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How to Open a Laundromat

Many rental homes and apartment buildings do not always provide washers and dryers to their residents. Opening a laundromat is a great business to start, especially if it is in a community where there is not one close by. You may want to consider opening one in the area. Here are a few steps to get you started.

How to open a laundromat:




  1. Find out what it will take to start or operate a laundromat. You might want to visit a few, just to see how they operate.


  2. Search for a location where there are no laundromats near by.


  3. Apply for a business license at your city or county department.


  4. While at the city or county department, find out what are the requirements for opening a laundromat.


  5. You will need to get a wholesale permit if you are going to be selling merchandise.


  6. Take into consideration what it will cost to operate a laundromat.


  7. Have a business plan prepared to present to the bank when you apply for financing.