Rome, GA (October 28, 2021) – Big Dan’s Car Wash has announced the grand opening of its new flagship express car wash, located at 18 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA on Friday, October 29 starting at 8 a.m. The newly constructed, express car wash is the second of 15 washes slated to open by the end of 2022 across Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

“Rome has been home to my family since 1976,” said Jarrett Shadday, chairman of Big Dan’s Car Wash. “It’s where I grew up, went to school, and where my wife, Holly, and I have raised our five children. When we launched the Big Dan’s brand in 2020, we knew that we wanted our Rome location to be our flagship and set the standard by which the rest of our washes would follow.”

The car wash sits on the former site of Mathis Builders Hardware next to Shorter BP and Dunkin’ Donuts. Unlike many washes, Big Dan’s sites sit on larger pieces of property, giving customers more room to move about comfortably and safely, and represents a $4.2 million dollar investment in the community. The Rome location sits on 1.7 acres, includes a 125’ tunnel, 28 free vacuums, tons of amenities and two pay stations.

According to chief operating officer Tripp Flournoy, the extra-long tunnels are equipped with state-of-the art technology and top-of-the-line chemicals that provide a high-quality exterior wash. “Rome has not experienced the quality of wash that Big Dan’s offers and we excited to offer a product that all car owners deserve,” said Flournoy. “Your vehicle is not only a big investment, it’s a major asset and one that deserves to be protected. Research suggests, and we agree, that you should wash your vehicle twice a week.”

The car wash will be offering unlimited wash club memberships for just $5 during the month of November for the wash club package of your choice. All proceeds from unlimited wash club memberships in November will be donated to the Boys and Girls Clubs of NWGA. “My dad has been on the board of directors of the Boys and Girls Clubs for over 25 years, and this is just one of the many ways that we plan to give back to the community,” said Jay Shadday, president of Big Dan’s Car Wash. “Big Dan’s plans to be a community partner in a variety of ways and offering fundraising opportunities to not-for-profit entities is just one of the ways.” Additionally, the wash will be giving away two Unlimited Wash Club Memberships for the Big Dan’s Ceramic Special for a year, as well as items from Big Dan’s Swag Bag during their grand opening celebration.

When fully staffed, the wash will have a combination of 20 full-time and part-time employees and will offer yearly tuition assistance and student loan debt repayment to qualifying employees.

Top 10 Reasons to Wash Your Car

1. FEEL GOOD AND LOOK GOOD

Clean cars make a great first impression!

2. SAVE TIME

It only takes 3 min. to wash your car.

3. HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

Car washes conserve water & control waste.

4. PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT

Your vehicle will be worth more at trade in time.

5. ACID RAIN

When it rains…it stains.

6. Sun Burn

Sealants can protect against the sun’s heat.

7. PRIDE IN OWNERSHIP

How you keep your car says a lot about you.

8. IMPROVE SAFETY

It’s important to keep your mirrors, windows and tires free of debris.

9. IMPROVE FUEL EFFICIENCY

A clean car is 10% more fuel efficient.

10. PREVENT ILLNESSES

You likely bring more germs into your car than into your house.

For information about the unlimited wash club packages or employment opportunities, visit www.bigdanscarwash.com.