Self Service Laundry Business Success Stories [2024]
A self-service laundry business is a coin-operated laundry facility where customers can wash and dry their own clothes using the machines provided.
To start this business on a budget, you'll need to find a suitable location with enough space for washing machines, dryers, and a seating area.
Next, acquire the necessary equipment, such as washing machines, dryers, change machines, and seating.
Additionally, make sure to set up a simple payment system, maintain the machines regularly, and create a clean and inviting atmosphere for customers. Finally, promote your business through local advertising and word-of-mouth to attract customers to your self-service laundry.
In this list, you'll find real-world self-service laundry business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a self-service laundry business that makes money.
1. Nina's Laundrette ($112K/year)
Jono Santamaria, a digital marketer, purchased an outdated laundromat in Australia and used his digital marketing and automation skills to transform it. Within a year, he doubled the previous owner’s revenue and is on track to double it again in FY23, thanks to investments in digital presence, store upgrades, and the addition of a commercial laundry service.
How much money it makes: $112K/year
How much did it cost to start: $13.3K
How many people on the team: 1
A digital marketer purchased Nina's Laundromat in Northcote, Australia in July 2021, investing in its digital presence and upgrading the machines to create a new brand. Within 12 months, the revenue doubled and the store added a commercial laundry service, bringing an additional AUD24K per year.
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