Expert Tips For Optimal Carwashing In Southern Utah’s Unpredictable Weather

5 ways to maximize your carwash in Utah

In these months of flip-flopping weather, it is the season for the car wash in Southern Utah. You don't want to be that car that looks like you drove off the set of Furiosa so get to the car wash and don't let the storms kill your street swagger.

1 The Space Between

Here is probably the biggest tip. Be patient when going into the tunnel. Even if an attendant is waving you in, pause just a moment. Why? Because the space between you and the car in front of you is going to determine if the machinery will have enough time to breathe between services. It's great when you get extra suds but a disaster when the spraying overlaps your drying cycle.

The pros call it drip space and they get very mathematical when planning carwash tunnels.

2 BYO...Uh...T Bring Your Own Towel

Many places wipe down your car when you are done, and some give you a towel. But Southern Utah dust is colorful and persistent. The pros come with a towel so they can touch up anything that might have been missed before it dries into a spot.

3 BYO hmmm S...B Bring Your Own Spray Bottle

This is high-end, but if you can remember to bring a spray bottle of clear water you will be able to spray off small areas of soap or red dirt so you aren't just smearing the problem. It's also nice to polish the windows when they dry a little too fast in our desert air.

4 Prep For The Clean

In the protection of your garage or the parking lot take some time to generally declutter and stow things you don't want to blow or be sucked away. Many times the Utah wind catches you off guard when you open all the doors for vacuuming.

5 Cheapest Is Not Always Best

Take a minute to look at the prices. Businesses commonly put the best value a little above the cheapest option. Most often for a dollar or two more, you can get the tires, undercarriage, or an extra service added to your wash.