What’s the most common technology-related innovation that laundromats rely on to boost business? It’s not a new kind of washer or dryer. Believe it or not, it’s Wi-Fi. But is operating a laundromat with Wi-Fi worth it?
How to Own and Operate a Laundromat
Are you feeling the entrepreneurial itch? Not only are laundromats profitable, but also they offer a relatively passive, low-maintenance business endeavor for budding entrepreneurs and seasoned pros alike. But successful laundromats, like any business, do require that owners and operators adhere to a few best practices. If you’re intrigued by the idea, find out more …
Tips for Starting a Wash-and-Fold Laundry Service
If you’re looking for a new way to attract customers to a laundromat, a wash-and-fold laundry service might just do the trick. Starting a new service can be a huge undertaking, however, so it pays to learn some tips from successful laundromat owners first. If you do it right, it’ll be worth the effort.
How to Start a Laundromat
From flexible hours to entrepreneurial pride, owning a business has a lot of benefits. And, if you’re anything like the approximately 30,000 Americans who make their living owning laundromats, you know that it’s a steady, lucrative business, especially in areas with high populations of renters and college students. Like any business, laundromats require a solid …
Common Laundromat Issues
“The best defense is a good offense.” That’s a standard motto for an athlete, but it’s also relevant to anyone that runs a laundromat. You can’t stop common laundromat issues from arising. However, if you plan ahead, you can stop them from affecting your business.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Laundromat?
If you’ve ever dreamt of being your own boss, you’re not alone. According to Forbes, some 62 percent of Americans would like to own a business. Of course, wishing that you owned a business and making the moves to do so are very different things, and not everyone who dreams of being a business owner …
Why Customer Service Is Important for Laundromats
In most laundromats, the customers handle the bulk of the washing, drying, sorting, and folding. They hardly expect to be waited on hand and foot. That doesn’t mean that laundromat owners can simply ignore the matter of excellent customer service. Although it may not be obvious at first glance why customer service is important for …
Is Owning a Laundromat a Good Investment?
Being a small business owner has a unique charm. While much of the focus is on the appeal of being your own boss and the flexibility that being in charge can bring, the role also requires a solid grasp of both responsibility and practicality. After all, owning your own business may be the culmination of …
How to Sanitize Your Laundromat
Even before the pandemic, clean and sanitary laundromats were a haven for germaphobic customers. And now, with COVID-19 still raging and the peak of cold and flu season just around the corner, customers are more concerned about sanitation than ever before. Scroll down to find out how to sanitize your laundromat to keep your customers safe …
Are Laundromats a Dying Business?
The Atlantic reported that the number of laundry and dry cleaning facilities in the U.S. has declined by almost 20 percent since 2005. But Coin Laundry Association data also shows that the nation’s laundromats earn a collective $5 billion each year, which is a huge sum. This conflicting data may lead laundromat owners to ask, …
