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 Ridge Point
Holland, MI 49423
Main Line: (616) 494-0771
Our unique building design makes it easy and fun for your customers to get a great car wash.
Our equipment lineup sets you up for success inside and outside the wash tunnel.
Learn about why Tommy's Express offers the best franchise experience for car wash operators.
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Learn how to keep your wash running consistently and efficiently.
Learn the ins and outs of car wash chemistry so that you consistently produce a clean, shiny car.
Mitter curtains are essential to car wash tunnels, but they shouldn’t be a source of damage. Traditional mitter curtains, with their long, loose fibers, can snag on rear windshield wipers, leading to costly repairs and unhappy customers.
Known for innovation in car wash equipment and operations, Tommy Car Wash Systems has developed exceptional car wash detergents for your operation.
At Tommy Car Wash Systems, we know that reliable equipment is the backbone of your business. Our Service and Support Center is here to ensure your car wash runs at peak performance. From expert assistance to parts, we provide everything you need to keep your operations running smoothly.
Looking to add a splash of color and functionality to your car wash? Textured Tommy Balls come in six shades to match your car wash or add a new eye-catching hue. They are more than just dyed spheres though. They are heavy-duty and serve a variety of useful purposes. Strong and lightweight (only 23 pounds), […]
Are your customers struggling to clean their dirty molded floor mats? We have the solution. For years, car owners have grappled with the tedious task of cleaning these helpful, yet often neglected accessories. The patent pending Tommy Molded Mat Washer is here to transform the interior cleaning experience. We are proud to be the first to […]
Mitters are a workhorse in your car wash tunnel. They scrub away dirt and grime for a cleaner vehicle. But anytime car wash equipment, such as a car wash mitter curtain, wraparounds, or top brushes, must come in direct contact with a car, it increases the potential for damage. Equip your car wash mitter curtain […]
Items such as interior detail kits and air fresheners can help increase your total sale per customer and grow your business.
Whether paid or free, vacuums play a role in driving business at your express car wash. Designed for customer convenience, they are much more accessible than dragging out cumbersome vacuum cleaners and wrestling with extension cords at home. To make the most of your car wash vacuum station, you need to keep your vacuums in […]
Tommy’s POD system for detergents and maintenance is one of the best car wash equipment innovations of the last decade. The POD system allows operations to bring traditional backroom functions out into the wash tunnel for easy line of sight adjustment and control. However, being in the wash tunnel exposes the equipment to a harsher […]
Tommy Car Wash Systems is continuously improving design options for car wash sites of all sizes. The traditional multi-lane pay canopy requires more space, construction materials, and building requirements. To accommodate smaller wash locations and car wash buildings, Tommy Car Wash Systems now offers a Cantilever Pay Canopy that is “built-in” over only the cashier […]
