“Our family was ready for a change. Not just in location, but in pace and purpose.”
For Mike Roesbery, owner of Tommy’s Express Carwash in Denton, California had been home for decades. In 2020, his family moved to North Texas. It was a place that aligned perfectly with his priorities and vision for the future.
“Texas offered something different: opportunity, space to flourish, and a strong sense of community,” explained Roesbery. “We wanted to raise our kids in a place that values family, faith, and hard work.”
With a robust background in the automotive industry, Roesbery and his family purchased several Tommy’s Express Carwash locations across the Dallas–Fort Worth area, including two in Denton. Tommy’s isn’t your typical carwash. It blends technology, hospitality, and speed to create an elevated experience. Their teams strive to create a seamless experience for customers by implementing a conveyor belt system, license plate recognition, and smartphone app integration.
“We put a huge emphasis on people,” said Roesbery. “Anyone can wash a car, but we’re focused on creating an experience that people actually look forward to by greeting every guest with a smile and keeping our sites spotless and efficient.”
That people-first focus is visible in each of Roesbery’s locations. They’ve installed technology that can safely accommodate low-profile sports cars and dual-rear-wheel trucks, ensuring every customer can be served with confidence.
Roesbery and his family are building a new legacy for themselves in the Lone Star State. While the journey has come with challenges, like building a local network from the ground up, they can now look back and see the strong foundation they’ve created here.
“There’s nothing more fulfilling than working side-by-side toward a shared vision,” Roesbery said. “It’s the little things that add up to big results.”