How Much Money Should I Bring to the Laundromat

If you’re new to doing laundry outside your home—or just new to Clean Shirt Co.—you might be wondering:

“How much money do I actually need to bring to the laundromat?”

We get it. Nobody wants to overpay.

Or make extra trips to the ATM.

Or load more onto a laundry card than they’ll actually use.

This guide breaks it all down—how much laundry you have, what size washer you’ll need, and what it’ll cost you from start to finish.

🧺 First: How Much Laundry Do You Really Have?

Let’s keep it simple.

One full laundry basket holds about 15–20 pounds of clothes. That’s roughly:

• 2 pairs of jeans

• 5–7 t-shirts

• 1–2 towels

• Socks and underwear

You don’t need a scale—just count your baskets.

🚿 What Size Washer Do You Need?

At Clean Shirt Co., we have three washer sizes. Here’s how your laundry fits:

Tip: Larger machines are more cost-effective if you’re doing laundry for multiple people or have bedding, towels, or bulkier items.

🔥 Dryer Options & Pricing

Drying your laundry is just as flexible. Here’s what to expect:

Most loads only need one dryer cycle, but if you’re unsure, our staff is happy to help.

💳 How Do I Pay?

Paying at Clean Shirt Co. is easy and flexible:

• Coins accepted

• Credit/debit cards welcome

• Apple Pay & digital wallets supported

• Use our Clean Shirt Co. Loyalty Card — load it on-site for fast, contactless payments at all machines

💵 What Will It Cost to Do Laundry at Clean Shirt Co.?

Here’s a real-world breakdown to help you plan your visit:

👕 One Person – 1 to 2 Baskets:

• Wash: $3.50–$6.50

• Dry: $2.25–$3.50

• Total: $6–$10

👚 Two People – 3 to 4 Baskets:

• Wash: $9.50

• Dry: $5.50

• Total: $15–$16

🛏️ Bedding, Towels, or Family Load:

• Wash: $13–$16 (may use multiple machines)

• Dry: $5.50–$9.00

• Total: $18–$25

🧼 Want to Skip the Work?

Use our Wash-Dry-Fold drop-off service — only $2.00 per pound and includes folding.

Just drop your laundry off, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Turnaround is 24 hours or less, and express service is available.

It’s perfect for:

• Airbnb hosts

• Busy professionals

• Families

• Anyone who’s got better things to do than fold clothes

Ready to wash smarter (not harder)?

Stop by Clean Shirt Co. Laundromat today—or just drop off your bags and let us handle the rest.

📍 Clean Shirt Co. Laundromat
       1117 S. Farwell Street, Eau Claire, WI
⏰ Open daily: 6 AM – 11 PM
📱 Follow us: @cleanshirtlaundry on Instagram & Facebook