r/Laundromats

I have a SW JT32DG that doesn’t heat up.
No ignitor noise, no heat. I’ve swapped igniters and no difference. I get 116vac to the center L1 connector, but no power
To the gas valve. I’m looking for AC. Any help is appreciated.

I am thinking of starting a laundry business providing washing and ironing services. Trying to set it up in Chennai. How much would it cost ?

Question for my Canadian friends here: where do you guys get parts from? Which is your preferred as far a price and arrival time?

I'm looking at buying a drain pump and a few water inlet valves once I get part numbers and if I can find the part number for the 50 pounder as it is different than factory. I believe the old one was phased out and replaced with the non repairable type

Clothes stolen from dryer

Looking for suggestions to help troubleshoot. This week out of nowhere a mysterious smell showed up in my laundromat and I can’t figure it out. It was sudden like not there Saturday and then there Monday morning. It’s not from the bathroom, not from the boiler room, and I’ve stuck my head in every machine and behind them as best I can. It’s not coming from the open pit drain either. More confusing is I can’t quite put my finger on what the smell is, like it’s not an obvious thing like sewer or rotten food or human waste etc. any suggestions how to figure out what it is. It’s been there all week, one person I asked said they smelled it and 3 or 4 others say they don’t smell anything. Also it’s the kind of smell that you get used to very fast I only smell it when I walk in, but damnit it’s there and it’s new.

Looking at buying my first laundromat. Current revenue at 125k and expenses are 75k. Owner profit is 50k. There’s no marketing or online presence. Building is remodeled looks decent. About 1/2 the washers and dryers are newer. Seller is asking 200k. To make it a good deal I’d need to get more customers and get revenue up to closer to 200k would be my goal. Is it possible I’m not sure. What advice would you give me before I make an offer?

Hi All I’m looking to learn more about the laundromat business. I’ve noticed a lot of listings in my area of CT don’t allow for SBA loans is there a reason why they won’t accept SBA loans?

Hi, we have a laundry in Indirapuram, and probably one of the largest and cleanest processing plants in the area. Our prices are competitive too, We are still not able to get a good amount of orders. Like maybe we aren't even at 10% of capacity, even when the demand is huge in the area.

I am willing to understand what the public needs because I'm clueless as to where we are wrong?

If anyone is willing to try our services, you're welcome too. We do bulk orders too, like hotels etc. I'm not adding any contacts because promotion isn't the intent and doesn't suit this flair but dms are welcome.

I’ve recently purchased a small commercial laundry business that washes and delivers uniforms, mats and tea towels to B2B customers.

I’m looking to grow the customer base and would appreciate advice from people in the industry.

What has worked best for you — online marketing, cold calling/walking into businesses, networking, or employing a salesperson?

I’m particularly interested in what worked when you were starting from a relatively small customer base.

Appreciate any advice.

Hey everyone!

A while back, my uncle (who runs a store) got hit with a massive gas bill out of nowhere. Turned out a couple dryers were venting terribly and running way longer than they should have, but he didn't realize it until the end-of-month bill arrived.

Since I’m a tech guy, I put together a simple little tool for him to help catch that stuff earlier. Basically, he just drops in his monthly utility bill and cycle numbers, and it calculates the exact utility cost per cycle over time. If a water valve sticks or a dryer vent chokes, it flags the jump in actual dollars before it gets out of hand.

It saved him quite a nice chunk of change last month, so I’ve been wondering if this is something other store owners would actually find helpful? If there’s interest, I’m thinking about polishing it up and putting it out there for free (or quite cheap just to cover basic server costs).

Is utility variance something you guys actively track, or do you just pay the bills as they come? Would love to know if it's worth opening up for others to try out!

Property managers replacing or upgrading apartment laundry equipment eventually face the same question: Should the laundry room accept coins, cards, a mobile app, or a combination?

Each apartment laundry payment system has advantages and drawbacks.

**Coin-operated laundry**

Pros:

* Familiar and simple for most residents
* No smartphone, account, or internet connection required
* Often practical for smaller apartment buildings
* Residents can pay without sharing personal information

Cons:

* Coin jams and rejected quarters can cause service calls
* Coin boxes must be collected and secured
* Changing vend prices may require adjustments at each machine
* Residents may not always have enough quarters

**Card-operated laundry**

Pros:

* Residents do not need to save coins
* Stored-value cards can be reloaded
* Revenue and machine usage may be easier to track
* Less cash is stored inside the machines

Cons:

* The property may need a card dispenser or reload station
* Lost cards can frustrate residents
* Equipment and payment-system costs may be higher
* Residents must remember to reload their cards

**Mobile app laundry payments**

Pros:

* Residents can pay from their phones
* Some systems provide cycle-finished notifications
* Prices can often be updated remotely
* Property managers may receive better usage and revenue reporting
* Less cash handling can reduce theft and collection work

Cons:

* Not every resident owns or wants to use a smartphone
* Poor Wi-Fi or cellular service can cause payment problems
* Apps may require accounts, updates, or transaction fees
* Residents can become frustrated when technical support is unclear

**What about a hybrid payment system?**

For many apartment communities, accepting both coins and mobile payments can be a practical middle ground. Residents who prefer cash can continue using quarters, while residents who want a cashless option can pay by phone.

The best choice depends on:

* Number of apartments
* Resident demographics and preferences
* Laundry-room internet or cellular coverage
* Frequency of coin collection
* Security concerns
* Payment-processing and equipment costs
* Availability of local technical support

Before changing systems, property managers may want to survey residents and confirm exactly what happens when the internet goes down, a payment fails, or someone needs a refund.

**Property managers and residents: Which apartment laundry payment system do you prefer—coin, card, mobile app, or hybrid? What problems have you experienced with it?**