Flagstop Car Wash Forges Ahead with Hyperlocal Growth Strategy and Cutting-Edge Facilities

By Tim Fitzpatrick, Territory Sales Manager/Equipment

Now the largest car wash chain in central Virginia, Flagstop Car Wash has doubled in size to 16 stores under the leadership of partners Jamie Nester (President), Craig Marable (Vice President of Operations), and Derek Haynes (Vice President of Maintenance & Facilities), with 4 more locations slated for the near future. 

Flagstop excels with the latest state-of-the-art equipment and chemistry, along with free-to-use premium offerings such as vacuums, mat cleaners, body and glass towels, glass cleaner, and air fresheners at its express exterior washes. The chain is focused on continued growth of its popular monthly subscription plan as part of its hyperlocal growth strategy, increasing value to its customers and making the best use of its marketing dollars. 

The most recent Flagstop store opened in Petersburg, Virginia, in Fall 2023 and features top-of-the-line equipment and technology, including: 

• Central vacuum system 
• rTC tunnel controller, which combines and integrates all wash controls 
• Glowash LED lighting system 
• X Station car wash pay station 
• TSS signage for the grand entrance arch and other wash bay signs 

“We’ve had nothing but excellent experiences with Howco,” said Flagstop partner Derek Haynes. “From the sales force, with its competitive pricing, to their equipment installation and service team, everything has been exactly what we want and need. They are always very professional, responsive, and reliable. 

“These guys know the car wash business, and most have been in wash operations. That’s very important to us and beneficial to their customers, “concluded Haynes.