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  1. Kimberly Berg

    Looking for a Mobile App for Self Serve and IBA

    Thank you for the update Slash007. Interesting about Coinless. I really hope Everwash picks up support and will continue to develop the app. We've been using it since September 2022, and usage has increased exponentially. 14% of our customers now use it and love it!! :love:
  2. Kimberly Berg

    New member question on pricing

    I have a very clean & modern 5-bay SS. From 2020 - 2023, my wash prices were $3 for 5 minutes. When the dirty and poorly maintained SS car wash up the street from me raised their prices to match mine late 2023, I quickly raised my prices to $4 for 5 minutes. I kept the same time, to not mess...
  3. Kimberly Berg

    SS HP wax

    HeyVern, do you use the Blendco in your SS wash? I use Blendco's Super Shield in my SS and customers have been very impressed with the shine & durability. I just called my Blendco rep and he said the Foaming Ceramic is a great product but 2-3x the cost of the Super Shield.
  4. Kimberly Berg

    Looking for a Mobile App for Self Serve and IBA

    When I was researching a mobile payment app for my 5-bay, 5-vacuum SS wash in 2022, I called Beacon, PayRange, Touch4Wash, Washcard. You can search this Forum by my name and read more details, or send me a PM. Here's a quick summary... I ended up going with Coinless and have been quite happy...
  5. Kimberly Berg

    Laurel Vending 5-column door

    I have a 5-column Little Tree door, in great shape. When we replaced the LED display to the LARGER DIGIMAX style, I replaced the door with the LARGER display window. Door measures 38 1/2" High x 21" Wide. LED Display window measures 3/4" High x 1 7/8" Wide If you can use, please message...
  6. Kimberly Berg

    best water resistant glue/contact cement for air shammee

    I've tried glue (JB Weld, plastic formula) but then it made it difficult to replace the nozzle down the road. Now I use a 3" long, narrow machine screw (10-24 with a cap nut). Drill through the cuff & hose. Insert screw & tighten cap nut. You can also use a little Loc-Tite (removable style).
  7. Kimberly Berg

    Doyle vacuums with pleated cartridge filters

    Oooh, I like that idea Randy! (y) What kind of material is your pre-filter made of? :unsure: I'll Google it to and try to find something pre-made.
  8. Kimberly Berg

    Doyle vacuums with pleated cartridge filters

    Hi Earl, not sure who your question was addressed to? I have 5 vacuums.
  9. Kimberly Berg

    I blame the crime on ______________________

    Drug activity. Unfortunately, I've got a drug house 2 doors down from my car wash & police are hesitant to do anything about it! 😖
  10. Kimberly Berg

    Doyle vacuums with pleated cartridge filters

    I wanted to give an update on buying 5 new vacuums... I looked at IVS, JE Adams and Doyle. IVS and JE Adams use the 4 vertical sock filters, while Doyle uses 2 pleated filters (like a shop vacuum). I called Doyle's customer references and they were very positive! I would rather clean 10...
  11. Kimberly Berg

    Once in a lifetime moment!!!!

    Sadly some people just don't care. I'm in Northern California where the eclipse was about 20% and still cool to watch. I was at my car wash, excitedly wearing my eclipse glasses, and sharing them with customers!! Next total eclipse is in 20 years - 2044!!
  12. Kimberly Berg

    Trash Can Recommendations

    No, I got a waiver too. I put together a Recycling Plan for the city, showing how we recycle each of the items. I have a dedicated guy who has a key to my dumpster and removes the bottles and cans 3x/week. The city inspected my dumpster and approved it! I personally recycle clean cardboard...
  13. Kimberly Berg

    Repair Day

    Wow, I wish running a car wash was as simple as cleaning and repairing! 😜 My SS car wash is open 24 hours and located on a very busy corner. I've owned it for 21 years now, and it's busier than ever! I have 2 employees who help me clean and handle minor repairs. This is my assessment of my...
  14. Kimberly Berg

    Trash Can Recommendations

    Hi Rudy, sounds great! Would you be willing to post a photo?
  15. Kimberly Berg

    Trash Can Recommendations

    We use 5 32-gallon blue BRUTE plastic trash cans and buy from Uline. They match our blue & yellow color scheme. To discourage theft & prevent blowing away, we attach with nylon coated metal wire, attached to block wall. We drill 4-1" holes in the sides for rain water to drain. We wash the...
  16. Kimberly Berg

    Pump life expectancy?

    I use CAT 310 pumps. Last year we replaced one that was 17 years old. We stay on top of maintenance, oil changes, replace water seals & valves regularly. What's the problem you're having with your General pumps?
  17. Kimberly Berg

    Car Wash 'Rules' signage

    Love it! MEP001 would be pleased (may he rest in peace). These topics never grow old. A Easter miracle indeed! ❤
  18. Kimberly Berg

    Repair Day

    Yes, I agree it's always something... :sneaky: I read a recent quote that "when you buy a car wash, it's not just a business but a way of life!" :ROFLMAO: After doing this 21 years I have to agree. I'm a very active hands-on Operator and run my business seriously.
  19. Kimberly Berg

    Looking for a Mobile App for Self Serve and IBA

    I decided to contact Jared, the owner of Coinless. Here is his text reply... "We are in a transition phase with Braden being gone, but the technical team is still in place supporting the app. We are looking for a Braden replacement at the moment. Without a Braden in place we aren't onboarding...
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