How Would Continued Minimum Wage Hikes Impact Carwashes?
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
HB 395, a Virginia bill aimed at gradually increasing the state’s minimum hourly wage to $15 an hour cleared a major hurdle earlier this month, passing through the Virginia House along a party-line vote of 55-45. The most immediate impact would come on July 1 of this year, when the bill, first introduced by Del ..read more
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Chemical Customization Positively Impacts Carwashes
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
They say it’s all about good chemistry, and nowhere is this more true than in modern car washes. From soap, chemicals, and the right equipment, the interaction of these elements determines how clean a vehicle will look after it leaves the carwash. Knowing the science behind the chemistry allows carwash owners to make informed product ..read more
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Innovations Have Reduced Water Consumption in Car Washes
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
While car washes are not typically thought to be water-conserving establishments, the truth about them may be surprising. On average, the car wash industry’s water conservation efforts lead communities to save more water than other businesses. Most updated car wash facilities have water reclamation systems that allow the re-use of water while the utilization of ..read more
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Three Common Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Building a Car Wash
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
When building a car wash, several factors are important to consider, such as location, type of car wash, and legal and tax issues. However, these are the three most common mistakes: Conduit placement errors during construction Insufficient space for turning radius Incorrect slop of trench Luckily, Iron Fox has experts to advise you on issues ..read more
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A Day in the Life of a Carwash Operator
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
Running your own car wash is a demanding business. It can, however, be an excellent investment for the budding entrepreneur. There are many advantages to launching a car wash business, and the demand for clean cars will never wane, so it’s a business with long-term potential. There are some disadvantages as well, including having to ..read more
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Save Water and Money with Carwash Reclaim Water Systems
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
Water is a necessity for any carwash business, but more and more, it’s becoming an expensive commodity. To mitigate these costs, a smart alternative is a reclaim water system. This process has become the norm for most carwash facilities as a means to operate more efficiently. Technology has now made the process even more efficient ..read more
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The Pros and Cons of Flat Bed Conveyor Systems 
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by Kathleen Haines
4y ago
One of the most talked about innovations in the car industry is the flat belt conveyor. If you own or operate a car wash, you may have asked yourself: “Is a flat belt conveyor right for my facility?” Like most business decisions, the answer is dependent on the business. Flat belt conveyors are a great ..read more
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The Power of Self Knowledge
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by ifxthoughts
4y ago
For those with an entrepreneurial spirit, the idea of opening a business is one that probably sparks great excitement, as it should. Smart potential business owners know that they must learn the industry and have a strong knowledge of scheduling, finances and other detail-oriented tasks. But the brilliant business owner realizes that personality is key ..read more
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9 Considerations for Car Wash Site Selection
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by ifxthoughts
4y ago
There are plenty of reasons car washes might fail. Poor management and bad employees certainly top the list in the minds of many. Perhaps the most impactful choice leading to success or failure, however, is made before the doors even open. It all comes down to that all too familiar mantra: location, location, location. Site ..read more
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Is owning a carwash a good business? Is it easy?
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by ifxthoughts
4y ago
Part II by Henry Weinschenk   Months, sometime years, have passed since you first started the project of building a carwash. You have spent a good amount of money on lawyers, architects, engineers, government fees, etc. besides paying for an expensive piece of land.   You are now ready to buy the wash equipment. There ..read more
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