Our History

It all started in Santa Rosa in 1949 when Monty and Ruth Montague bought three washing machines.

They kept the first one, the second went to a relative, and the third was sold off the front porch of their home. Shortly after, they built a shop in front of their house on Santa Rosa Avenue and went into business as Monty's Home Service.

Serving Customers Since 1949

Over the years, the Montagues' homegrown business grew to include not only several Santa Rosa laundromats, but seven retail stores in the Bay Area as well. By that time, the business had expanded to include electronics. A new inventory demanded a new name: TeeVax, short for "Television, Video and Appliance Center." In the mid-'70s, the Montagues sold the laundromats and a decade later, decided to close all but the Santa Rosa store. Now focused on its Santa Rosa site, TeeVax has expanded to include kitchen and bathroom countertops and cabinets. Its award-winning service department offers both installation and service, so you may be sure you'll get help when you need it.