Car Wash Recruiting
Matt BrunkHiring the right people is key to a successful car wash. Learn practical ways to attract quality applicants, write better job ads, and streamline your hiring process to build a stronger team.
The Car Wash Blog
Practical Insights for Building and Operating High-Performing Car Washes
What You'll Find on the CarwashOS Blog
The CarwashOS Blog is a practical resource for car wash owners, investors, operators, and industry partners who want to run more efficient, profitable, and scalable car wash businesses. We share real-world insights drawn from hands-on operating experience—not theory. Our content focuses on the systems, decisions, and operational disciplines that separate high-performing car washes from those that struggle.
Our articles cover the most critical areas of car wash operations, including:
Car wash operations and process improvement
Employee training, staffing, and retention
Preventative maintenance and equipment management
Membership programs and recurring revenue strategies
Customer experience and service consistency
Pre-opening preparation and startup best practices
Industry trends affecting car wash owners and investors
Whether you’re planning a new car wash, optimizing an existing operation, or scaling multiple locations, the CarwashOS Blog is designed to help you make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and improve performance over time.
New articles are added regularly to support owners and operators at every stage of the car wash lifecycle.
Posts
Matt Brunk
Winter Preparedness: Why the Work You Do In Fall Decides How Your Winter Goes
Matt BrunkWinter doesn’t have to mean emergency repairs and lost revenue. A formal winter preparedness checklist—covering heat, water, snow, equipment, and employees—helps car wash operators stay ahead of the cold.
Three Keys to Managing Multiple Car Wash Locations Without Losing Control
Matt BrunkScaling to multiple car wash locations doesn't have to mean losing control. Learn how documented training, consistent audits, and weekly operations meetings create accountability, maintain standards, and keep every site operating consistently.
Peaks & Valleys of Car Wash Operations
Matt BrunkBusy days are for serving customers. Slow days are for preparing for what's next. Learn how the "Peaks and Valleys" system helps managers stay ahead of maintenance, training, and operations.
What Makes a Great Car Wash Manager?
Matt BrunkLearn what three core traits to look for when hiring a manager for your car wash.
How to Hold Employees Accountable Without Losing Them
Matt BrunkHold employees accountable without hurting morale. Learn four simple steps to set clear expectations, reinforce procedures, and use positive coaching to keep your team engaged and performing at their best.
Check Out More Articles & Videos from CarwashOS in Professional Publications
PC&D: Unscripted Ep. 77: Building Car Wash Culture
Building a Great Car Wash Culture
Unwilling or Unable?
4 Pillars of Car Wash Operational Excellence
5 Steps to Mastering Off-Site Management
Securing Funding: What Option is Best for You?
Invest in Your Culture - Create an Environment Where Employees Feel Valued & Engaged
The Value of Playbooks
