Kleen-Rite Radio

Ep. 31 (Busting the Car Wash Passive Income Myth)Thanks for joining us for episode 31 of the Kleen-Rite Radio podcast! The topic at hand is the “passive income myth.” It’s a common misconception that buying a car wash is a hands-off way to earn money, particularly with folks who have no car wash or mechanical experience. Marc and Phil use this episode to explain why viewing a car wash as passive income is unrealistic, unless it’s a long-term goal after a lot of sweat equity, knowledge-building, and hiring of trusted employees. This episode is especially helpful for folks who are thinking about buying or building a new car wash business without prior experience. Being an active operator is the most valuable approach, and it’s incredibly important to understand the effort required to achieve success. The message is NOT that you should avoid starting a car wash. The message is: Go for it, if you’re ready to put in the work! Thanks to Laurel for sponsoring this episode! Kleen-Rite offers an extensive selection of Laurel vending machines so you can find the perfect units for your car wash. Explore Laurel Vending Machines: https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-566-laurel-metal-products.aspx Reach Kleen-Rite at 800-233-3873 or visit https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com! Follow us on social media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kleenritecorp Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kleenritecorp/ Tiktok- https://www.tiktok.com/@kleenritecorp LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kleenritecorp/ Twitter/X - https://x.com/KleenRiteCorp

Ep. 30 (Key Water Quality Concepts for Car Washes) Marc and Phil are back for episode 30 of the Kleen-Rite Radio podcast! In this installment, the guys cover some of the important aspects of water quality and how it affects your overall car wash performance. Phil points out that doing a hardness test for incoming water is a crucial starting point. He explains why identifying water hardness and resolving it is crucial for your chemicals, both to get optimal results and avoid excessive use/waste. Continuing on that concept, they move into a conversation about water softeners, including some thoughts on choosing the size of your unit and deciding if you need to soften ALL your water versus softening only for select applications. Following that, Marc and Phil discuss the next steps of water treatment related to an RO system, like carbon filters, paper filters, and membranes. Included are some points about how often to check and change these items, as well as symptoms to look for to identify when immediate replacement is needed. They also share some tips on how to limit the stress on these items to maximize their lifespan. To finish the episode, Marc and Phil talk about what having quality water looks like in the bay, including wall cleanliness, rich foaming, effective cleaning, and application of RO water that allows vehicles to dry without spotting. Thanks to Laurel for sponsoring this episode! Kleen-Rite offers an extensive selection of Laurel vending machines so you can find the perfect units for your car wash. Explore Laurel Vending Machines: https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-566-laurel-metal-products.aspx Shop Kleen-Rite today and stock up on the supplies to optimize your water quality! RO Filters, Membranes, and Replacement Parts https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-899-ro-filters-membranes-and-replacement-parts.aspx Kleen-Rite Pro Water RO Systems https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-1942-kleen-rite-pro-water-plus-spot-free-ro-systems.aspx Water Softeners https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-900-water-softeners.aspx  Reach Kleen-Rite at 800-233-3873 or visit https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com! Follow us on social media! Facebook -   / kleenritecorp  Instagram -   / kleenritecorp  Tiktok-   / kleenritecorp  LinkedIn -   / kleenritecorp  Twitter/X - https://x.com/KleenRiteCorp

Ep. 29 (Fluid Movement and Physics of Cleaning in Your Bay)Welcome back for another episode of the Kleen-Rite podcast! In episode 29, Marc and Phil focus on some of the details of fluid movement in car wash bays and why understanding it is key to providing a proper cleaning without wasting water.They begin with a discussion about the relationship between pressure and GPM. Phil points out that GPM is often overlooked, with operators focusing too much on pressure instead of volume. Running at an excessively high pressure level without adequate volume not only doesn’t properly knock off dirt and grime, it can also cause damage to vehicles or result in an uncomfortable user experience. In their conversation, they talk about the importance of spray tips in relation to your water movement, both in choosing the correct ones and replacing before they degrade and throw off the volume balance. They encourage operators to either change tips every quarter, or at least run a “bucket test” to make sure tips are performing properly. Auditing spray tips helps you maintain optimal cleaning ability while also protecting pumps and other equipment from wear and tear. They finish with some general advice about things you can examine in your equipment room that affect fluid movement. Hear what Marc and Phil have to say, then use it find the “sweet spot” between pressure and volume in your bays!   Thanks to Laurel for sponsoring this episode! Kleen-Rite offers an extensive selection of Laurel vending machines so you can find the perfect units for your car wash. Explore Laurel Vending Machines: https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-566-laurel-metal-products.aspx   Shop Kleen-Rite today and stock up on the supplies that create an optimal customer experience! Spray Tips and Nozzles https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-882-spray-tips-nozzles.aspx Pumps https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-34-pumps.aspx Hoses and Fittings https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-44-hose-fittings.aspx Pump Accessories (Motors, Unloaders, Pulsation Dampeners, and more!) https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-42-pump-accessories.aspx   Reach Kleen-Rite at 800-233-3873 or visit https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com! Follow us on social media! Facebook -   / kleenritecorp  Instagram -   / kleenritecorp  Tiktok-   / kleenritecorp  LinkedIn -   / kleenritecorp  Twitter/X - https://x.com/KleenRiteCorp

Ep. 28 (Customer Touchpoint Audit) Marc and Phil are back for episode 28 of the Kleen-Rite Radio podcast! In this installment, they chat about the customer touchpoints that should be consistently reviewed to offer the best possible experience. They begin with some “low-hanging fruit,” including tasks like refreshing decals, replacing damaged signs (and keeping signage organized and minimal), and making sure guns, wands, and wand holders look new and fresh. After that, they launch into a more extensive discussion about chemicals, specifically focusing on the customer experience with them. The obvious top priority is nailing down dilution rates and delivery so your chemicals work as advertised. Don’t try to try to chisel out cost savings by buying cheap product or overdiluting – customers will notice! Additionally, invest in chemicals that have great scent, color, and foaming attributes that leave a lasting impression. Of course, none of this is just a “set it and forget it” process. Regularly test chemical performance in the bays, maintain dispensing equipment, and inspect holding tanks. Listen, create your own touchpoint checklist, and keep your customers happy! Thanks to Laurel for sponsoring this episode! Kleen-Rite offers an extensive selection of Laurel vending machines so you can find the perfect units for your car wash. Explore Laurel Vending Machines: https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-566-laurel-metal-products.aspx Shop Kleen-Rite today and stock up on the supplies that create an optimal customer experience! Kleen-Rite Custom Sign Series https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/custom-car-wash-signs Car Wash Chemicals https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-1034-car-wash-chemicals.aspx Dosatron Dispensing Systems https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-908-dosatron.aspx Coin Boxes and Accessories https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-1000-coin-boxes-safes-accessories.aspx Vending Machine Decals https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-47-vending-machine-decals.aspx Spray Guns https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-581-car-wash-spray-guns-fittings.aspx Wands and Holders https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-883-wands-pipes-holders.aspx Reach Kleen-Rite at 800-233-3873 or visit https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com! Follow us on social media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kleenritecorp Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kleenritecorp/ Tiktok- https://www.tiktok.com/@kleenritecorp LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kleenritecorp/ Twitter/X - https://x.com/KleenRiteCorp  

Ep. 27(The Art and Science of Car Wash Vending) Let’s talk vending! In episode 27 of the Kleen-Rite Radio podcast, Marc and Phil focus on the “3 Ps” of car wash vending: Placement, Products, and Pricing. Enjoy valuable insight from these industry experts to create optimal impulse buying opportunities for your customers that result in real revenue for you. Realistically, plenty of car wash operators look at vending as more of a convenience for customers than a true profit center. But that doesn’t have to be the case! Rather than accepting mediocre sales or even giving up on vending, it may just be a matter of rethinking your approach. Pull some ideas from this excellent conversation and apply them at your wash! Thanks to Laurel for sponsoring this episode! Kleen-Rite offers an extensive selection of Laurel vending machines so you can find the perfect units for your car wash. Shop Laurel Vending Machines: https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-566-laurel-metal-products.aspx   Kleen-Rite is a one-stop shop for all your vending needs. Shop now, stock up, and boost your vending profit!