How to Select a Dry Cleaner

Choosing the right dry cleaner is important as you want to ensure the proper care of your clothing, especially now when even a simple tee can cost hundreds of dollars. While location  and convenience are probably the most dominant factors, there are other important things that  you should consider: 

For starters, a modern dry cleaner should offer the full range of services, from petroleum-based dry cleaning and water-based wet cleaning to professional laundry and tailoring. Other services such as pick-up and delivery, and quick turn around time should also be offered. 

Next, try to stick to a dry cleaner with a plant on site. In other words, one that does its own cleaning rather than one that sends out garments to a wholesaler. Wholesalers work on volume and too often will compromise on quality. A high-quality operation, on the other hand, will make the extra effort to remove tough stains, use only well-distilled/well-purified solvent, and then present your clothes in a classy manner.  

Keep in mind other factors such as cleanliness and appearance, whether your clothes come back smelling clean and finished correctly, and look at the reviews to see if there are any recurring issues. A professional dry cleaner will also maintain proper insurance, so if you see signs explaining all the things the cleaner is not responsible for, then you might want to consider going elsewhere. 

Well-made garments are an investment that should last for many years. The right dry cleaner will help keep those favorite garments of yours in tip-top shape, and meet your expectations for quality and convenience.