What Kind of Pressure Washer Do I Need?
Choosing the right pressure washer and tools for your application is important. Use too little force, and you’ll have to repeat your efforts. Use too much, and you can damage…
Posts by Job Leach
Coin Acceptor Troubleshooting
Parker Engineering, the maker of Slugbuster coin acceptors, originally prepared this article for The Kleen-Scene magazine. At Parker Engineering, our number one goal is to make our product as bulletproof…
Car Wash Pit Cleaning is Getting Easier
Just the sound of the word sludge conjures up images of a smelly, gooey, black oozing substance. But for car wash operators, it’s more than just a disgusting thought –…
Car Wash Customer Loyalty Programs
Loyalty programs are an excellent way to ramp up the frequency of how often customers visit your car wash. While they can provide a great boost, it’s important to understand…
Why Presoak is Important for Car Washes – Understanding High & Low pH
Presoak kind of sounds like something extra that only the most dedicated car washer might do. In reality, it’s a crucial part of any car wash process. Regardless of it…
Car Wash Tip: Offer Air Fresheners as the Finishing Touch
When a customer pulls into a car wash or detailing shop, their intent is to restore their car to a condition as close as possible to its brand-new appearance. The…
Car Floor Mat Cleaners as an Additional Revenue Stream or Free Service
Note: This blog post was updated on 12/3/2021 to reflect product changes and add new content to help the reader. Success is in the details, and that is never truer…
Car Wash Chemicals: How to Reduce Costs Per Car with Ultra Concentrates!
Cutting Car Wash Costs Some folks who don’t own a car wash might think that it’s an easy business model generating unlimited cash. As skilled operators know, this isn’t quite…
Drop-Shelf Vending Machine Maintenance FAQs
We talked to the experts at Laurel Metal to learn solutions for common drop-shelf vendor problems. A mechanical or electric drop-shelf vending machine can be a great income source at…
Car Wash Weep Systems versus Anti-Freeze Soap
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using weep systems versus anti-freeze soap for your foam brush? When winter arrives, it’s time to think about freeze protection. For your high-pressure…