Thirty-Eighth St Laundromat

The service requested was that we go in and we do our own laundry. The quality of the machines were…read morereally good. The value was reasonable and the facilities were super clean. It was super easy to find on a main street with its own private parking lot. I would definitely highly recommend this place to go if you want a clean facility to do laundry or larger bedding.

Top 5 places to do your laundry if your own washer and dryer both suck and you got work tomorrow if…read moreyou know you know Last call is 8:30 fyi

Fresh Folds Laundry

(17 reviews)

Just a clean, well organized and effluent business. The staff is great…read more We have been taking our clothes for laundry services for 6 weeks now and they are fresh, folded and well packaged. Their staff is awesome. Very helpful.

I enjoy the way they fold my clothes. Although it may not be the way I fold them. I have adjusted…read moremy dresser drawers for the way they fold them. They are always kind and nice.

Washco Laundry

(27 reviews)

Thank you Washco Laundry. Our washer needed repair delayed by parts on order. So, we tried Washco…read more The owner/managers were there and provided great help as we had not had to use a laundromat in years. He helped us find the necessary machines and helped us pay on our card. The place is very clean and the machines appear to be well maintained.

Nice people working there. Very clean facility in a safe area. Plenty of bins and and tables for…read morefolding clothes.

Friends Place Laundromat

4.4

(10 reviews)

This neighborhood laundromat on 35th and Madison has been a local staple for years, but the recent…read morechange in ownership has brought some really exciting energy to the place! The new owners are clearly working incredibly hard to give the space the TLC it deserves. You can see the progress in the much-needed upgrades they're making--not just aesthetically to make it a more pleasant place to wait, but mechanically and electronically as well. As with any new endeavor, there have been a few minor hiccups along the way, but what impresses me most is how quick they are to respond and how dedicated they are to fixing and cleaning. A few reasons I keep coming back: Consistency: It is consistently clean and accessible. Affordability: The prices are fair, and their loyalty app is a game changer. If you're like me and do laundry every week, being able to earn dollars off future loads really adds up! Hours: Their operating hours are fantastic and very convenient for a busy schedule. I really appreciate the hard work the new team is putting in to keep this corner laundromat a reliable part of our community. Definitely recommend checking them out!

I guess it's the new owners I don't know for sure I'm sure it is because my daughter told me about…read morethem in the past.. she told me she wouldn't go back there because the owner's wife locked the doors start counting the money while she was in there.. well today I experienced them for myself.. there's only two tables and one of the tables the husband and another guy that works there had a bunch of machine parts over one of the tables.. this about 3:00 in the afternoon now it's crowded in there no sitting room only one table left I use two of the big dryers by the door and three smaller dryers they're all close by the door now and everybody's coming in and out the door the wife decides she wants to clean up she wants to sweep.. I dropped two dry sheets on the ground and here comes the owner with a broom like where are you really going with this broom you can't wait.. well one thing for sure I would never go back into that establishment again not why they own that business.. I stay in a apartment complex walking distance I'm telling everybody about this rudeness I have been going there over 20 years never again..

Lighthouse Laundry

2.0

(9 reviews)

No assistance when machine doesn't work, I'm out of $10, no one answers phone either. I want my…read moremoney back

walked in and it smells really bad inside. homeless sleeping inside on benches. Some machines are…read morebroken.

Golden Coin Laundromat

3.0

(3 reviews)

The place stinks like a sewer,the floors are constantly dirty,they only have 2 semi decent carts to…read moremove our clothing from washer to dryer in.Not to mention,there was a certain individual in that place EVERY week,at the same time dealing drugs inside to many different disheveled and/or homeless people in there.There are several vehicles in the lot all the time with the same people in them,sleeping,hanging out,living in their car or whatever they are doing.Just a run-down dump that charges too much for what machines actually work in it.The owner of the place obviously doesn't care or it would be a bit nicer,but no.

This is my first time in a laundromat since before COVID-19. I only wash blankets and large items…read more(damn you, apartment-sized washer dryer!--slthough truly grateful for them). I cannot judge prices, but it was not the cleanest place in town. No attendant present when I was there. The glorious part for me is that the premises was completely deviod of other people. Ahhhhhh. There were many high capacity washers (4.25-5.75). A few (3) regular front loaders at 2.75. That seemed a bit pricey but clean blankets!

Laundry Mart

(25 reviews)

Free WiFi. Good machines. Good location. Free parking. This review needs at least 85 characters.read more

good clean laundromat with an attendant on all times of the day. You have your choice of size of…read moremachines for what you are cleaning. They are a bit spendy on the costs, but do have nice machines and clothes always come out clean. I recommend.

The Seamstress

4.4

(31 reviews)

The Seamstress- turned a dress that was too big into something that I enjoyed wearing to my niece's…read morewedding. She delivered on time and was very friendly. She is a single mom with young children. They are her priority. She may have to close briefly to big them up or something. Always call before you drive to the shop.

I didn't think it's in business anymore. Pulled up and it was closed. Called the number and no…read moreanswer. You don't have to be rude ma'am. I'm basically leaving my experience with your business. I searched it up and both Google and Yelp gave me your business hours and I showed up during "open " hours . I understand about being a mother. No where in my review did I mentioned I called yesterday. I actually did leave a message on the number that was listed at the shop. My review was simply I showed up during listed opened hours and your shop was closed , called the number no answer and the shop looked dark I thought it maybe it was closed down. So don't need to be rude that's just MY experience .

Sew Much & More

4.8

(19 reviews)

Pat was the sweetest and kindest gal! She did an amazing job and even fussed because she felt like…read moreshe could've done better when I was beyond happy with the quality of her work! She fit me in same day and did it so fast! Her services are super high quality but very affordable! I would recommend her hands down!

Pat shortened a full formal dress to T-length for me. It had a lot of fabric and an underlining…read morelayer as well. She did a great a job and on time. I enjoyed supporting a private business too.

Fresh Folds Laundry

(17 reviews)

I enjoy the way they fold my clothes. Although it may not be the way I fold them. I have adjusted…read moremy dresser drawers for the way they fold them. They are always kind and nice.

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Kaila B.

5 years ago

The rudest services provided by tenant whom runs night shift. Literally locked me into the building and definitely will never be spoken to again by someone so demeaning who I felt personally was racist and against women. Definitely those who are lgbtq pride. read more

Felicia B.

108

8 years ago

If you like being approach by drug addicts and dealing with a rude owner because the machines don't work, then this is the place for you I guess.smh read more

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3.3

(6 reviews)

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