When you picture a car wash, you probably think of the drive-through models with those big blue foamy brushes and maybe even an old-fashioned hand-operated version. But that’s only part of the story. Today’s car washes come in all shapes and sizes to meet every...
If you have worked in the car wash business for any length of time, you know that steel framed construction is the most popular way to build a new car wash or renovate an old one. You may also know why: it’s because it’s fast and cost efficient. When compared with...
Light gauge steel framing is a rapidly growing segment of the metal construction industry. According to MarketResearch, North America has seen an explosion of growth at about 4% since 2021. Nearly one-third of new commercial construction in the U.S. last year was of...
Car Washes Are Expensive But Profitable Projects Car washes are often expensive projects because to be really successful, they require an excellent location, which is expensive and high-cost equipment. The lower-cost self-serve models have their place, but many are...
You can make very healthy profits in the car wash business. Some earn upwards toward 1,000,000 per year, according to Entrepreneur magazine. However, it is a business that must be done right in order to make it payoff. There is a lot of research to be done, a lot...
There are 10 basic steps that will help you get your Car Wash project from dream-state to off the ground and running. Before we get into the steps, it's good to get a grasp on what some of your car wash business options are. 1) Find a Great Location Scout and find...
Generally, quick lube buildings are constructed in concrete block or framed with metal or wood. Both construction methods yield a solid building, however, they are some distinct differences that warrant some thought. Concrete Block Construction The Pros The big...
Pre-Engineering vs. Traditional Quick Lube / Car Wash Construction With respect to commercial construction framing of quick lube buildings and car washes, the traditional model uses a linear approach. You pour the concrete then you start framing the building. For the...
