Just tell us. Stop in and let someone at the pay station know, or give us a call — we'll take care of it on the spot, no forms to mail and no waiting on hold. We won't try to talk you out of it either.

Is the wash easy on the environment?

We reclaim and filter most of our water — up to about 65% per wash — and use biodegradable soaps, then finish with a purified, spot-free rinse. Better for the Cape Fear, and your car still comes out without a water spot on it.

Are the vacuums really free?

Yep — free on every visit, whether you're a member or you just ran through once. Pull up to a stall, grab the hose, and take all the time you need. No code, no token, no catch.

Is there a discount for first responders and military?

There is — 20% off. Law enforcement, veterans, teachers, firefighters, nurses and doctors all get it. Just show your ID at the pay station. It's a small thank-you to the folks looking out for Wilmington.

Can I wash my dog here?

You sure can. We've got a self-serve dog wash — $10 a visit, or free and unlimited if you're a Protected member. Warm water, shampoo, and a dryer, so the muddy part of the day stays out of your bathtub.

Why do you ask for my phone number?

Two reasons, and that's the whole list: to text you a receipt, and to let you know if we close early for weather. We don't sell it, we don't sign you up for anything, and you can opt out whenever you like.

Your car washed like it's our own.

I'm Andy — a Marine, a neighbor, and the guy who actually owns this place. No private-equity playbook. No pushy promos. Just a genuinely great wash, free vacuums every visit, and a dog wash my own dog signs off on.

Veteran-Owned
Owner-Operated
Family-Owned
Locally-Owned

Veteran
Owned &
Operated

Wash Packages

Three honest washes.

Good, better, best — pick the one that fits. Memberships pay for themselves in about two washes, there's never a contract, and you can cancel any time by just telling us. That's it.

Unlimited Member

Cleaned

$25/mo

or $15 for a one-time wash

A solid everyday wash that gets the job done right.

Every wash gets

Soft Wash
Bug Removal
Wheel Well Cleaner
Spot Free Rinse
Wheel & Tire Cleaner
Underbody Spray
Tire Shine
Clear Coat Protection

Unlimited Member

Shined

$35/mo

or $20 for a one-time wash

More shine, more protection, more miles between washes.

Everything in Cleaned, plus

Rain Repellant
Hot Wax
Dry & Shine

Best Value

Unlimited Member

Protected

$45/mo

or $25 for a one-time wash

The whole nine yards — and the dog washes are on us.

Everything in Shined, plus

Pre Soak
Triple Polish Foam
Turbo Wave
Ceramic
Unlimited Dog Washes

Free vacuums with every wash — members and one-time, same as always.

Complimentary towels and interior cleaner with every wash.

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Who we are

The last independent in a sea of private equity.

Most washes in town got bought up by out-of-state investment funds. We didn't. We're still the same four things we've always been — and we plan to keep it that way.

Veteran-Owned
Andy served in the Marines. The standards he learned there are the standards this wash runs on — every single day.
Family-Owned
This is our family's business, not a portfolio line item. When you're here, you're dealing with us — not a call center.
Locally-Owned
Every dollar you spend stays right here in Wilmington. We live here, our kids go to school here, and we wash here too.
Owner-Operated
The owner is on site, hands on the equipment. If something's off, the person who can fix it is the person who answers.

Every single wash

What you get, no upsell.

This is the standard stuff, included on every wash at every price. No add-on line items, no upsell at the register, no nickel-and-diming. You shouldn't have to pay extra for the basics.

Included with every wash
Free Vacuums
Self-serve vacuums are free with any wash. Pull in, take your time, get the floors.
Included with every wash
Spot-Free Rinse
A purified final rinse, so the car can dry without hard-water spots.
Included with every wash
Power Dry
Real blowers push the water off. You leave dry, not dripping down the road.
Included with every wash
Soft-Touch & Ceramic
Gentle cloth that's easy on the paint, with ceramic protection if you want it.
Included with every wash
In And Out Fast
An express tunnel that keeps moving. No appointment, no long wait.
Included with every wash
Earth-Friendly Clean
We reclaim and filter most of our water and use biodegradable soap — easy on your car and on the Cape Fear.

Self-Serve Dog Wash

The dog wash

My dog approves.

Skip the bathtub wrestling match. Our self-serve station has everything you need for $10 — and it's free, unlimited, for Protected members. Bring the pup in while your car goes through.

Warm water & pet-safe shampoo
High-velocity dryer (no soggy ride home)
Raised tub — easy on your back and your knees
No appointment — walk right up, any day we're open
Complimentary towels and treats with every dog wash.

What we do for Wilmington

First Responders & Military

20% off, always

Law enforcement, veterans, teachers, firefighters, nurses and doctors all get 20% off — just show your ID at the pay station. No paperwork, no catch.

Schools & Teams

Fundraiser wash days

We run wash days for local schools, teams, and churches. You bring the crew, we run the wash, your group keeps the proceeds.

Wash Local

Every dollar stays here

Every membership keeps a Wilmington family in business instead of an out-of-state fund. Thanks for choosing the local guys.

In the neighborhood

Built for this town.

Wilmington took us in, and we don't forget it. A car wash can't do everything — but the things it can do, we do without making a big deal out of it.

Schools, teams, and churches — takes a minute.

Straight talk

We'll always tell you why.

A few things we ask for, and the honest reason behind each one. No fine print, no asterisks — if you ever wonder why we do something, just ask me.

Why we ask for your number

So we can text your receipt and give you a heads-up if we close early for weather. That's it. We don't sell it, we don't spam it, and you can opt out any time.

Why we ask for a Google review

We don't buy billboards or run a marketing department. An honest review from a neighbor is how the next person finds us. If we earned it, we'd be grateful — and if we didn't, tell us first so we can make it right.

Why memberships, not contracts

Every membership is month-to-month. No term, no cancellation fee, no runaround. If you need to cancel, just tell us and we'll take care of it on the spot.

— Andy, owner

On any given day