Thinking about starting a car wash business! I’ve heard mixed reviews on whether it’s truly profitable or not. 
What are the main factors that can make or break a car wash business? 
Looking forward to hearing your success stories, challenges, and any tips you might have!
Jumping into the car wash biz, eh? It can be a sudsy good time, but also has its share of dirt. Profitability really depends on a few things: location (high traffic is key), car wash type (automatic bays are faster but full-service can bring in more cash), and keeping costs in check. I know a guy who runs a successful self-serve wash near a busy highway, but another friend’s full-service spot in a quiet neighborhood struggled. There’s definitely money to be made, but do your research. Anyone out there car wash wizards with some pro tips? Maybe some horror stories too? Let’s hear it all…
Car wash profitability depends on location, pricing, services offered, and efficiency. Successful businesses benefit from steady demand, customer loyalty, and effective cost management.
80% of the time, you’ll be doing the dang machine repairs yourself, based on my experience. leaky hoses, vacuum clogs, pipelines, etc.
Ensure that you can offer retail goods because car products have higher profit margins.
Make sure your cameras are of high quality and have adequate lighting.
Long-term cost savings can be achieved using reusable water filtering systems, depending on the size of your vehicle wash.
-The weather is a major factor.
Fun occasionally, but stressful when things break