The never-ending debate!
Do you outsource your laundry to a third party commercial laundry service, or do you keep it in-house?
There are 5 reasons you should think long and hard before outsourcing...
1. Cost Control and Long-term Savings
In-house laundry is typically more cost-effective in the long run, especially for businesses with consistent laundry volumes. While there is an initial investment in equipment and setup, over time the cost per load is nearly always lower vs the recurring costs of outsourcing. This is even more true if the business can take advantage of off-peak energy times to reduce utility costs.
2. Quality Control and Customization
Doing laundry in-house gives a company complete control over hygiene. This allows you to manage standards and customise cleaning methods to suit your specific needs, like handling delicate fabrics or ensuring that linens and uniforms meet particular hygiene standards.
3. Flexibility and Convenience
Having an in-house laundry facility provides flexibility for managing laundry schedules. Companies can process laundry as needed without being dependent on the schedules and potential delays of an external provider. This can be crucial in industries like hospitality or healthcare where timely availability of clean linens is essential. You retain control!
4. Reduced Logistics and Environmental Impact
In-house laundry eliminates the need for transportation to and from an external provider, reducing logistical challenges and the environmental impact resulting from transport. For companies aiming to reduce their carbon footprint, this helps!
5. Confidentiality and Security
For businesses that handle sensitive materials, like healthcare facilities or high-end hospitality services, in-house laundry ensures that linens and uniforms do not leave the premises, maintaining confidentiality and reducing security risks.
Deciding which approach is best for your operation can be complicated. Make sure you get in touch with our experts to help you calculate the total cost saving of in-house vs outsourcing your laundry.
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