5 Mistakes People Make at Self-Serve Car Washes (and How Ultra Makes It Easy)

Apr 28

Self-serve car washes are the best way to get a deep, hands-on clean, if you know how to use them properly. But not all washes make it easy, and some common mistakes can cost you time, money, and results.

At Ultra Car Wash, we’ve designed our facility to make your wash simple, efficient, and satisfying from start to finish. Here’s how we help you avoid the most common self-wash mistakes:

1. Not Rinsing First

Many people jump straight to soap. Big mistake, loose dirt and gravel can scratch your paint if not rinsed off first.

At Ultra, our high-pressure rinse option is right at your fingertips so you can quickly blast off the heavy grime before applying foam or soap.

2. Missing the Undercarriage

You might not see it, but salt, dirt, and sand build up underneath your vehicle, leading to rust and long-term damage.

At Ultra, every bay features the ability to connect our undercarriage wash, easily activated with our high-pressure equipment to clean where it counts most. Just ask any one of our friendly attendants.

3. Using Worn-Out Equipment

Old foam brushes or low-pressure hoses at other washes can mean wasted time and incomplete cleaning.

Ultra’s natural hog hair foam brushes, 1200 PSI pressure washers, and foam cannons give you premium tools for a safer, faster, and more effective wash every visit.

4. Wasting Time and Money

Not knowing the right settings, or fumbling with outdated token machines, can burn through your wash time fast.

At Ultra, you can tap to pay with Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or coins, and our easy-to-use bay panels guide you through the process, helping you wash smarter, not harder.