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California Hand Wash

3.5 (98 reviews)
Open 8:30 am - 6:30 pm

Services - California Hand Wash

Auto detailing work

Engine cleaning

Headlight restoration

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Interior detailing

Protection

Wheel and rim detailing

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Streaky dash
Josh A.

This review is for the Alpharetta location which is not on yelp yet. My car was a wreck due to taking 3 kids (and a wife) on a 2000 mile round trip road trip. The place I normally go to was closed so I drove to CHW. I pull up into the non-member line and was greeted quickly and kindly. I opted for the nicest wash they offer and was talked into giving their membership a chance. I entered the waiting area and it is by far the nicest car wash I have ever been to. Free snacks, drinks and wifi with plenty of comfortable seating options. They even gave a kids room playing kids movies. A very comfortable setup while you wait for you car. They even have an astroturfed outside area for your furry friends. The quality of the was is what I am having some issues with. Upon initial inspection I pointed out 3-4 things that needed to be corrected/cleaned, including the cup holders had gunk in them, the windshield was not cleaned internally, and there was a a splattering of "bug residue" on the grill. While all this was fixed on the spot, I later noticed that whatever the apply to clean the dash is poorly applied, streaky, and looks oily. I tried to capture it in the photos, but not sure it will be easily seen. The interior of the windshield is streaky, and needs to be cleaned again. Luckily I have a membership so I can go back and get this corrected. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt since my car was especially dirty this visit. I'll update my review after subsequent visits. All in all, I'm hopeful that it will get better as I bring my car in in better shape.

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Abi A.

Detailing took a looong time. The place is clean and they provide snacks while you wait, They have coffee, lemonade, popcorn, candy. Little touches like that make them stand out. It's a little expensive you don't have a membership but I really like the place. There's also another room where kids can play

The front of my car after a $50 "car wash."

I paid $50 to get my new vehicle (2 weeks old) washed. It was after work and I was tired. They called my vehicle I tipped the guy and left. This was a total waste of $50 and I will NEVER go back there. My side mirrors have water spots and my windows have smears. There is even two white spots still on the front of my black vehicle.

The three starts I give to the as aesthetic design and the drinks they offer at waiting area, as far as car wash it's a No No for me, they pretty much ran the car with exterior car wash and vacuumed inside , and that's it doesn't look like they wiped anything, the screen is full of fingerprint and cup colder and trims still has lots of dust and drink stains, even in the back seat my daughters foot print is still on the chair. I could of done better than that for 15 dollars car wash

More of the slobber spots around vent
Tara K.

I specifically brought my 3rd car here. We have 2 other high end vehicles that we don't just allow any one to touch. I had researched and found the California Handwash location at Hamilton Mill. They do not have their own page on here so I guess this is the best place to tell everyone about the service and experience. I brought our extra car here because my husband is very specific about machine based washes because they can leave swirl marks in the paint. As I was sitting waiting and waiting for a long time, there was another lady who had been sitting and waiting for a long time and making sure everyone around her knew it. And I watched as well. Her car sat in the interior cleaning area for 40mins without being touched. The staff got an earful when her vehicle was finally ready. I noticed that I sat for a long time as well (about an hour and a half) but I figured that since this is supposed to be a high end car wash. From the time I arrived and got into the line until I left, I noticed the high amount of high end and luxury vehicles. So I was still optimistic that my car would be as clean as the day I purchased it. I just figured maybe the extra time waiting is just them taking extra good care of the vehicles. Um, no. I purchased the $45 California dream. It turned out to be more of a California nightmare. I did not have the time to criticize the job because I had a commitment that I had to get to and did not anticipate having to run it that close. The receptionist was trying to calm disgruntled customers by apologizing and saying that their staffing is low and that they are doing their best. With boredom, I was in and out of the building. I would sit for 20mins inside at a time and then go outside to see how far along the process that my car had made it. The staff outside seemed plentiful. Many employees and several of which that seemed to be wondering around aimlessly as if they were bored with nothing to do. The employees that were actually working were not putting their best into their assignments as they were very busy talking and joking with each other and their job seemed to be second to what they were doing. Upon leaving and looking around inside, I noticed that 3 of my 4 windows on doors still had nose prints and slobber smears from my dogs untouched. Dust all over dash board, door panels, air vents, and console. It looks like all they did on the inside of my vehicle was vacuum, yet, the package that I purchased promised that those areas would be included in the service and would be wiped down. Their focus seems to be on those with memberships with members not having to wait in line. They get taken right away. But even members I noticed were iritated. From this experience I would never consider being a member. I have 3 vehicles. They could stand to make some real money off of me. But, no thanks. If I still have to clean my car after paying for my car to be cleaned, my money would be better spent elsewhere. And this is supposed to be a spot for high end cars. Ill admit that my 3rd car is nothing special but don't judge a book by its cover, I have 2 other vehicles in luxury brands. They will never touch my other cars. Waste of money. Do not take your vehicles here, high end or not.

Tammi D.

My car was sooooo dirty after my road trip. It desperately needed some love, and I so I decided to come to Executive Car Wash, but upon rolling in, I see it's now changed ownership to California Hand Wash. It's a hand wash service, and it runs through a wash service/rinse service but instead of brushes, there are people there scrubbing and cleaning your car. It's super clean, even the bathrooms. Service is really good. There are three types of washes you can get, from $35 to $50. The prices were a little steeper than I am used to paying, but it is hand wash. They offer memberships, which always sound like a good idea to me, but I typically never do them. I opted for the California Dream, $40 with a $74.95 unlimited. They will vacuum the inside and dust it off, do the tire rims, etc. While you wait, they have a very spacious clean interior with seating, snacks, and drinks. They were pretty quick, too, for hand wash. I would be sure to tip those guys. They are working their butts off. My car looked so nice when it was done. Being a black car, it shows everything and I really need to be better about keeping my car washed and clean. The hand wash is a definite perk too. I'll be back!!

I don't know how they got the scuff out... Pure magic.

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Nice place. I only go here once a month which is not enough to get value for the membership but they do a nice job

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First time here. Liked the hands-on personal touch to clean true car inside and out. Will be back.

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Used to be great. Prices have gotten absolutely absurd. $50 for a basic wash now. Not worth it at all.

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