About us

Welcome to the De Castel family

A company specializing in vehicle washing equipment of all types, De Castel (1997) Inc. has built a reputation in the field by offering unrivaled service to its customers for over forty years.

Today, De Castel (1997) Inc. offers a complete range of quality equipment for washing vehicles of all types such as automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, trains, subways and planes.

Our story

1973
Launching the business
In September 1973, Charles Bauer, an electrical technician by trade who had acquired experience as a manufacturer of car wash equipment, set up his office in the basement of a duplex located in the Montreal North district. This is how the company Service de lave-auto enr was born. Two years later, Mr. Bauer acquired a competing company and decided to move to premises located on De Castel Street North East, in Montreal. Car wash service enr. at the same time obtains the exclusive distribution of all Hanna car wash equipment for the province of Quebec. In full growth, Car Wash Service enr. incorporated and became Service and Maintenance De Castel inc. Shortly after, the company expanded the range of its activities by becoming the exclusive distributor of Wash World car wash equipment, Blue Coral chemicals (Ecolab) as well as Monorail brand self-service / vacuum cleaner products.
1985
Office Expansion

In 1985, as the warehouse and offices became too small, the company acquired a 4,000 square foot building in the Rivière-des-Prairies district.

1995
Official Distributor

In 1995, continuing its steady and rapid growth, Service et maintenance De Castel had to relocate and therefore acquired a 10,000 square foot building, still in the Rivière-des-Prairies area.

It was also at this time that De Castel became the exclusive distributor of PDQ and MacNeil Wash Systems car wash equipment for the province of Quebec and Eastern Ontario.

1997
New Products and Services

In 1997, De Castel became Service et Maintenance De Castel (1997) Inc.

Today, the company continues to evolve by offering a wide range of products and services for all types of vehicle washing.

2018
New Premises

In 2018, due to the company’s continuous growth, De Castel acquired a 25,000 square foot building in the Rivière-des-Prairies district.


Why Hotsy is number 1

Hotsy is #1 for several reasons.

Hotsy is a leading manufacturer of industrial pressure washers and cleaning equipment. With over 40 years of industry experience, we have established a reputation for quality by producing tough, durable machines that can handle even the toughest cleaning tasks.

One of the reasons Hotsy is the number one choice for businesses and organizations is our commitment to using only the best components and materials. All of our pressure washers are made with sturdy steel frames and stainless steel components, ensuring they can withstand the wear and tear of daily use.

In addition to our quality equipment, Hotsy also offers a wide range of accessories and parts to help you customize your pressure washer to your specific needs. From detergent injector and high pressure hoses to surface cleaners and nozzles, we have everything you need to make your cleaning tasks as efficient and effective as possible.

Another benefit of choosing Hotsy is our exceptional customer service. Our expert team is always available to answer your questions and provide support, whether you need help selecting the right machine for your needs or troubleshooting an issue with your current pressure washer. We also have a strong collaboration with De Castel, a trusted distributor of Hotsy products for over 30 years. They offer a wide range of Hotsy equipment and provide exceptional service and support, to ensure you have access to the best pressure washers and cleaning equipment available.

Here are 7 reasons why choosing Hotsy will be the best decision for your cleaning needs:

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At Hotsy, we are dedicated to helping our customers keep their facilities clean and well-maintained. With our top quality equipment, wide range of accessories and exceptional customer service, we are confident we can meet the needs of any business or organization.

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