
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What our customers say
Every one of these is a real, unedited five-star review from our Google profile. 268 of them, averaging 5.0.
Jayden from High Shine Club did an outstanding job. My car was returned in pristine, showroom condition inside and out after the Showroom Detailing package. The attention to detail was next level, from the exterior finish to the interior and even the engine bay, it genuinely looks brand new. The service was completed in around four hours, and the mobile setup made it incredibly convenient for them to come to me. From the very beginning, Jayden and the team were highly communicative, clear during the booking process, professional with invoicing, and consistent throughout the entire job. I couldn’t be happier with the result and would absolutely recommend High Shine Club and Jayden to anyone looking for top-quality detailing.
Zaak and his team were absolutely amazing. Our regular mobile detailer became so unreliable even when given our vehicle schedule 2 weeks in advance that we were forced to look elsewhere. The team at High Shine Club worked perfectly with our schedule of when our cars were at the office and barely went over the allocated time for a full detail. I've waited 12 months to leave this review as often businesses only impress initially but our quarterly details on the entire fleet have all gone perfectly also. I couldn't recommend this company more for any corporate client and have recently had my personal vehicle ceramic coated and was so impressed that I've included photos. Great young man running an impressive business!
The team at High Shine Club have done an absolutely brilliant job detailing my car. From initial contact, to sending quotes for their various packages, to phone conversations, to getting the job done, and finalizing payment on completion, to a follow up phone call from Zaak after the job was done — all a very organized, streamlined, easy and personal process. The staff take real pride in their craft, are well mannered and work very hard to ensure they do a perfect job. My car looks new again inside and out. Black as black again inside and a shine to beat all shines on the outside. I highly recommend the team at High Shine. An absolute pleasure to do business with them.
I have what some would consider a substantial car collection, plus a fleet of work vehicles, I’ve used almost every mobile car detailing company on the market and none, I mean none are as detailed as Zak and his business, I’ve always reluctantly handed over the money disappointed that service they provided was not as expected nor value for money. It’s not easy running your own business and being hands on too, Zak is a master of entrepreneurship, likeable, genuine, sincere and professional across all aspects especially communication… go on book him and I guarantee you he won’t disappoint. Well done Zak, welcome back to do my cars anytime your available 😎
One word "Sublime" I had an accident, I had left a full glass bottle of rum in the front seat of my kia stinger on a very hot day .... and you can guess what happened, yes it cracked in half & all the rum soaked into the seat & onto the carpet underneath. I mopped it up best I could & carpet cleaned it twice but still the smell of rum was still there, yuk. Until Nathan from High Shine detailed my interior. Nathan did a fantastic job, no more rum smell at all, he worked his magic & all my leather interior hasn't looked this good since purchasing my car 7 years ago. Lee-Ann Colhoun Aegis Safety
My car was recently broken into and oil sprayed throughout, along with forensics dust from the qps and months of neglecting to clean my children occupied car. I booked in for an urgent detail, unfortunately due to time constraints it wasn't able to be completed the first go around (our office closes at 430), Zaak called to check in on how the clean went and I mentioned a couple of things that still needed cleaning and he was quick to send grace back out to complete the job as soon as they had the chance. These guys clearly pride themselves on customer satisfaction. I would use them again.
I called on Monday and the team arrived the next day. I purchased a commercial truck that previous owner had dogs that would travel with him. Dog hair was throughout the truck cabin and Matt didn’t hesitate to get stuck in. After two hours the job was done and the truck had never looked so good without a dog hair in sight. As a fleet owner of commercial trucks, this level of service was far beyond what I expect from most of the photos they provided was on cars. Couldn’t be more happier with the result and will continue to have the team service more of my fleet.
I recently had my car detailed and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The service was excellent from start to finish. Zaak was very professional, friendly and clearly takes pride in his work. He carried out the detail on my car with a great level of care and attention to detail, making it look as good as new. Everything was done to a high standard, and you can really see the effort that went into every part of the job. I highly recommend Zaak to anyone looking for top-quality car detailing and outstanding customer service. I’ll definitely be coming back!
"Interior Restoration" & "Vent Flush" I was really worried about my Grandkids being in the car & thought I definitely needed a professional to do the interior of my daughter's car. It was pretty bad, & had some mould in a few places. I'm so glad I picked the High Shine Club. Talking to Zaak on the phone was a pleasure, he was so friendly, attentive & helpful. Very happy with the outcome of the car. I feel so much better knowing the Grandies & my daughter will be safe & not breathing in mould. Would definitely recommend using the High Shine Club & Zaak🙂
Thank you sooo much! Amazing service and such a fantastic result. My kids and dog had absolutely destroyed my car with spills, food, craft mess and more, and I was honestly embarrassed by the condition of it. The lovely man who cleaned it was so kind, professional, and completely non-judgmental — and honestly, even if he was secretly judging me, I wouldn’t blame him because my car definitely deserved some judgement 😂 But he worked absolute magic. It now looks so clean and smells so much better. I’m beyond grateful and would highly recommend!
Massive thank you to the High Shine Club. My car was desperate for an interior clean (due to my cat doing the one thing we don’t want our pets to do in our car), Zaak was super professional and friendly on the phone and booked me in as soon as possible. The team came to my house and left my car looking and smelling brand new, with a full detail, including a wax. Despite Zaak and his partner having to work in the rain they remained unbelievably friendly and did an absolutely amazing job. Would highly recommend them to anyone.
High Shine did an AMAZING job detailing both the inside and outside of our Car. It was like when it rolled off the lot from the dealers, BRAND NEW!!!! Zaak (One of the companies founders) was incredibly friendly, punctual, and communicates with you every step of the way. High Shine seem to be quite accommodating to their clients needs. Great price to top it all off!! Would gladly recommend to anyone, and I will be contacting High Shine again, when I need them. Thanks for a wonderful job guys.
My car had sun damage it was driving me crazy lol .So I did some searching and found High Shine The work done on my car is perfection. I’m happy to finally see my car shining ,the cut and polish is I’m more than happy with .I breathed a sigh of relief when I saw the finished job as I had a bad experience with someone else previously The work done by an intelligent hard working, honest good guy that knew what he was doing .I have no problem with recommending High Shine.Respectfully Thank you
Zaak was excellent and explained the deep clean sevice I wanted done on a 2025 Toyota Hiace Van. He was very professional., and excellent customer service. The process of booking a service and the payment process was professional and seamless. Nathan who conducted the detailing service was friendly, professional and very articulate. At the completion of the service, my van looked like it had just come off the showroom floor. I highly recommend High Shine Club and Zaak and the team.
I am extremely happy with the detail done on my car today. Zaak from the start was friendly, professional and upfront with expectations. The dog hair that was the main concern must of been a true challenge. Zaak explained that it may not all be gone but wow, what an amazing job he did. I'm very thankful and impressed with this young man's efforts and will definitely be back again. I will also be recommending him to family and friends Thank you Zaak.
Zaak detailed our car and delivered an exceptional experience from start to finish. His communication was clear, prompt, and professional, and he arrived exactly on time. He was incredibly polite, engaging, and clearly proud of his craft. The result was genuine showroom quality. It’s inspiring to see a young small‑business owner operate with such professionalism and care. I’m genuinely glad to support him and will absolutely be booking again.
I have an immaculate BMWX3 which has been maintained by me until my health deteriorated. I made an appointment with High Shine to take over my car cleaning. Superbly qualified cleaner arrived with all the machines and materials and left me with an as new vehicle. I will get them every two months for maintenance clean after the in depth clean today. I recommend others who want their immaculate cars kept looking that way to try High Shine
I had Matts car detailed for his birthday present from Mum. Wow, what an amazing job. It looked like a brand new car. Zaak did an outstanding job. We will do a detail every year. It was worth every cent. I would highly recommend this company. From the first phone call to emails and follow ups. Extremely professional. Make sure you give this company a try you will be so grateful like my son and myself. Thanks Zaak Annette
We made a call out to Zaak Friday Arvo he arrived Monday morning and spent 4+ hours in the heat bringing our work company car back to life. His attention to detail is amazing, it was a big job but one that is never too big for someone that knows what he’s doing! We 100% recommend this company to anyone looking to bring life back into their vehicle he is also mobile and comes to you!! 10 stars from us at Blue Care
Zac and Lawrence worked on our two cars today, the heat was incredible but that didn't phase them. They did an incredible job, last week another worker came to detail our vehicle but did a terrible job but Zac said he would redo the job at no extra cost and I am glad I used High Shine. Our vehicles need a bit of pampering from time to time as well.... So when you want a great job... Call Zac at High Shine Club
My car looks amazing. It hasn’t looked this good since the day I drove it out of the showroom. It had some water stains on the paint and unfortunately a few scratches from an incident last week. Zaak worked tirelessly in the heat all day to make my car look perfect. I will be highly recommending him to everybody that I meet! strong work ethic & great communication equalled an outstanding result. Thanks again
Could not be happier with the result. My Pajero is over 15 years old, and the paint had accumulated its fair share of swirl marks, I honestly did not expect it to come up this well. The team did a fantastic job; the paint now has a deep gloss and mirror-like finish that makes the vehicle look years younger. Even the wheels, tyres, and engine bay were finished to a very high standard. Highly recommended.
Very positive first impressions after today’s car clean & detail. Very professional from start to finish, from the booking process to the cleaned car , was kept updated on their arrival time. Once they arrived & we’re set up, I just left Matt to do his thing without having to watch over & prompt him in any way Car came up a million bucks from what it was . Very happy with work & recommend using them
“Absolutely fantastic service! These young guys are hardworking, professional, and clearly passionate about what they do. My car looks spotless inside and out—like it just came out of the showroom! They paid great attention to detail and didn’t miss a single spot. Friendly, efficient, and well worth the price. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending them to everyone I know. Great job, guys!”
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Car mould FAQ
Can mould be completely removed from a car?
In most cases, yes. Where the moisture source is fixed and the underlay has not rotted, a full extraction, steam, antimicrobial and ozone treatment removes it and the smell with it. Where a car has sat wet for months the underlay may need replacing, and we will tell you that upfront rather than after taking your money.
Is mould in a car actually dangerous?
It is an irritant for everyone and a genuine problem for asthma and allergy sufferers. A sealed cabin concentrates spores, and running the air conditioning circulates them. It is worth dealing with rather than living with.
Why does the mould keep coming back?
Because the water source is still there. A perished seal, a blocked sunroof drain or a leaking windscreen will keep re-wetting the same area. We look for the source as part of the job and tell you what we find, because treating the mould alone is temporary.
How long does mould removal take?
Usually 4 to 6 hours, longer if the whole carpet needs lifting. Ozone treatment adds time on top, and the car needs to air out afterwards. We will give you a realistic time when we quote.
Will my car smell of chemicals afterwards?
No. Ozone breaks down to plain oxygen and leaves no residual scent, which is exactly why we use it instead of a fragrance. The car should smell of nothing at all when we are done.
Do you service all Brisbane suburbs?
Yes. We cover all Brisbane suburbs, north side, south side, east, west and surrounds. Travel is built into your quote. We come to you wherever the car is parked.
Get your mould removal quote
Tell us what you can see and smell, and roughly how long it has been there. We will come back with a tailored price within five minutes.
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