Clean up in business with a car wash

Terry and Nancy Schmautz are helping Alberta entrepreneurs clean up in the business world.

As the partners behind a fast-growing company named TD Industries, the Schmautz’s specialize in helping people launch and maintain successful car washes.

If you look at the amount of traffic on the roads in Alberta and the rapidly increasing population, factor in crazy local weather patterns, and do the math, you should see a great business opportunity staring you in the face.

And whether it’s a conveyorized tunnel wash, a touchless wash or self-serve wand wash, TD Industries has the equipment and expertise to keep you rolling in the right direction.

Terry and Nancy Schmautz of TD Industries have the expertise to help you establish a thriving car-wash business.

"We take your idea from start to finish," explains Terry, who started the business in 1981. "First, we consult with you to make sure your strategy is sound. We bolster your business plan by doing a feasibility analysis, like working with car counts and proforma statements.”

Terry, Nancy and their team of highly trained technicians allow you to see if it’s a viable venture, and will help you determine reasonable revenue expectations. They’ll even assist you in overcoming leasing and financing challenges.

Then they will help guide you through the engineering and construction phases.

“We work closely with the owners, contractors and all related parties to co-ordinate a properly built wash under the established guidelines,” says Nancy.

"Running a car wash is a fantastic business, but you have to do things right to reduce the risk.”

Terry’s training as a machinist and knack for the business have made him the premier car-wash architect in Western Canada – and that’s an important factor in minimizing risk. When he works up the plans, manufactures the parts and implements car-wash systems, the 21 years of experience ensure it’s going to be done right the first time.

His handiwork has helped establish cutting-edge car washes at gas stations for Petro-Canada, Husky/Mohawk and Federated Co-op.

Be it a sophisticated entry system, fleet cards, a hydraulic door opener or cleaning products, TD Industries either has it in their shop or will brig it in for you from their many suppliers.

"We enjoy the routine maintenance, and will also take on any refurbishing, restoring or retrofitting projects," says Nancy. "We love every part of the business, and I think our customers appreciate our passion for helping them succeed."

Owning a car wash doesn’t mean you have to watch over the business 24 hours a day, Nancy notes.

“With today’s wash facility, many owners are spending 2-5 hours a day at the wash, so dependability and security are critical elements of the business.

“Systems that open and close the wash automatically, vac-it-up money- collection systems, entry systems that use credit, prepaid keys, cash or codes decrease the need for labour dramatically.

“Meanwhile, undercarriage sprays, in-bay vacuums, in-bay carpet shampooer, triple-foam guns in self-serve and spot-free rinse are examples of features that enhance the wash while increasing profits for the owner.”

Call toll-free 1-888-644-0502 for more information on how TD Industries can help you launch a car-wash business, or take your existing business to a new level.