Car Wash Services in Greater Milwaukee: Your complete guide

The greater Milwaukee metropolitan area offers more than 65 car wash locations spanning from Ozaukee County in the north to Racine County's border in the south, with options ranging from $6 express washes to $375 premium detailing packages. Families will find particularly good value at locations offering free vacuums, unlimited monthly memberships starting at $16.99, and unique amenities like pet wash stations and mat cleaning rooms. This guide covers every type of service—automatic tunnel washes, self-service bays, touchless options, hand wash facilities, and professional detailing centers—organized by community for easy trip planning.

North Shore communities

The eight North Shore communities share access to several highly-rated car washes, with Jilly's Car Wash locations in Glendale and Mequon serving as the area's anchor facilities. These family-owned operations feature Wisconsin's only belt conveyor systems in the region—a technology that eliminates the metal rollers and alignment targets that can damage vehicles.

Glendale

Jilly's Car Wash
5100 N Port Washington Road, Glendale, WI 53217 | (414) 212-8818

• Services: Belt conveyor automatic wash, four package options

• Pricing: $10 basic to $20 premium; Unlimited Club from $24.99/month (up to 2 washes daily)

• Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-8:30pm, Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-6pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums on both sides, free air blowers, towels, window cleaner, Armor-All, carpet cleaner, complimentary air fresheners and dog treats

• Family plans: $19/month for 2nd and 3rd vehicles

• Payment: Credit cards accepted

North Shore's Finest Auto Detailing
7505 N Port Washington Road, Glendale, WI 53217 | (414) 704-0816

• Services: Professional hand wash packages, full detailing, large vehicle accommodations

• Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm, closed Sunday

• Special features: No additional charge for trucks, SUVs, vans on wash packages; 100% satisfaction guarantee; family-owned since 2006

Reflections Detailing
Glendale & Milwaukee area | reflectionsdetailingmke.com

• Services: Ceramic coating, paint protection film (PPF), rubber undercoating for rust protection, paint correction, engine cleaning

• Special features: Specializes in Wisconsin winter road salt protection

Mequon

Jilly's Car Wash
10829 N Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI 53092 | (262) 236-9693

• Services: Belt conveyor wash, seasonal self-serve dog wash, floor mat washing station

• Pricing: $10-$20 single wash; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-6pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums both sides, air blowers, towels, cleaning supplies

• Family-friendly: Seasonal pet wash station available

Silver Spray Service/Car Wash
11522 N Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI 53092 | (262) 241-4388

• Services: Touchless automated wash, full service option, underbody wash, auto repair, Shell gasoline

• Pricing: Basic wash from $6

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 8:30am-5pm

• Special features: Combined gas station, car wash, and ASE-certified auto repair; brushless/touchless option

North Shore's Finest Auto Detailing
10315 North Washington Road, Mequon, WI 53092 | (414) 704-0816

• Services: Hand wash packages, full detailing

• Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm

Bayside

North Shore's Finest Auto Detailing
310 E Brown Deer Road, Bayside, WI 53217 | (414) 704-0816

• Services: Professional hand wash, interior cleaning, shampooing, conditioning, wheel and tire care

• Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm

Brown Deer Area

Car Choice Auto Wash
8300 N Teutonia Avenue, Brown Deer, WI 53209 | (414) 365-2840

• Services: 5 self-service spray bays, 2 touchless automatic bays, 6 vacuum stations, 2 fragrance machines

• Features: Spot-free rinse (reverse osmosis water treatment), foam brush, tire/engine cleaner, bug remover

• Hours: Daily 7am-9pm

• Eco-friendly: Reverse osmosis water system

Scrub-A-Dub Car Wash
8780 W Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI 53224 | (414) 302-1090

• Services: Express automatic wash, ceramic polish, underbody flush, wheel brite

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 7am-7pm

• Membership: Scrub Club unlimited valid at all 11 locations

• Amenities: FREE vacuums

• Notable: Wisconsin's first automated car wash, established 1947

Mister Car Wash
7338 W Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223 | (414) 296-8345

• Services: Full exterior wash, multiple tier packages, emission testing

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 8am-6pm

• Membership: Unlimited Wash Club (nationwide access at 500+ locations)

• Amenities: Free vacuums, neon lighting experience during wash

Near North Shore Border

Pit Stop Car Wash (Women-owned)
2021 W Silver Spring Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53209 | (414) 354-9619

• Services: Touch-free automatic wash, multiple package levels, underbody flush

• Hours: Daily 6am-9pm

• Pricing: Competitive; mobile app offers loyalty rewards and FREE birthday "lava wash"

• Payment: Cash and credit cards, change given at machine

• Notable: Touch-free only—excellent for vehicles sensitive to wash conditions; in business since 1998

Pit Stop Car Wash & Secured Self Storage
8805 N 107th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53224 | (414) 323-2018

• Services: Touch-free automatic, self-service bays

• Hours: Daily 5am-9pm

• Special features: Combined 5-acre facility with car wash and self-storage

Soft Touch Express Car Wash
5630 N Teutonia Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53209 | (414) 438-1357

• Services: Express automatic, interior cleaning, detailing

• Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-6pm, Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-3pm

• Payment: All major credit cards, debit, checks

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible; near I-43 Exit 78

Mobile Detailing Services (North Shore Coverage)

Executive Auto Detail
(414) 736-4000 | executiveautodetailwi.com
Service Area: Milwaukee, Glendale, Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, Fox Point, Bayside, River Hills, Mequon, Brown Deer

• Services: Mobile detailing at your location, hand car wash, ceramic coating, boats and RVs

• Pricing: Interior Detail $125-$275; Exterior Detail $200-$350; Complete Detail $280-$450 (varies by vehicle size)

• Hours: Daily 7am-7pm

• Notable: A+ BBB rating, 14 years in business, uses Meguiar's and 3M products

Milwaukee City neighborhoods

The City of Milwaukee hosts everything from award-winning hand wash operations downtown to Wisconsin's largest car wash tunnel on the southwest side. Express tunnel washes dominate, with multiple chains competing for customers through aggressive membership pricing.

Downtown / Lower East Side

Metro Car Wash & Detailing (Award-winning)
1510 N Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 | (414) 223-3100

• Services: Full-service hand wash, comprehensive detailing packages

• Pricing:

  • Economy Wash (exterior): $30-$35

  • Full-Service Hand Wash: $40-$50

  • Presidential Wash & Express Detail: $75-$105

  • Detail Packages: $100-$375 (five levels)

• Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm

• Notable: Shepherd Express "Best of Milwaukee" award winner; no appointment needed for basic washes

East Side / Riverwest

Zippy's Car Wash
310 E Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212 | (414) 323-1717

• Services: Express tunnel wash

• Pricing: Express $6/wash or $16.99/month unlimited; Shine $10/$19.99; Wax & Protect $15/$27.99

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-9pm, Sun 8am-7pm

• Membership: Family Plans $19/month for additional vehicles; fleet plans available

• Promotions: Wild Wednesday—best wash only $9; 3-Day Rewash Policy (free Express wash within 3 days of Wax & Protect purchase)

• Amenities: Free vacuums, free air guns for drying

West Side / Marquette Area

Scrub-A-Dub (Original Location)
2323 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233 | (414) 302-1090

• Services: Automatic express, ceramic polish, underbody flush, wheel brite

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Membership: Scrub Club Unlimited valid at all locations

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, air machine

• Historic: Wisconsin's first automated car wash since 1947—over 75 years of service

Zippy's Car Wash
1129 W Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205 | (414) 751-0707

• Same services, pricing, and amenities as Capitol Drive location

Midtown / Northwest Milwaukee

Tsunami Express
5209 W Fond du Lac Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53216

• Services: State-of-the-art CleanTech tunnel ($1+ million in wash technology)

• Amenities: Free vacuums, automatic mat washers, complimentary tire inflation, free garbage bags, car wipes, lint rollers, Windex

• Membership: Affordable monthly plans for daily washing

South Side / Wilson Park

Scrub-A-Dub
4240 S 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53221 | (414) 302-1090

• Services: Express car wash, oil change services

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Membership: Scrub Club Unlimited

Scrub-A-Dub
6231 S Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI | (414) 563-0069

• Services: Car wash and oil change center

• Location: Near Mitchell International Airport

Mister Car Wash
160 W Layton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207 | (414) 810-4111

• Services: Express wash, unlimited wash club, detailing, free vacuums

• Hours: Daily 7am-7pm

Southwest Side

Warrior Wash Milwaukee (Largest in Wisconsin)
640 S 70th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53214

• Services: Soft-touch express tunnel

• Hours: Daily 7am-7pm (may close early for weather)

• Features: 155-foot long tunnel (Wisconsin's largest), 35 free vacuum stalls (13 feet wide), free air wands, free microfiber towels, free interior cleaning spray

• Special: Mat wash room ($1 for 10 minutes); Rain-X and Armor-All Professional products

• Membership: Unlimited plans for daily washing

• Notable: Locally owned; claims largest car wash in Wisconsin

Mister Car Wash
10685 W Layton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53228 | (414) 269-2425

• Services: Express exterior, HotShine® Carnauba Wax, wheel polish, fleet accounts

• Features: Truck wash capability, underbody wash, touchless option, free Wi-Fi

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

Bay View

Laser Touchless Car Wash
2005 S Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207 (at BP Gas Station)

• Services: Touchless automatic wash, truck wash capability

• Pricing: Starting at $9 (includes high pressure spray, soaping, rinse, spot-free coating, undercarriage spray)

• Amenities: Free vacuum, free air

• Rating: 4.4/5 stars (81+ reviews)

• Notable: True touchless technology—excellent for paint protection concerns

Mister Car Wash
2260 Miller Park Way, Milwaukee, WI 53219

• Services: Express wash, auto detailing, unlimited memberships

Western suburbs

Waukesha County offers an impressive density of car wash options, with Jilly's Car Wash operating seven locations throughout the western corridor. The area also features the only Jilly's location with a full-service detailing center, located in Brookfield.

Wauwatosa

FLEX Car Wash
7240 W North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53213 | (262) 227-9274

• Services: Express soft-touch tunnel, full service detailing (Levels 1-3)

• Hours: Daily 7:30am-7:30pm

• Amenities: Free vacuums, free interior wipe-down with every wash

• Eco-friendly: Environmentally safe chemicals, sanitary sewer drainage

• Membership: FLEX Unlimited Club with VIP perks, monthly free full service upgrade with select plans

Jilly's Car Wash
Wauwatosa location | (near Butler, Brookfield, Elm Grove, West Allis)

• Services: Belt conveyor wash (3-minute guarantee)

• Pricing: $10-$21 single; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-7pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums both sides, air blowers, towels, window cleaner, Armor-All, carpet cleaner, dash wipes, air chucks

Scrub-A-Dub Car Wash & Oil Change
11333 W Locust Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53222 | Car Wash: (414) 258-9099 | Oil Change: (414) 476-2000

• Services: Automatic wash, full service oil change, transmission flush, air filters, preventative maintenance

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 7am-7pm

• Membership: Scrub Club Unlimited (unlimited washes plus oil change discounts)

• Amenities: FREE vacuums

Brookfield

Jilly's Car Wash (Only Location with Full Detailing Center)
Brookfield, WI

• Services: Belt conveyor wash, FULL SERVICE AUTO DETAILING CENTER (exclusive), waxing, polishing, carpet and upholstery shampooing

• Pricing: $10-$21 single; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-7pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums both sides, cleaning supplies

• Notable: Only Jilly's location offering comprehensive detailing services

Mister Car Wash
Brookfield, WI

• Services: Express tunnel, 360-degree Titanium Dioxide treatment, Carnauba wax, Ceramic Shield, brake dust cleaning

• Membership: Unlimited Wash Club via mobile app; business account program available

Elm Grove

Jilly's Car Wash
Elm Grove, WI

• Services: Belt conveyor wash, convenience store, gas pumps

• Pricing: $10-$20 single; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-7pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums—only free vacuums in the Brookfield/Wauwatosa area

• Notable: Full-service convenience store and gas station combined

Waukesha

Jilly's Car Wash (Newest Location)
2301 W Bluemound Road, Waukesha, WI 53186

• Services: Belt conveyor wash, extended tunnel with forced heat drying, automated tire shine, interior detailing station

• Pricing: $10-$21 single; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-7pm

• Amenities: 20 high-powered vacuum units on both sides, air blowers, cleaning supplies

• Features: Fast-payment lanes; opened 2024 (7th Jilly's location)

Tsunami Express Car Wash
1676 Arcadian Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53186

• Pricing:

Package Single Monthly Unlimited Big Wave (basic) $10 $19.99 Wax & Wave $16 $29.99 Ceramic $22 $39.99 Graphene Xtreme $25 $44.99

• Features: Underbody wash all packages, spot-free rinse, ceramic seal, NEW Graphene Xtreme Protectant

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, free tire air with PSI selection, complimentary detail center, mat cleaner, members-only fast lane

Melges Car Wash
169 NW Barstow Street, Waukesha, WI 53186 | (262) 544-4350

• Pricing: Basic $12, Mid-Level $17, Premium $23

• Add-ons: Ceramic coating, tire shine, underbody flush

• Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-4pm

• Membership: Unlimited Wash Club (license plate recognition, cancel anytime); works at Waukesha and Lake Geneva locations

• Note: $1 upcharge for oversized vehicles

Take 5 Car Wash
1676 Arcadian Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53186 | (262) 623-5116

• Services: Pro5 washes powered by Armor All Professional, ceramic shield

• Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-5pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, Pro5 Detail Center, microfiber towels, glass cleaners

• Membership: Take 5 Unlimited (works across national network)

Pewaukee

Jilly's Car Wash
1293 Capitol Drive, Pewaukee, WI 53072 | (262) 421-8233

• Services: Belt conveyor wash—only belt conveyor in Lake Country area

• Pricing: $10-$20 single; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-7pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums—only free vacuums in Lake Country area

• Service area: Delafield, Hartland, Merton, Nashotah, Oconomowoc, Sussex, Summit

Take 5 Car Wash
2200 Silvernail Road, Pewaukee, WI 53072

• Services: Pro5 washes, tire shine, ceramic shield

• Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-6pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, Pro5 Detail Center

New Berlin

Tsunami Express Car Wash
15301 W Coffee Road, New Berlin, WI (near Sendik's and Goodwill)

• Pricing: Big Wave $10/$19.99; Wax & Wave $16/$29.99; Ceramic $22/$39.99; Graphene Xtreme $25/$44.99

• Hours: 8am-8pm (April-September), varied winter hours

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, DIY detailing tools, free tire air

Roadrunner Express Car Wash & Oil Change
5275 S Moorland Road, New Berlin, WI 53151 | (262) 505-6575

• Car Wash Pricing:

Package Single Monthly Express $10 $20 Clean $15 $25 Protect $18 $30 Shine $22 $40

• Oil Change: Regular $49.99; Synthetic $89.99; FREE car wash with synthetic oil change

• Hours: Mon-Thu 8am-6:30pm, Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm

• Membership perks: Access to all 3 Roadrunner locations, 20% off oil changes, 10% off detail services

National Car Wash (Self-Service with Truck Capability)
14967 W National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151 | (262) 784-4777

• Services: Self-service bays, TRUCK WASH capability, touchless/automatic bays, underbody wash

• Features: 5 bays total (2 self-service, 1 soft wash, 2 automatic), heated floors and aprons, air guns

• Notable: One of few remaining self-service car washes; accommodates trucks and larger vehicles

Menomonee Falls

Jilly's Car Wash (NEW)
N79W14650 Appleton Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI

• Same pricing and amenities as other Jilly's locations

• Status: NOW OPEN (newest location)

Roadrunner Express Car Wash
N88W15382 Main Street, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 | (262) 250-9020

• Pricing: Express $10/$20; Clean $15/$25; Protect $18/$30; Shine $22/$40

• Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6:30pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm

• Special: FREE car wash with every oil change

Mister Car Wash
N95W18255 Appleton Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 | (262) 251-7332

• Services: Express tunnel, Titanium Dioxide 360° treatment, carnauba wax, ceramic shield, underbody protection

Southern suburbs

The southern corridor from West Allis through Oak Creek offers some of the metro's best pricing, with Tsunami Express maintaining five locations in this region. Family-owned West Allis Car Wash provides a full-service alternative with senior and military discounts.

West Allis

West Allis Car Wash (Family-Owned 35+ Years)
West Allis, WI | westalliscarwash.com

• Services: Full-service wash, exterior express, professional detailing

• Pricing:

  • Express (exterior only): $14.50

  • Regular Full Service: $22.00 (wash, underbody, vacuum, windows, mats, towel dry)

  • Super Wash: $28.00 (+ clear coat conditioner)

  • Deluxe Wash: $32.25 (+ wax, wheel cleaner, air freshener)

  • Rain-X Plus: $36.25 (+ surface protectant, tire dressing)

  • Full-size trucks/SUVs: +$2.00

• Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-5pm; Sun 9am-2pm (summer)/9am-3pm (winter)

• Detailing: Buff & Wax $225; Hand Wax $125

• Discounts: Early Bird Special $3 off Mon-Thu 8-11am; Senior/Military/Police/Firefighter $1 off daily

• Membership: 6/5 Wash Book starting at $72.50

• Payment: Credit cards, gift cards ($25-$200)

Tsunami Express Car Wash (Oklahoma Ave)
10928 W Oklahoma Avenue, West Allis, WI 53227

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: Free vacuums, free detailing supplies, free air with PSI selection, mat cleaner, ceramic coating

• Membership: 25% off online; family plans $19 for additional cars

• Promotion: First wash free for new customers

Tsunami Express Car Wash (Lapham St)
10901 W Lapham Street, West Allis, WI 53214

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Same amenities as above

Scrub-A-Dub
555 S 84th Street, West Allis, WI 53214

• Services: Express wash, full-service oil change, transmission flush, preventative maintenance

• Hours: Until 9pm

• Membership: Scrub Club Unlimited—FREE vacuums, promo items (air fresheners, dry towels, dash wipes), $10 off every oil change

• Eco-friendly: Uses less water than home washing, environmentally safe chemicals

• Location: Near I-94, Wisconsin State Fair

Greenfield

Mister Car Wash
10685 W Layton Avenue, Greenfield, WI 53228

• Services: Express exterior, HotShine® Carnauba Wax, wheel polish

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 8am-6pm

• Membership: Unlimited Wash Club (nationwide access at 300+ locations)

Tsunami Express Car Wash
5520 W Layton Avenue, Greenfield, WI 53220

• Services: Express washes, truck wash capability, underbody wash

• Pricing: Packages including $16 wash with wax coat

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, detailing center, mat cleaner

Hales Corners

Full Service Car Wash (FLEX Car Wash) (Milwaukee Magazine "Best Car Wash" Since 2002)
5410 S 108th Street, Hales Corners, WI 53130 | (262) 227-9274

• Pricing:

  • Level 1 (5 min): $34.99—Protect wash, hand towel dry, hand finished rims, graphene wheel treatment

  • Level 2 (15 min): $49.99—+ interior vacuum, mats washed, windows, dashboard dusted, door jambs

  • Level 3 (60 min): $149.99—+ detailed interior with Tornado Tool cleaning

• Hours: Daily 7:30am-7pm (summer); 7:30am-6pm (winter)

• Membership: Free 5-day re-wash with any purchase; +$7 bonus points monthly

• Notable: Voted Milwaukee's best car wash since 2002 (Milwaukee Magazine); family-owned 30+ years; local shuttle service available

Endless Detailing
10981 W Forest Home Avenue, Hales Corners, WI 53130

• Services: Interior/exterior detailing, steam cleaning, shampooing, ceramic coatings, single stage paint correction

• Payment: Cash, check, or card

Franklin

Jilly's Car Wash
5484 W Rawson Avenue, Franklin, WI 53132 | (262) 649-4809

• Services: Express tunnel (3-minute guarantee), belt conveyor system

• Pricing: $10-$20 single; $24.99/month unlimited

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-6pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, air blowers, towels, window cleaner, Armor-All, carpet cleaner

• Service area: Greendale, Greenfield, Hales Corners, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee

Tsunami Express Car Wash (COMING SOON)
6449 S Whitnall Edge Road, Franklin, WI 53132

• Status: Opening soon

Mister Car Wash
7701 W Rawson Avenue, Franklin, WI

• Services: Express exterior, Unlimited Wash Club, vacuums, HotShine® Carnauba Wax

Oak Creek

Tsunami Express Car Wash (Puetz Rd)
140 W Puetz Road, Oak Creek, WI 53154 | (219) 213-6865

• Services: Express wash, auto detailing, truck wash capability, self-serve area

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, mat cleaner, wheel and rim detailing

Tsunami Express Car Wash (27th St)
6900 S 27th Street, Oak Creek, WI 53154

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, detailing center (garbage bags, wipes, lint rollers, Windex), free air with PSI selection

• Location: Near Menards, Aldi, Hobby Lobby, Walmart, Sam's Club

Oak Creek Car Wash (Budget-Friendly/Lifted Trucks)
100 W Rawson Avenue, Oak Creek, WI

• Services: Touchless wash, self-service bays

• Pricing: Starting at $4 basic; higher tiers ~$9+

• Special features: Accommodates lifted trucks (max height ~7'6")—excellent for modified vehicles

Cudahy

Mister Car Wash
5506 S Packard Avenue, Cudahy, WI 53110 | (414) 744-7009

• Services: Express exterior, HotShine® Carnauba Wax, wheel polish, fleet accounts

• Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 8am-6pm

• Membership: Unlimited Wash Club (nationwide access)

• Payment: Amex, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, debit

• Rating: 4.1-4.5/5 stars (545 reviews)

Mount Pleasant (Toward Racine County)

Tsunami Express Car Wash
6315 Washington Avenue, Mount Pleasant, WI 53406

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: FREE vacuums, detailing supplies, air machine, mat cleaner

• Membership: Monthly unlimited available

Northern suburbs and Ozaukee County

The northern reaches of the metro area offer several distinctive options including a 24-hour touchless car wash, a pet wash station, and some of Wisconsin's premier detailing specialists. Tommy's Express in West Bend represents one of the area's most modern facilities with a 130-foot tunnel.

Grafton

FLEX Car Wash
255 Chateau Drive, Grafton, WI 53024 | (262) 375-6200

• Services: Express soft-touch wash, full service detailing, fleet accounts

• Hours: Daily 7:30am-7pm

• Amenities: Hand prep with every wash, underbody rinse, free vacuums, air tools, tire inflation, window cleaner, microfiber towels, air freshener

• Special features: Can hand wash duallys that don't fit through tunnel; ceramic coating safe; heated facilities for winter

• Eco-friendly: Uses less water, environmentally safe chemicals, sanitary sewer drainage

• Notable: Family-owned since 1986; free first wash for new customers

Port Washington

Car Tub Car Wash (24-Hour Access)
1427 W Grand Avenue, Port Washington, WI 53074 | (262) 421-6088

• Services: Touchless automatic wash, self-service bays

• Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days

• Amenities: Free vacuum

• Payment: Credit cards accepted

• Notable: Established 2003; coin-operated; 24/7 availability

Port Auto Wash & Pet Wash (Pet-Friendly)
124 N Maple Street, Port Washington, WI 53074 | (262) 707-6611

• Services: Self-serve car wash bays, PET WASH STATION

• Hours: Daily 6am-10pm

• Family-friendly: One of few area car washes with dedicated pet washing—great for families combining car and dog wash trips

Cedarburg

CMG Auto Lab (Premium Detailing Specialist)
N144W6460 Pioneer Road, Cedarburg, WI 53012 | (262) 675-4429

• Services: Professional detailing, ceramic coatings, graphene coatings, Paint Protection Film (PPF), XPEL Ultimate Plus installation

• Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm, Sat by appointment

• Notable: "Wisconsin's Most Wanted" auto detailer; factory certified XPEL installer; BBB A+ rating; ideal for luxury/exotic vehicles

Premier Auto Detailing (30 Years Experience)
W63 N132 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg, WI 53012 | (414) 807-7403

• Services: Interior/exterior detailing, steam cleaning, ceramic coatings, graphene coatings, window tinting, PDR (Paintless Dent Repair), PPF, windshield repair

• Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-10am

• Notable: Original premier detailing facility in greater Milwaukee area; 30 years experience; free Wi-Fi

Germantown

Winner's Circle Car Wash (24-Hour Access)
W164N11380 Squire Drive, Germantown, WI 53022 | (262) 250-8695

• Services: Automatic wash, multiple packages

• Pricing: $14 option includes hot wax

• Hours: Open 24 hours

• Rating: 4.2 stars (171 reviews); BBB A+ accredited

Peebles Germantown Car Wash
W156N11448 Pilgrim Road, Germantown, WI 53022 | (262) 502-4598

• Services: Automatic car wash

• Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

• Payment: Cash only

• Note: Some equipment maintenance issues reported in reviews

Jackson

East Side Mart Car Wash (Multi-Type Options)
Jackson, WI 53037 | (262) 334-4888

• Services: Touch-free automatic, soft-touch automatic (closed-cell foam), self-serve bays

• Features: Convenience store on-site, laundromat next door

• Notable: Family owned, community focused; serves West Bend, Cedarburg, Slinger, Grafton areas

West Bend

Tommy's Express Car Wash (Modern High-Capacity Facility)
2110 W Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095 | (262) 310-1810

• Pricing:

Package Single Monthly Unlimited Quality $9.99 $22.99 Super $12.99 $25.99 Ultimate $15.99 $30.99 The Works $19.99 $35.99

• Features: Ceramic Body Wash®, Rainbow Coat®, Tommy Guard®, UnderFlush, 3X Wheel Clean

• Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

• Amenities: 20-bay vacuum center (FREE), free mat washers, detail kits for purchase

• Facility: 130-foot wash tunnel with 84" tall entrance, dually-friendly conveyor, processes up to 130 cars/hour

• Membership: TommyClub app with exclusive member lane, license plate recognition, valid at all Tommy's Express locations nationwide

• Eco-friendly: Reclaimed water system, energy-efficient building

• Notable: #1 car wash franchise on Entrepreneur Franchise 500; supports Water Mission (global water access)

FLEX Car Wash
2404 W Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095

• Services: Express wash, full service detailing, unlimited wash club

• Amenities: Mat washing machines (exclusive to West Bend), vacuums, air tools, tire inflation, cleaning supplies

Special features guide helps families find the right amenities

Certain locations stand out for specific needs. This reference organizes car washes by the unique features families often seek.

Pet wash stations

• Port Auto Wash & Pet Wash (Port Washington)—dedicated pet wash bay

• Jilly's Car Wash (Mequon)—seasonal self-serve dog wash

RV and truck accommodations

• National Car Wash (New Berlin)—truck wash bays, accommodates larger vehicles

• Oak Creek Car Wash—fits lifted trucks up to 7'6" clearance

• Tsunami Express (multiple locations)—truck wash capability

• Tommy's Express (West Bend)—dually-friendly with spacious conveyor

24-hour access

• Car Tub Car Wash (Port Washington)

• Winner's Circle Car Wash (Germantown)

Touchless options (paint-safe for sensitive vehicles)

• Pit Stop Car Wash (Silver Spring, 107th St)—touch-free only

• Laser Touchless (Bay View)—true touchless technology

• Silver Spray Service (Mequon)—brushless option

• Car Tub Car Wash (Port Washington)

• Oak Creek Car Wash—touchless bays available

Self-service bays

• Car Choice Auto Wash (Brown Deer)—5 spray bays, 2 touchless automatic

• National Car Wash (New Berlin)—self-service with truck capability

• Car Tub Car Wash (Port Washington)—24-hour self-service

• Port Auto Wash (Port Washington)

• East Side Mart (Jackson)

• Pit Stop Car Wash (107th St, Silver Spring)

Eco-friendly practices

• Scrub-A-Dub (all locations)—uses less water than home washing, sanitary sewer drainage

• FLEX Car Wash (Wauwatosa, Grafton, Hales Corners, West Bend)—environmentally safe chemicals, sanitary systems

• Tommy's Express (West Bend)—reclaimed water system, energy-efficient building

• Car Choice Auto Wash (Brown Deer)—reverse osmosis water treatment

Free vacuums confirmed

Most express car washes now include free vacuums. Notable standouts:

• Warrior Wash (Milwaukee)—35 vacuum stalls plus free towels and interior spray

• Tommy's Express (West Bend)—20-bay vacuum center

• Jilly's (all locations)—vacuums on both sides of vehicle

• Tsunami Express (all locations)—excellent suction, free detailing supplies

• FLEX Car Wash (all locations)—plus air tools and tire inflation

Senior, military, and first responder discounts

• West Allis Car Wash—$1 off daily for seniors, military, police, firefighters

• West Allis Car Wash—Early Bird Special $3 off Mon-Thu 8-11am

Membership comparison

For families washing weekly or more, unlimited memberships provide substantial value. Here's how the major chains compare:

Chain Basic Unlimited Premium Unlimited Multi-Location Zippy's $16.99/mo $27.99/mo Milwaukee locations Tsunami Express $19.99/mo $44.99/mo All WI locations Roadrunner Express $20/mo $40/mo 3 locations Tommy's Express $22.99/mo $35.99/mo Nationwide Jilly's $24.99/mo Higher tiers All WI locations Scrub Club Varies Varies 11 Milwaukee locations Mister Car Wash Varies Platinum tier 500+ nationwide Take 5 Varies Varies National network

Best family value: Zippy's at $16.99/month offers the lowest entry point. Jilly's and Tsunami both offer $19/month family add-on plans for second and third vehicles.

Best for travelers: Tommy's Express and Mister Car Wash memberships work at hundreds of locations nationwide.

Conclusion

Milwaukee's car wash landscape has evolved dramatically, with express tunnel chains expanding rapidly while family-owned operations maintain loyal followings through personalized service and community roots. Jilly's Car Wash dominates the suburban market with seven locations featuring unique belt conveyor technology and comprehensive free amenities. Tsunami Express leads in the value segment with aggressive pricing and the newest facilities. For those seeking premium hand wash service, Metro Car Wash downtown and West Allis Car Wash represent the area's finest full-service options.

Families will find exceptional value in unlimited membership programs, with most chains offering plans under $30 monthly that include free vacuums and detailing supplies. The northern suburbs offer unique specialty services including 24-hour access in Port Washington and Germantown, pet washing in Port Washington, and Wisconsin's most sophisticated detailing specialists in Cedarburg. Whether seeking a quick $6 express wash or a $375 showroom detail, the greater Milwaukee area provides options for every budget and vehicle type across more than 65 convenient locations.