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Tidal Wave Auto Spa LLC
Tidal Wave Auto Spa operates over 300 car wash locations across 30 states, generating recurring membership revenue and real estate returns since 1999.
Tidal Wave Auto Spa LLC
Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded in 1999 and has grown into one of the largest express car wash operators in the United States. The company's ownership structure functions as a family office, managing a portfolio of over 300 wash sites across 30 states as of 2024 (per the firm's website, 2024). The company operates through four wash tiers — Simply Clean, Hot Wax, Ceramic + Super Shammy, and Graph-X4 + Super Shammy — and generates subscription revenue via its Unlimited Wash Club. Its built-in water reclamation technology recycles water at each location, reducing waste compared to home washing. Tidal Wave has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Companies since 2020. No team size or deployment numbers have been publicly disclosed. The firm reports raising over $7 million for community causes, including a Charity Day event that has donated over $2 million over 15 years (per the firm's website, 2024). A notable operational marker: in 2023, the company was named a Champion of Charity by Professional Carwashing & Detailing. The company differentiates itself through a hybrid model — it is both an operating business and a real estate portfolio. Each location combines a recurring membership platform with physical assets, creating a capital structure that blends service revenue with property-backed returns. The firm has not disclosed its succession or governance framework.
General information
Firm type
Family Office
Year founded
1999
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
—
Corporate office
United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Tidal Wave Auto Spa?
Tidal Wave Auto Spa is owned by its founding family, but the specific ownership entity or family office name has not been publicly disclosed. The firm functions as a family office managing a portfolio of car wash locations and related real estate. (Altss research)
Does Tidal Wave Auto Spa invest outside of car wash operations?
The firm's known investments are concentrated in its car wash network. It has not disclosed any external investment activity in other asset classes or sectors. (per the firm's website, 2024)
How many locations does Tidal Wave Auto Spa operate?
As of 2024, Tidal Wave Auto Spa operates over 300 car wash locations across 30 states, placing it among the top four conveyor car wash operators in the US. (per the firm's website, 2024)
What is the business model of Tidal Wave Auto Spa?
The company operates express car wash tunnels, primarily through memberships (Unlimited Wash Club) and single-wash sales. It also owns the real estate under many locations, blending service revenue with property asset returns. (per the firm's website, 2024)
What environmental practices does Tidal Wave Auto Spa follow?
All Tidal Wave locations use water reclamation technology that recycles water on-site, reducing waste compared to home car washing, where untreated water and chemicals can enter local waterways. (per the firm's website, 2024)
Has Tidal Wave Auto Spa disclosed its AUM or annual revenue?
No. The firm has not publicly disclosed any AUM, revenue, or deployment figures. Only qualitative scale indicators (number of locations, states, and charitable giving amounts) are available. (Altss research)
What community programs does Tidal Wave Auto Spa run?
The firm holds an annual Charity Day event, which has raised over $2 million in 15 years, and a fundraising program that has raised over $6 million for local schools, churches, and civic groups. Total community giving is reported at over $7 million. (per the firm's website, 2024)
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