It's the dreaded laundry day! If you're the kind of person that is always putting off laundry as your most hated chore, or find that you have no time to accomplish it, laundry pickup and delivery services may be your salvation. They will often wash anything from garments to linens with care and deliver them directly to your door. Laundry delivery services are very city specific, so do some research in your area to find out your options. When comparing these services, here are some questions to ask:
- How do they charge? (and how much?) Each of these companies is going to use a different method or some combination of techniques, so find that pricing page and compare notes. Some companies sell or lease you their proprietary bags in different sizes and charge for however much fills the bag. Others may offer bags or let you use your own, but charge by the pound. Either of these companies and still others may be set up subscription style, allowing a maximum number of bags or pounds each month depending on your level. Nearly all of them charge extra for dry cleaning, specialty cleaning and, cough, extremely soiled items.
- How long does it take? Determine what the turnaround time is for each service. Some will offer same day delivery or next day delivery, and the price may include it, or it could be an additional cost. Make sure you check all of the fine print and find out to what you have agreed. This also might vary depending on the day of your pickup or time of your pickup or even what kind of clothes you're having cleaned.
- Check Out the Detergent Many services pride themselves on eco-friendly detergents with clean solvents. Be sure to check and make sure there are no other ingredients to which you could negatively react. Depending on the service and subscription level, there may be a variety of soap and add-on cleaner options, or you may even be able to send your own. This option is especially useful for those with more sensitive skin who want to keep control over their detergent.
- How Easy is it? These companies are often fighting to see who can make it the easiest the fastest. Compare them and see how they rank with everything from scheduling calendars to phone apps and nearly all with online payments, you could be getting your laundry picked up as early as this evening.
Want to know if there’s a local company in your area? Ask your real estate professional what kinds of laundry services are available in your area.
About the Author
Ellen Garcia
Ellen Garcia Broker, GRI, SRS, ABR, RSPS, SRES, RENE, MRP, LRS, LSE, LSS, AHWD, e-PROÒ Ellen believes that listening and understanding her clients' needs are the foundation of a successful business partnership. Her knowledge of the many unique communities in Fairfield County is an invaluable asset to clients new to the area, and she is able to help anyone moving to, from or within Fairfield County make an easier transition into a new home and community. For clients who are preparing to sell their homes, Ellen offers her first-hand knowledge of how to leverage the strength of a "brand" in showcasing and marketing their properties. Ellen offers a powerful advantage in bringing her skills and resources to work for her clients. With over 10 years, of full-time experience in the real estate industry, she is well-versed in the Fairfield County real estate market. Ellen has successfully completed: · Over 130 closed sales and rental transactions · Representing a dollar volume of over $65 million Ellen’s people skills lead the way in building a strong network to assist and support her clients in achieving their goals through every step of the real estate process: · Negotiations both local and global · New business development (sales & marketing) · Creative problem solving · Building partnerships · Tapping into Halstead Property’s network of 1100 agents in NYC and Lower Fairfield County Her career in Real Estate has been recognized with many awards including: "Agent of the Year” for Halstead Property Wilton and "Most Closed Sale and Listing Transactions” numerous times. Within Connecticut, Ellen has been recognized over the past several years as a "Connecticut Magazine 5 Star Realtor”. Awards 2016 & 2014 AGENT OF THE YEAR – HALSTEAD WILTON – HIGHEST GROSS SALES 2016 - 2011 CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE 5-STAR REALTOR AWARD 2016 - 2013 MOST CLOSED LISTINGS – Wilton Office 2016, 2014 - 2012 MOST CLOSED SALES – Wilton Office 2016, 2015, 2014 HALSTEAD PROPERTY PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL 2013, 2012 & 2011 HALSTEAD PROPERTY DIRECTOR’S COUNCIL 2014 HALSTEAD – PLATINUM CIRCLE 2016 HALSTEAD - GOLD CIRCEL 2015, 2013 HALSTEAD – SILVER CIRCLE 2007 COUNTRY LIVING ASSOCIATES OUTSTANDING RELOCATION SPECIALIST PRESIDENT'S AWARD (2005, 2006 & 2007). Leading Real Estate Companies of the World PREMIER CLUB – SILVER AWARD FOR REFERRAL ACHIEVEMENT (2006) Sales Associates Recognition Program Professional Associations: · Connecticut Association of Realtors (CAR) · National Association of Realtors (NAR) · Consolidated Multiple Listing Service (CMLS) · Connecticut State-wide MLS (CTMLS) · Mid-Fairfield County Association of Realtors (MFCAR) · Senior Advantage Real Estate Council (SAREC) · Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC) · Seller’s Representative Specialist Council (SRS) · e-PRO Professional Designations: · BROKER · ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) · SRS (Seller’s Representative Specialist) · RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) · GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute) · RSPS (Resort and Second Property Specialist) · MRP (Military Relocation Professional) · SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) · LRS (LeadingRE Relocation Specialist) · LSS (LeadingRE Sales Specialist) · LSE (LeadingRE Service Expert) · AHWD (At Home with Diversity: One America) · REALTOR e-PRO · CONNECTICUT TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
