Every business owner knows that choosing the right location for their business is key to its success. Whether you are opening your first laundromat or expanding your franchise, there are many things to consider when it comes to selecting its location. The amount of traffic past the site, building type, availability of parking and the visibility of the location are all key in determining where to place your business.
For more than 40 years T & L Laundry Equipment has been the area's top Speed Queen dealers in Raleigh, NC providing exceptional service and value to vended laundry owners throughout the Carolinas. Whether you need one high capacity machine or a laundromat full of them, let the professional staff at T & L Laundry Equipment help you choose the right machine for the job.
We've helped numerous laundromat owners build their businesses from the ground up. Here are our best tips when it comes to selecting the location for your laundromat:
- Neighborhood: Think about where your customers live. They won't want to drive all the way across town and fight traffic to do their laundry. When choosing a location, consider centrally located points or proximity to shopping and restaurants. Having your laundry located near where your customers are headed anyway makes your business another stop on their to-do list. A convenient location is key to a successful laundromat.
- Parking: Ensure that potential locations have ample parking near the entrance of your facility. No one wants to haul heavy laundry baskets, detergent, and kids across a massive parking lot. A smaller shopping center with storefront parking or a freestanding location with close to the building parking is ideal. Also, consider the businesses around the possible space. Will their busy times make it difficult to park and access your facility? Choosing an area with ample parking for all the local shops and businesses will be a huge benefit.
- Size: Knowing how much space you'll need for your laundromat is important. Choosing a facility that is too small will make your space feel cramped and uncomfortable for your customers. The pros at T & L can help you understand just how much room you will need to run a successful laundromat. We also provide layout services to help you maximize the amount of space in your laundromat.
- Light: Any potential storefront should have ample natural light. Ideally, there should be large windows at the front of the space or on the side where customers can see the parking lot. Large windows and unrestricted views add a feeling of safety as well as allows passersby to see inside your business.
- Additional Services: If your ideal location is missing access to a restaurant or gas station for food and beverages, take this as an opportunity to add additional services to your laundromat. Installing a small snack bar or a bank of vending machines can increase your facility's revenue and keep your customers in your business longer.
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Did you know that T & L Laundry Equipment can help you plan out every aspect of your laundry business? Our professional team provides onsite consultations for your laundry facility. We can help you choose the proper location of your business and even the placement of your machines to ensure that you get the most efficient layout possible. This service is provided at no charge, and all estimates for equipment are provided in writing.
For mote than 40 years, T & L Laundry Equipment has been the area's leading expert Speed Queen dealers in Raleigh, NC, and the Triangle area. Our professional team has all the answers you need to select the right Speed Queen washers and dryers for your laundry business. Whether you need one unit or a room full, call T & L today and schedule your in-person visit from one of our trusted professional staff.
