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How to Control Water and Energy Costs in Your Laundromat

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Introduction

Water and energy are usually the two biggest operating costs in a laundromat. Bringing them under control lifts your margin without raising prices.

1. Tune your cycles and loads

  • Avoid running partial loads
  • Use shorter programs for lightly soiled garments
  • Batch by fabric type so the wash settings match the load

    2. Maintenance that pays for itself

  • Clean lint and water filters on a fixed schedule
  • Inspect for leaks weekly — a slow drip in a commercial machine can waste hundreds of gallons a month
  • Calibrate water heater and dryer temperatures

    3. Smart scheduling

  • Run heavy loads during off-peak utility hours when your provider offers a lower rate
  • Block-schedule large washes instead of starting and stopping the machines all day

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4. Measure and compare

  • Log your weekly water and energy consumption
  • Compare consumption against the number of tickets you processed
  • Flag any unexpected spike — it's almost always a leak, a broken seal or a programming mistake

    Conclusion

Measure, adjust, repeat. Small changes add up to real savings month over month.

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