Car Wash

A vehicle is a major investment. It’s important to keep it running smoothly and looking great. Tom Webb’s Auto Body, and now Car Wash, has been serving the Cincinnati area for over 32 years. Our customers have trusted us with their vehicle’s maintenance, and now we are proud to offer car wash services including self-serve and touchless options for your convenience.

Touchless Car Wash

In our touchless wash, sensors guide your vehicle into the correct position. An automated robot is then engaged to wet the surface, apply cleaning agents, and rinse the dirt and grime away. If our high-pressure water jets are not enough to clean off bugs or bird droppings, our touchless car washes have a thorough chemical process to finish up the cleaning.

Our touchless washes are great for maintenance cleaning in between more thorough handwashing. Our washes save time and money over your average car wash station or washing a vehicle at home. Before using our touchless car washes, we recommend lowering any exterior mounted antennas and tightly close all windows and sunroofs as the pressure jet can push water into very small spaces.

Self- Serve Wash

Handwashing delivers a much deeper clean and gives you the ability to wash small spaces and crevices that may be missed by a touchless wash. Washing by hand also gives you easier access to your vehicle’s undercarriage. If you own a high-end vehicle, handwashing is highly recommended for a gentler clean of your vehicle’s surface. Our bays are large to make washing any size vehicle a breeze.

You may wonder why it’s important to wash your car in a bay even if the weather is nice. Washing your vehicle in direct sunlight can cause the soap and water to dry too quickly and leave unsightly streaks and water spots.

Using specialized automotive soap is also recommended as other detergents can damage your car’s finish. A cleaning mitt or clean, soft towel and a scrubbing brush are also suggested. When washing your car by hand, always start at the top, and work your way to the bottom.

Initial Rinse

Give your car an initial rinse to loosen any dirt and debris. Work from the roof to the bottom edge of the chassis, and keep the hose pointed downward to force dirt to the ground.
Scrub your wheels next. This top to bottom approach will allow your wheel wells to be exposed to soap and water several times, which will get rid of any brake dust and other dirt.
Rinse the undercarriage well. This will remove any salt and other buildup to help prevent rusting.

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Applying Soap

After the initial rinse it’s time for the soap and elbow grease to get to work. You will have smaller areas of dirt and debris that will need a good scrubbing to remove.

Divide your car into sections. This will make it easier to ensure all dirt is removed and prevent you from wasting time by accidentally washing the same area more than once.
Make sure to check your washing mitt or towel for any debris before using it on your vehicle. Even small pieces of hard debris can cause scratches.
Move the mitt or towel slowly over the vehicle’s surface to allow the soapy water to penetrate the dirt without having to apply a lot of force. Several passes may be needed on extra dirty areas. Resoak the mitt or towel as needed to keep its surface free of dirt buildup.
Rinse each section before the soap dries as it can leave stains on your car’s paint.

Removing Bugs and Bird Droppings

You will want to remove these messes separately, and carefully, as you can damage the paint when scrubbing them off. Try to address these problem areas as quickly as possible as they can damage paint if they sit on the surface for too long. Use a cleaner specifically made for removing bugs and other tough debris. Allow the cleaner to sit on the spots for a couple minutes to thoroughly loosen the grime. When you scrub, use a towel (not a brush) so you don’t scrape your car’s finish. Follow this up with a good rinse.

Drying Your Car

Allowing your car to air dry will leave it covered with unattractive streaks. Use clean microfiber towels and run a towel along the bottom edge of the car to take care of any runoff. At this point, you can apply a polish or wax to give your car a lovely shine and protect the paint. You can also apply a water-repellant to windows to improve your visibility during rain or snow conditions.

Contact Tom Webb’s Auto Body

Here at Tom Webb’s Auto Body, we love your car as much as you do. We’ve been providing exceptional service for more than 32 years. Check out a “Before & After” to see our work for yourself. Get in touch with us to schedule an estimate for your own car. In addition to our two car washes, we provide services such as full collision repair, glass replacement, framework, and more. We are located in Cincinnati, Ohio and are proud to serve the surrounding areas including Norwood, White Oak, and Reading, OH.