Other Factors to Consider When Building a Car Wash

Zoning
Your selected site should be properly zoned.  Legalitites in zoning ordinances should be reviewed.

Speed Limits
A high speed traffic area may not be the place for a car wash because it may be difficult to enter and exit the wash.  The ideal speed limit is 25 - 40 mph.

Traffic
Though a high traffic area may be ideal, a very heavy traffic in urban areas may not, especially near intersections.

Property Costs
You may buy or lease your property.  Usually, a property purchase is a good investment.  However, leasing commercial property is an alternative choice if you have limited capital resources.  Commercial property prices vary from city to city and street to street.  Because the property itself may appreciate rapidly, it may be sie to purchase a more expensive lot in order to get that "perfect location".  Of course, you must justify the property cost with your gross income.

Lot Sizing
To calculate the number of bays your car wash will have, you must consider the size of your lot and the demographics.  Lot sizes must factor in setbacks and easements.  

Hi Performance Wash Systems can help guide you through the entire process of building your car wash from Step 1.  Our experienced staff is highly experienced with special car washing environment found in the Rocky Mountain region.