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POS System for Car Washes and Detailing Shops in Kenya

POS for car washes and detailing shops in Kenya

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  • Washes are counted by attendants, not by a system.
  • Prices differ by vehicle type and are applied inconsistently.
  • Attendant commission is calculated by hand.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-16Updated 2026-10-163 min read
On this page01. The problem in car washes and detailing shops02. What the system does for you03. Typical equipment04. How we set it up05. Get a free survey and quote06. FAQ
POS System for Car Washes and Detailing Shops in Kenya
Quick answer

A car wash runs on many small cash payments across several attendants. Without a record per vehicle, the cash that reaches the owner can be lower than the work done.

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Key takeaways

  • Washes are counted by attendants, not by a system.
  • Prices differ by vehicle type and are applied inconsistently.
  • Attendant commission is calculated by hand.
  • Fleet and regular customers pay on credit with no record.

01The problem in car washes and detailing shops

A car wash runs on many small cash payments across several attendants. Without a record per vehicle, the cash that reaches the owner can be lower than the work done.

  • Washes are counted by attendants, not by a system.
  • Prices differ by vehicle type and are applied inconsistently.
  • Attendant commission is calculated by hand.
  • Fleet and regular customers pay on credit with no record.
  • The owner cannot see daily jobs against cash.

02What the system does for you

Service menu by vehicleSaloon, SUV, truck and add-ons priced once
Job ticketsEach wash has a ticket and an attendant
Commission reportsWork done per attendant
Fleet accountsCredit customers and monthly statements
Cash and M-Pesa controlMatch jobs to payments
Daily reportJobs, income and add-on sales

03Typical equipment

ItemWhat it is for
Touchscreen POS terminalThe till screen the cashier uses; Windows or Android
80mm receipt printerPrints receipts and kitchen or bar orders
Barcode scannerScans products in a second, with no price typing errors
Cash drawerOpens automatically on each cash sale
Small receipt printerPrints job receipts at the bay or office
Did you know?Every site is different, so we survey first and quote to your layout. Qyvea supplies, installs, configures and trains your staff, and delivers countrywide.

04How we set it up

  1. 01
    Free site surveyWe look at your bays, attendants and how customers pay.
  2. 02
    Choose hardware and softwareWe match terminals, printers and software to your volumes and budget.
  3. 03
    Load your productsWe help import your product list, prices and opening stock.
  4. 04
    Install and connectTills, printers, scanners, network and payment set-up.
  5. 05
    Train and go liveGo-live support, training for every cashier and a plan for aftercare.

05Get a free survey and quote

When to call a professionalTell us about your site and how many counters or tills you run and we will come back with a written quote. We survey Nairobi and the surrounding counties for free, and supply and ship nationwide. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.

06Frequently asked questions

Can I track each attendant's work?

Yes; assign each job to an attendant and report by person.

Can fleet customers pay monthly?

Yes; customer accounts and statements can be set up.

Can I use a tablet in the bay?

Yes; tablet POS works well where you are on your feet.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

Your next step takes one minute: send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs.

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