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Friday, 26 November 2021 / Published in Blog

4 Common Mistakes That People Make When Starting a Car Wash

It’s not really surprising that many people want to get into the car wash business. This is because car washes, when managed properly, can be incredibly profitable. With that being said, not everyone has the knowledge and expertise to properly manage a car wash. Because of this, many new car wash owners end up making mistakes that are detrimental to the long-term success of their business.

To prevent this from happening to you, we thought it would be useful to put together an article compiling common mistakes that people make when starting a carwash. If this is something that you’re interested in knowing more about, read on for the four most common mistakes that new car wash owners make when they’re starting out.

Assuming That Car Washes Run Themselves

New car wash owners falsely assume that car washes run themselves. This just isn’t the case. If you’re looking for a business that you won’t have to actively manage, then a car wash isn’t for you. For your car wash to be successful, you have to be hands-on and proactive. Remember, your income from your car wash will be heavily reliant on the services you provide so you’ll have to do all you can to ensure that you’re providing the best services possible.

Thinking That Car Washes Are Cheap

While you may think that car washes don’t really require a lot of money to run, this couldn’t be further from the truth. The operational costs of car washes can easily catch you off guard. Everything from the cleaning solutions to the equipment that you use will cost you a lot of money.

Assuming That Managing Staff Is Easy

This mistake isn’t exclusive to new car wash owners as most new business owners assume that managing staff is easy. Any experienced business owner can tell you that managing a car wash’s staff is a lot of work as you’ll have to monitor the performance of your staff. To add to this, you also have to ensure that they get the necessary training so they can provide your clients with the best possible services.

Relying Too Heavily On Equipment

Lastly, car washes aren’t just about getting the right equipment. In order to provide your clients with the best and most thorough clean, you will have to be mindful of all the minute details. You’ll have to ensure that the cleaning solutions you use and the water quality are all top-notch. Skimping on any of these things will lead to subpar services, which will reflect badly on your business and hamper your long-term success.

Conclusion

Hopefully, this article proves to be useful when it comes to helping you avoid common mistakes. While starting your own car wash will still be difficult, avoiding these pitfalls will go a long way when it comes to helping you get your business off the ground. Be sure to keep all of this information in mind when making decisions regarding your business

When you’re looking for one of the best car wash builders in Calgary, look no further than CCW Solutions. We are a company that designs and builds world-class car washes that feature top-of-the-line equipment and high-quality supplies. Team up with us today!

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