Drop off at our La Mesa facility, or save the trip with pickup at your door. Same wash, same price per pound, same next-day turnaround.
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We accept wash & fold and dry cleaning drop-offs at 7918 El Cajon Blvd in La Mesa during open hours. No appointment needed. Bring your laundry, we weigh it, you get a receipt, we text you when it’s ready, typically the next business day. Pricing is the same as our pickup service ($2.49/lb weekly, $2.69/lb on-request), and you skip the $5.99 pickup fee. Most customers still choose pickup because the round-trip costs more than the fee. Both options work. Both get the same ozone-sanitized clean.
Two ways to get the same clean. Here’s the honest math.
Drop off | Pickup (recommended) | |
|---|---|---|
Cost per pound | $2.49/lb (weekly) | $2.49/lb (weekly) |
Service fee | None | $5.99 per pickup |
Drive time | 30–60 min round trip | 0 minutes |
Trips required | 2 (drop, then return) | 0 |
Hours | Mon–Fri 7am–5pm, Sat 8am–12pm | Schedule any window |
Best for | You’re already in La Mesa | Anyone who values their time |
Turnaround | Next business day | Next business day |
Ozone sanitization | Included | Included |
Detergent choice | Yes (5 options) | Yes (5 options) |
Minimum order | $49.99 | $49.99 |
The honest take: Most customers do the math and choose pickup. The $5.99 fee covers a round trip that would cost you 30–60 minutes plus gas. If you live within five minutes of La Mesa or you’re already passing by, drop-off makes sense. Otherwise, pickup wins on time and cost.
Address: Freshly Folded 7918 El Cajon Blvd La Mesa, CA 91942 (619) 586-5755
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Driving notes: Free street parking on El Cajon Blvd in front of the facility. We’re between Baltimore Drive and Lake Murray Boulevard, on the south side of El Cajon Blvd. Look for the Freshly Folded sign.
Driving directions from major San Diego areas:
After hours: No after-hours dropbox at this time. If you need to drop off outside open hours, schedule a pickup instead — we collect from your door.
You don’t need much. Walk in with:
That’s it. No appointment. No paperwork. No upsell.
Choose a cleaning plan that fits your needs. No hidden fees, just spotless results from our laundry service in San Diego.
Weekly Service
$49.99 minimum order
$5.99 Transportation charge
On-request Service
$49.99 minimum order
$5.99 Transportation charge
Five steps, start to finish:
Pick up at your convenience during open hours. Show your receipt or your name, grab your bagged laundry, you’re out.
Service | Price |
|---|---|
Wash & fold (weekly recurring) | $2.49/lb |
Wash & fold (on-request) | $2.69/lb |
Wash & fold (subscription, 6% off) | $2.35/lb |
Dry cleaning — shirt | $7.75 |
Dry cleaning — suit (2-piece) | $22.50 |
Pressing | $4.50/item |
Minimum order: $49.99 (about 20 lbs of wash & fold). Applies to drop-off, too.
No pickup fee: $5.99 transport charge only applies to scheduled door pickups. Drop off in person, skip the fee.
What’s always included: Your choice of detergent (Tide, Gain, All Free & Clear, 7th Generation, or Persil), fabric softener (or none), ozone sanitization, hangers for hung items, and re-bagging in our branded laundry bags.
For the full price list, see our pricing page.
We get it — drop-off feels cheaper. But run the numbers.
The $5.99 pickup fee is roughly the cost of two pounds of laundry. A round trip from a typical San Diego address to La Mesa runs 20–40 minutes of driving plus gas. If your time is worth $20 an hour, that round trip costs you $7–13 in time alone, before fuel.
Pickup is cheaper than the trip for almost everyone outside walking distance.
When drop-off actually makes sense:
When pickup wins:
Either way, the laundry comes back the same. Same machines, same ozone, same detergents, same fold.
Where do I drop off?
At our facility: 7918 El Cajon Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942. Free street parking out front. Walk in during open hours, no appointment needed.
What are your hours for drop-off?
Monday through Friday, 7am to 5pm. Saturday, 8am to 12pm. Closed Sunday. If you can’t make these hours, schedule a pickup instead — we collect from your door any day Monday through Saturday.
Do I need to schedule a drop-off appointment?
No. Walk in any time during open hours. Intake takes about five minutes.
How long does it take to get my laundry back?
Next business day. Drop off Monday morning, pick up Tuesday. Drop off Saturday morning, pick up Monday. Dry cleaning takes 5–7 business days standard, with rush next-day available.
Can I drop off after hours?
We don’t have an after-hours dropbox. If you need to drop off outside our open hours, the easier option is to schedule a pickup — we collect from your doorstep on your schedule.
What’s the cost difference between drop-off and pickup?
Per-pound pricing is the same: $2.49/lb weekly or $2.69/lb on-request. Drop-off has no service fee. Pickup adds a $5.99 transportation charge. For most customers, the round-trip drive to La Mesa costs more in time and gas than the $5.99, which is why most people choose pickup.
Do you offer pickup if I can’t drop off?
Yes. Pickup and delivery is our core service. Schedule online at Freshly Folded or call (619) 586-5755. Pickup windows Monday through Saturday across 60+ San Diego County communities.
What if I have less than $49.99 worth of laundry?
The $49.99 minimum applies to both drop-off and pickup. If you’re under the minimum, you’ll be billed for the difference. Most customers hit the minimum at about 20 pounds — roughly one full kitchen trash bag of laundry.
Can I drop off and have it delivered?
Yes. Drop off at La Mesa, ask for delivery on the return, and we’ll bring it to your door for the standard $5.99 delivery fee. Useful if you have time to drop off, but not to come back.
Do you accept drop-offs from businesses? Yes. Restaurants, salons, gyms, Airbnb hosts, and small offices regularly drop off commercial loads. For volume accounts (over 100 lbs/week), call (619) 586-5755 or email [email protected] to set up scheduled pickup with volume pricing.
Complete Garment Care Services
Expert washing and folding for everyday laundry with pickup and delivery
Specialized care for suits, dresses, and delicate garments—professional pressing included with every order
Preservation and cleaning for special occasion garments
Professional-grade cleaning for businesses, restaurants, salons, and gyms
Convenient scheduling throughout San Diego County
Here at Freshly Folded, you and your needs are our top priority. We wouldn’t be here without you, so we want to be constantly evaluating and improving. We know there are lots of options when it comes to getting clean laundry, but we consider ourselves to be your best option.
Huge thanks to Freshly Folded for the amazing service! Nicole was a blessing to work with, she walked me through the process with ease, and to Steve for making the trip to get these items picked up on the same day.
Outstanding service from start to finish! The team was professional, punctual, and my clothes came back looking better than when I bought them. Will definitely be using Freshly Folded again!
I've tried several laundry services before, but Freshly Folded is by far the best! Fast delivery, excellent quality, and their customer service is top-notch. Highly recommend to anyone!
Huge thanks to Freshly Folded for the amazing service! Nicole was a blessing to work with, she walked me through the process with ease, and to Steve for making the trip to get these items picked up on the same day.
Outstanding service from start to finish! The team was professional, punctual, and my clothes came back looking better than when I bought them. Will definitely be using Freshly Folded again!
I've tried several laundry services before, but Freshly Folded is by far the best! Fast delivery, excellent quality, and their customer service is top-notch. Highly recommend to anyone!