One of the most important decisions you'll make when starting off in the car wash industry is choosing the right company to help you build your business.
A story of two brothers’ success - Jun and Sonny Essenburg opened their first car wash in 1969.
648 South Point Ridge
Holland, MI 49423
Main Line: (616) 494-0771
None of us know what we don’t know, which makes it vital that car wash owners and operators establish functional methods to collect feedback and stay up to date on the different experiences customers are having at their wash. The benefits of this process are many, and can offer managers a window into their customers’ perspective, and the opportunity […]
Catch part 1 here! 5. Dead Bugs Bugs are an annoying seasonal problem that can seriously limit visibility during certain parts of the year. But after you power through a cloud of insects on the freeway it isn’t enough only to make sure that your windshield is cleaned and clear. You should also take the […]
Americans love our cars and, considering their importance to our employment, our recreation, and our personal independence, it’s important that we take care of them. But there are many threats out there that can make short work of even the best modern clear coats and paint finishes, leaving your ride looking dull, damaged, and neglected. Here are […]
Cold weather, long nights, roast turkey—and fantastic deals! Black Friday is on the horizon and it is up to car was operators to take full advantage of this season of spending and generate increased membership sales at local car washes. Keep in mind that there are a number of reasons why Black Friday is the ideal time for a […]
Content marketing can be a tricky concept, but when it comes to local car washes this surprisingly simple strategy can yield significant results. In essence, content marketing is all about providing great informational ‘content’ that paints your car wash in the best possible light and transmits the value and message of your wash into different digital spaces. […]
Building a car wash requires a significant investment in property, construction, and equipment that can take years of hard work to recoup. With this in mind, it’s hard to overstate the importance of maintaining a clean car wash facility when it comes to raising customer’s expectations and ensuring long-term revenue.
We’ve already touched on car washes’ superior water reclamation systems, features that make car washes a much more water efficient option for responsible vehicle cleaning vs. driveway washing (particularly in drought areas). But there’s another great reason for you to turn to your local car wash instead of the hose and bucket: water runoff.
The following PSA was released by the Bay Area Council, and just shows how important car washes can be for drought stricken areas like present-day California!
Your car wash’s logo and the stationary, decals, placards, and full-size back-lit facility signage that carries it will display your car wash’s message and identity to the world. So what message do you want your car wash to send and how best is a car wash owner or operator to approach the car wash logo design […]
You’ve got the location, the demographics, the business plan, and the financing. You’re all ready to begin construction and launch your own brand new car wash! Unfortunately, even the best entrepreneurs don’t know what they don’t know and mistakes are bound to happen. At Tommy Car Wash Systems, we’ve been helping new entrepreneurs with building […]
