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Spurred by the pandemic, vended laundries are looking to sanitize laundry loads in order to differentiate themselves from the competition, draw new customers, boost revenue and provide the cleanest, healthiest environment possible. Read on to learn how vended laundries might add sanitization as a premier amenity and make more money in the process! Methods for Sanitizing Laundry Loads Practically speaking,…

Most laundry owners don’t look extensively into washer programming. Perhaps they should. While many washer brands offer controls allowing for various levels of programmability, some laundry operators default to factory settings. In doing so, they might miss out on opportunities to cut utility costs, generate additional revenue and fuel store profits. In this column, I delve into how washer programmability…

As a vended laundry owner, it’s important to have more than just one large washer-extractor with 80- to 130-pound capacity on your business floor. You need have an offering beyond what the typical home or apartment washer can provide. Large-capacity washers help you to stand apart from the competition, are more profitable than smaller washers, and attract both traditional and…

Machine flexibility is critical to how your laundry functions now and into the future. Laundry owners with flexible equipment are at an advantage. They have the ability to alter machine locations, programming and vending. Some even have the adaptability to add critical features to meet CDC laundering guidelines and/or provide disinfection. So what do you look for when it comes…

An exciting movement is taking hold within the laundry industry. More and more laundries are serving as community hubs, where giving back is as important as receiving. Today, the neighborhood laundry is often more than just a place where people wash clothes once weekly. Rather, it delivers multiple services, provides a comfortable enjoyable place to hang out, and initiates and…

There’s no doubt that the “laundry service center” concept is gaining ground within our industry. And for good reason. A true laundry service center packs multiple services into the laundry footprint. Owners of laundry service centers, as a result, enjoy favorable financing; a diverse revenue-generating portfolio; more protection from economic downturns; fewer competitors within a given geographic area; and generally,…

Many new vended laundry investors resist the idea of including large-capacity washers (80- to 130-pound capacity) as part of their equipment mix. Some say they can’t imagine anyone needing a machine that big. Others don’t want the expense of a big machine. Still, others don’t want to sacrifice smaller machines to make space for massive-sized machines. Sadly, these investors will…

All vended laundries are different and cater to a unique demographic. No two locations are the same. In order to maximize revenue generated from that demographic, it makes sense to appeal to its diversity. Consider offering services — from your laundry hub — that go beyond the self-service customer. Create services that appeal to homeowners, professionals, singles and nearby businesses.…

It’s an animal all its own, so when negotiating a commercial property lease for a vended laundry, do your research. Your lease will be among your biggest expenses. So it’s important to understand the various types of commercial leases and how to negotiate them in your favor. Read on for a quick lesson. Key Things to Know When negotiating a…