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Welcome to Cactus Car Wash-an
oasis in the car wash industry and an
exciting new franchise opportunity. |
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At our six locations in Atlanta and
Charleston, Cactus Car Wash has created new
standards of excellence. We combine high tech tunnels and
unique methods of customer care to deliver
full-service car washing unlike anywhere
else. |
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For years, entrepreneurs and investors have
inquired about franchising. Now the business
that both Atlanta Magazine and Creative
Loafing name as "Best Car Wash
in Atlanta is finally available as a
franchise. |
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This website is for information only and is
not a franchise offering. We can offer a
franchise only in states where we are
properly registered, exempt from
registration, or otherwise permitted to
offer franchises. Before we offer a
franchise to any person, we must provide
that person with our Uniform Franchise
Offering Circular and otherwise comply with
all applicable laws.
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Industry
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The Facts |
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Americans drive more than 138 million automobiles. More than half get their cars washed professionally on a regular basis, and this percentage is growing. The International Car Wash Association's "Car Love" campaign points out that a professional car wash protects a car's value, provides satisfaction to the owner, and is much better for the environment than home-washing. |
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Car Wash Types |
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If you are serious about owning a car wash, you will need to learn about the car wash industry. Car washes come in six basic types: |
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FULL-SERVICE CONVEYOR WASH
- The customer gets out of the car, which then goes through a conveyor tunnel equipped with
machines which clean the exterior. Employees clean and vacuum the interior. Most full-service car washes offer detailing services such as waxing, polishing and interior steam cleaning.
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EXTERIOR-ONLY CONVEYOR WASH
- The driver stays in the car during the ride through the conveyor tunnel. The business does not provide interior cleaning, although these washes typically offer self-serve vacuum stations for use by customers.
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FULL-SERVICE HAND WASH
- Employees wash the exterior and clean the interior without the help of an automatic tunnel. Although this business requires less capital than a conveyor wash, it cannot serve nearly as many customers and requires higher labor costs.
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IN-BAY AUTOMATIC WASH
- An in-bay automatic provides an automatic carwash, the car remains stationary in a bay while the equipment moves back and forth over the vehicle. Gas station car washes are usually in-bay automatics.
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SELF-SERVICE CAR WASH
- At these do-it-yourself stations, the customer washes his or her own car, paying for time to use a water hose and detergents.
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Financial Information |
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Due to franchise regulations, we are unable to provide earnings estimates for a car wash. You may review other sources of financial information, such
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2002 Cost of Doing Business Report produced by the International Carwash Association. This report is available for a fee from the
ICA. Visit www.carcarecentral.com
for more information >>
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2004 Automatic Carwash Operations Benchmarking Report, published by Professional Carwash & Detailing, August 2004. This report is available for a fee from Professional Car Care Online.
Visit www.carwash.com
for more information >>
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Carwash Sales Pattern Analysis
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Record Year for the Mythical Carwash
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The information from these sources is not provided by Cactus Car Wash. We bear no responsibility for the accuracy or inaccuracy of any such information. |
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Industry
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To
learn more about the car wash industry, we
encourage you explore the following links: |
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Carwash Associations |
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Conveyor System
Manufacturer |
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Publications |
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Industry
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Franchise Opportunities
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As a franchisee, you will receive the Cactus Car Wash brand name, our unique service methods and systems, and extensive assistance and advice in every aspect of developing and operating your Cactus Car Wash.
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Owning a Cactus Car Wash
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Just as Cactus Car Wash delivers an outstanding car wash experience, Cactus Franchise Company, LLC will deliver an outstanding franchise experience. We succeed when you succeed.
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Investment
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Initial franchise fee: $30,000
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Royalty: 5.5% of gross revenue
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Expected startup costs:
$1,850,000 - $2,855,000 (excluding real estate costs)
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Term: 20 years, with 10-year renewal term
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Protected territory: Exclusive territory granted to each franchisee
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Multiple unit development: Available on a case-by-case basis
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Services
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Pre-opening: Extensive hands-on and classroom training program for
Owners and Managers, site selection assistance and business plan assistance
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Grand opening: two weeks of on-site assistance
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After opening: ongoing training and consultation
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Operating Manual: comprehensive guide to developing and operating your Cactus Car Wash
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Financing information: Please note that although we do not offer financing, we have developed strong relationships with lenders interested in working with our franchisees.
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Getting
Started
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Thank you for your interest in owning and operating your own Cactus Car Wash.
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Please be aware that opening a Cactus Car Wash requires a large investment. We estimate that startup costs will be
$1,850,000 - $2,855,000, excluding real estate costs.
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If you are interested in more information about a Cactus Car Wash franchise, please call us or complete our online information form. Your information will not be shared with any other party. We will contact you regarding franchise opportunities, and if you are qualified, we will send you our Uniform Franchising Offering Circular (UFOC) for review.
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Cactus Franchise Company, LLC
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2980-A Piedmont Road
Atlanta, Georgia 30306
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cactusfranchise@aol.com
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