Monthly Archives: March 2018

  1. Why Professionals Should Install Your Laundromat Equipment

    Why Professionals Should Install Your Laundromat Equipment

    If you’ve recently purchased commercial laundry equipment for your laundromat business, you may be considering installing your new washers and dryers yourself or hiring a contractor. However, improper installation can lead to major maintenance issues down the road. One of the benefits of working with a commercial laundry distributor like OEM is that the professionals installing your equipment are experts in the products and the installation process, making it quick, easy, and efficient.

    1. It’ll get done right – the first time.

    Laundry experts will make sure your equipment is installed correctly right from the start, saving you time and minimizing downtime and ongoing maintenance issues down the road. With a professional installation, you won’t have to worry about whether your laundry equipment is hooked up correctly, major plumbing issues, or electrical mishaps

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  2. Why Location Matters for Your Laundromat

    Why Location Matters for Your Laundromat

    Did you know that more than 80% of your laundromat patrons will live within a mile of your laundry business? If you’re looking to invest in the laundry industry, we can’t stress the importance of picking the right laundromat location enough. Determining a spot for your new laundromat business is not a decision you should take lightly.

    Demographics

    The demographics surrounding a potential laundromat location are a key indicator of whether or not your business will be successful. If the majority of your laundromat customers are going to be living within a mile of your laundry facility, then it only stands to reason that the people living nearby will be the ones using it. Take stock of who’s living in and around the area. Industry research has shown that the people who use laundromats most frequently are:

    • Renters
    • Students
    • Low to medium income level
    • Part of large households/families

    Consider popul

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