Before your next maintenance call or nozzle replacement, consider this—what’s safeguarding your system from preventable damage?

High-performance car wash systems depend on consistent water quality. But behind every pump failure, clogged nozzle, or scratched finish is often a single, overlooked issue: poor water filtration.

Whether you’re running a high-volume tunnel or an in-bay automatic system, your equipment is only as reliable as the water running through it. Tekleen automatic self-cleaning water filters offer a smarter way to protect your operation—preserving equipment life, optimizing uptime, and safeguarding every dollar you’ve invested.

The Hidden Cost of Poor Filtration

Sediment, debris, and particulate buildup wreak havoc on your system. Cleaning and replacing nozzles, unclogging sprayers, or dealing with unexpected downtime isn’t just frustrating—it’s expensive.

Industry Insight: According to the International Carwash Association, equipment downtime can cost the average car wash over $2,500 per hour in lost revenue, labor, and repairs. For high-traffic locations, this figure is often higher.
Source: International Carwash Association, as cited in industry presentations and vendor literature including Professional Carwashing & Detailing Magazine and The Car Wash Show sessions. While the exact figure may vary by location and wash type, this estimate reflects industry consensus on the financial impact of unplanned downtime.

Now imagine cutting that risk by up to 90% with Tekleen automatic self-cleaning water filters, which proactively remove sediment before it causes costly breakdowns.

The Numbers Add Up

A single spray nozzle replacement can run between $50 and $200. Multiply that by 20+ bays across a month, and you’re looking at $12,000+ in annual avoidable costs—just for nozzles.

That doesn’t even include pump repairs, sediment-related clogs, or lost business from downtime.

“Tekleen filters cost less than one major repair call—yet they prevent dozens.”

How Tekleen Protects Your Operation

1. Prevents Clogged Spray Nozzles
   Tekleen filters capture particles down to 2 microns. That means cleaner water, longer-lasting components, and fewer emergency repairs.
2. Reduces Maintenance and Downtime
   Our self-cleaning filters trigger a backwash cycle automatically with continuous filtration during the cleaning process —no labor hours spent on cleaning spray nozzle heads, replacing filter media, or timely emergency shutdowns.
3. Conserves Water and Energy
   Tekleen filters use up to 90% less water during backwash compared to sand or bag filters—critical for operations managing tight water use regulations or seeking LEED accreditation.
4. Supports Environmental Compliance
   Tekleen helps you meet sustainability goals by aligning with regional water reuse standards and LEED frameworks. Our filters reduce waste, energy use, and reliance on disposable media – perfect for recycling process water.
5. Built to Last in Harsh Car Wash Environments
   Our stainless steel filters are corrosion-resistant and built for reclaimed water systems, high pressures, and sediment-heavy wash cycles.

Case Study: Great Dane Car Wash
When Great Dane Car Wash upgraded to Tekleen filters, they saw a dramatic reduction in nozzle clogs, maintenance interruptions, and unplanned downtime. The result? More reliable service, better water quality, and lower operating costs. With one automatic self-cleaning Tekleen filter protecting their whole system, they no longer worry about filtration failures compromising the customer experience.

Protect What You’ve Built: Your car wash isn’t just a business—it’s an investment. And Tekleen is here to protect it.