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Can a Car Wash Preserve Your Vehicle's Value?

2/1/2020

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​There is certainly no shortage of car washes here in the Sacramento, and more specifically the Citrus Heights area!

Lately it seems a new one is opening around almost every corner.  Most of the newer ones are geared toward "self serve" type facilities.  While these are good for those of us who want to maintain a clean vehicle, they may not provide some of the advantages of a full service wash or detail. 

Perhaps we should take advantage of all the new options!  More frequent car washing can help preserve and protect our vehicles and help maintain their value.

Why Should We Wash Our Cars Often?

Car wash suds from Bauer's Car Wash, Citrus Heights, CA
According to the Federal Highway Administration, motor vehicle corrosion is a billion-dollar problem in the United States.  It's no wonder.  Road salt (if you travel into the mountains or snow country out of State), tree sap, mud, pollution, sun, and even dead bugs and bird poop all contribute to a year-round assault on your vehicle here in Northern California, potentially leading to serious damage and/or premature aging.

Hand washing vehicle at Bauer's Car Wash, Citrus Heights, CA
Safety can also be an issue.  Grime across your windshield and windows restricts visibility in all directions, and even a light coating of dust or pollen can impair your ability to see clearly, especially at night or when driving into the sun’s glare.

That’s why we here at Bauer's Full Service Car Wash encourage you to visit us regularly.  Washing your car removes dirt, residues and pollutants that degrade your paint finish and corrode the underlying metal.  It’s like anti-aging cosmetics for your automobile!

No Matter Which Method You Choose, These 5 Tips Will Help You Get the Most Out of Your Car Cleaning Routine

  1. ​ Wash often. The longer tree sap, dead bugs and other gunk sit on your paint and clearcoat,   the more damage they can cause.
  2.  Avoid abrasive soaps, cloths and sponges that can grind dirt deeper into your paint finish.   It's why we rotate cleaning materials regularly to keep scratches from developing.
  3.  Wash the undercarriage thoroughly to help prevent rust, especially after driving on road       salt in the winter mountains.  Actually, there are plenty of pollutants that find their way to   your vehicle down here in the Valley too. 
  4.  Don’t forget your headlights.  When you’re driving at night, in the rain or through an           unfamiliar area, you want every bit of illumination your vehicle can create.
  5.  Consider eco-friendly car soaps, such as biodegradable like we use here, to help lighten          the environmental impact of washing your car more often.

Hand Wash or Commercial Wash?

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Is hand washing at home or visiting a commercial car wash your best bet? 

​While both lead to a clean vehicle, you’ll cut your water usage in half by going to a commercial facility like ours and help keep toxins and soap away from street drains, which can lead to local waterways.  

When you are all done, finish up with a good waxing to give your vehicle extra protection and shine!
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1 Comment
Mia Evans link
8/24/2021 08:43:57 pm

Thanks for helping me understand that washing the car often would be able to remove the possible causes of damages. I hope that I can find an Eco auto wash center so that my car can be clean while I choose services that would be safe for the environment. It's because I have been living a vegan lifestyle for a couple of weeks now, so I want to be consistent in my choices as well.

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"I wanted to leave a review because I have been coming here for a long time and was always happy with their ability to get my car in and out quickly along with doing a really good job on it.  However the last 6-8 months or so I noticed that it was taking two to three times longer than it used to and my car was not cleaned good enough for the price I was paying.  The employees seemed to be working at an extremely slow pace and honestly it seemed that they needed more people to the ratio of cars. At that point I stopped going there completely. 

Then today I decided to give it another try since my car was extremely dirty and I did not want to do it myself.  I have to say I was impressed with how quickly they got it done way quicker than ever before.  They did a great job as well.  I noticed there were quite a few more employees and they seemed to be working a faster pace.  Also a lot friendlier. 

​I will definitely be returning! Keep up the good work!
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