Getting to know: The Water Boy

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The Water Boy recently opened on West Honeycutt Road. Co-owner Sergio Hernandez spoke to inmaricopa.com about the business.

inmaricopa.com: How long did it take to get the business up and running?

Hernandez: It took us about a year from start to finish to finally open.

inmaricopa.com: What products/services does The Water Boy offer?

Hernandez: Well, we offer water, of course, Thrifty ice cream, soft serve, Hawaiian shaved ice, shakes, sundaes, banana splits, frost bites (similar to a blizzard), paletas, Mexican ice cream, agua frescas, candy, snacks, sodas, bottled drinks, danish, coffee, donuts, ice, fresh brewed ice tea, and different water bottles, jugs and crocks.

inmaricopa.com: How did the business get started?

Hernandez: The business was started because my partner, Robert, and I have always talked about going into business for ourselves instead of working for other people. If we’re going to work hard, why not be for us? We talked about a business plan and it just kind of grew from there.

inmaricopa.com: What brought you to open a business in Maricopa and what are your long-term goals here?

Hernandez: Maricopa is the city we live in. We have been residents of Maricopa since 2002. We wanted to get to know our community and contribute to it. Our goal is to remain a fixture in the community and to eventually franchise.

inmaricopa.com: Do you have any competition for your services in town? If so, who?

Hernandez: Yes, there is the other Water & Ice over by Bashas’. What sets us apart from the other water and ice is we open earlier and close later.

inmaricopa.com: What would you like residents of Maricopa to know about the business?

Hernandez: We are here to grow with our community and to meet their needs. We are always open for suggestions and ready to accommodate our customers. The customers’ opinions are valued and their ideas are always welcomed. We want them to stop by for water and treats, or just to say hi and converse with us. We are very friendly, outgoing, and very family oriented.

Hours of operation: Monday thru Saturday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: 44480 W. Honeycutt Rd., Suite 108
Phone: (520) 568-0111

Photo by Dave Thomas