Laundry Pickup and Delivery in Santee, CA | Free Next-Day Service
Free doorstep laundry pickup and next-day delivery throughout Santee — from Carlton Hills to West Hills, the Town Center to East Elliot, and every neighborhood in between.
Between youth sports at Sportsplex USA, weekend trips to Santee Lakes, and the daily grind along I-8 or SR-52, Santee families don’t have time to spend on laundry. Freshly Folded provides free laundry pickup and next-day delivery throughout Santee. We come to your door, handle everything from washing to professional folding, and bring it back clean the next business day. No laundromat trips. No Sunday night folding marathons. Just bag it, schedule it, and get back to living.
Santee is one of East County’s most family-focused communities — nearly 60,000 residents, a median family size of 3.3, and a community calendar packed with Little League games, soccer tournaments at Town Center Community Park, and summer concerts along the San Diego River. Add commutes to downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, or Kearny Mesa into the mix, and laundry becomes the chore that just doesn’t fit.
That’s where doorstep pickup changes everything. Freshly Folded picks up dirty laundry from your Santee home, washes everything with premium products you choose, and delivers it back fresh and neatly folded — usually within 24 hours. No driving anywhere. No waiting for machines. No sorting, washing, drying, or folding.
Just schedule online, set your bag by the door, and get clean clothes delivered back to your doorstep.
How Laundry Pickup and Delivery Works in Santee
1
Schedule Pickup
Book online 24/7 or call
(619) 586-5755.
Choose your preferred pickup time — morning, afternoon, or evening.
We serve all neighborhoods, including
Carlton Hills, West Hills, East Elliott, the Town Center area, Sky Ranch,
and homes along Mission Gorge Road and Magnolia Avenue.
2
Prepare Your Laundry
Place dirty laundry in any bag or basket. Share your preferences:
Detergent choice (Tide, Gain, hypoallergenic, eco-friendly)
What to hang vs. fold
Sorting preferences (by family member, by type)
Special instructions for sports uniforms, work clothes, or kids’ items
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We Pick Up — Free
Our driver arrives at the scheduled time and picks up from your doorstep.
House, apartment, townhome, or condo — we serve every address in Santee.
Contactless pickup is available, so you don’t even need to be home.
4
Professional Washing
At our facility, we:
Sort by color and fabric type
Pre-treat stains (grass, dirt, mud, food, sweat)
Wash with commercial-grade equipment
Use the premium detergents you selected
Dry at proper temperatures for fabric preservation
Apply hospital-grade ozone sanitation
5
Expert Folding
Every item receives careful attention:
Shirts neatly folded or hung on hangers
Sports uniforms and practice gear handled separately
Work clothes properly folded
Pants folded to avoid creases
Items organized by your specifications
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Next-Day Delivery
Fresh, clean laundry returns to your Santee home the next business day.
Everything arrives professionally packaged and ready for your closets and drawers.
Why Santee Families Choose Freshly Folded
No Laundromat Runs Required
Skip the drive, the quarters, and the waiting. We bring professional laundry service
directly to your door — whether you live near Carlton Oaks or off Cuyamaca Street in
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Built for Sports Family Volume
Santee youth sports generate mountains of laundry — grass-stained baseball pants,
muddy soccer jerseys, and sweaty practice gear. We handle the volume and pre-treat
every stain before washing.
Premium Detergents Included
Choose from Tide, Gain, All Free & Clear (hypoallergenic), 7th Generation (eco-friendly),
Persil, and more. Premium brands only — no generic substitutes, no extra charge.
Hospital-Grade Ozone Sanitation
Every load receives ozone treatment that kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses.
Ideal for families with young kids, athletes, and anyone who values deep-clean hygiene
after active days.
Commuter-Friendly Scheduling
Many Santee residents commute daily via I-8, SR-52, or SR-125.
Schedule pickup before you leave in the morning, and your clean laundry
is waiting when you get home the next evening.
Free Pickup & Delivery — Always
No delivery fees. No surcharges. Free pickup and return to every Santee address,
from ranch-style homes in Carlton Hills to apartments near the Trolley station.
Next-Day Turnaround
Schedule pickup Monday through Saturday and receive delivery the following business day.
Consistent, reliable timing you can build your week around.
Your Preferences, Every Time
Tell us how you want everything handled — water temperature, detergent, folding style,
sorting method. We follow your instructions precisely, load after load, week after week.
Who Uses Laundry Pickup and Delivery in Santee?
Youth Sports Families
Santee runs on youth sports — Santee National Little League (400+ athletes), Ravens Youth Football and Cheer, soccer leagues at Sportsplex USA, and school teams at Santana and West Hills High. That means a constant cycle of grass-stained pants, sweaty jerseys, and mud-caked practice gear. We pre-treat every stain and return everything game-ready the next day.
I-8 and SR-52 Commuters
With an average commute of nearly 28 minutes, Santee residents spend significant time on the road getting to jobs in Mission Valley, downtown San Diego, Kearny Mesa, and beyond. By the time you’re home, laundry is the last thing you want to deal with. We pick up while you’re at work and deliver the next day — your evenings stay free for family.
Dual-Income Households
When both parents work full time, and kids have packed schedules, weekends disappear into chores. Laundry is the most time-consuming of them all. We eliminate 3–5 hours of washing and folding every week, so you can spend Saturdays at Santee Lakes or biking the river trails instead.
Active Outdoor Families
Mission Trails Regional Park borders Santee’s west side with 8,000+ acres and 60 miles of trails. Add Santee Lakes, Mast Park along the San Diego River, and the Santee Boulders, and active families generate a constant stream of hiking clothes, trail gear, and sweaty activewear. We keep up with your pace.
Apartment & Condo Residents
Not every Santee home has a full-sized washer and dryer. Apartments near Town Center or the Trolley station often mean shared laundry rooms or coin machines. Our pickup service bypasses that entirely — just bag it, and we handle the rest.
Trade & Skilled Workers
Santee is home to Taylor Guitars, craft breweries like Manzanita and BNS Brewing, and businesses along the Gillespie Field corridor. Skilled trades and manufacturing jobs produce work clothes that need heavy-duty cleaning. Our commercial equipment handles grease, dust, and industrial grime that home machines can’t.
Busy Single Parents
Managing a household solo while working and raising kids leaves zero margin for laundry. We take it off your plate completely with a scheduled weekly pickup that requires almost no effort on your end.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laundry Pickup and Delivery in Santee
How does laundry pickup and delivery work in Santee?
Schedule a pickup online or by phone. Our driver comes to your Santee address, collects your dirty laundry, and brings it to our facility. We wash everything with premium products, fold it professionally, and deliver it back to your door the next business day.
What's included in the pickup and delivery service?
Everything: free pickup and delivery to any Santee address, premium detergent of your choice, proper sorting by color and fabric, washing, drying, professional folding or hanging, hospital-grade ozone sanitation, and custom preference handling. Nothing extra to buy or provide.
How much does the service cost?
Pricing is by weight: $2.49/lb for weekly service, $2.69/lb for on-request pickup. Minimum order is $49.99 plus a $5.99 transportation charge. Most Santee family orders fall between $50–100 depending on household size.
What detergents do you use?
You choose from premium brands including Tide, Gain, All Free & Clear (hypoallergenic), 7th Generation (eco-friendly), Persil, and more. Your preferred brand is included at no extra cost, and we use it consistently every pickup.
Can you handle sports uniforms and grass-stained gear?
That's one of the biggest reasons Santee families use us. We pre-treat grass stains, dirt, mud, and sweat on baseball pants, soccer jerseys, football practice gear, and every type of youth sports uniform. Our commercial equipment provides the deep clean that home machines struggle with.
How do you work around commuter schedules?
We offer flexible morning, afternoon, and evening pickup windows. Schedule pickup before your I-8 or SR-52 commute, and your clean laundry is delivered back the following evening. Contactless doorstep service means you don't even need to be home.
Do you sort laundry by family member?
Yes — just let us know. We can sort by person, by clothing type, or by any custom method you prefer. Many Santee families with multiple kids request sorting by child, so putting laundry away takes minutes instead of being another chore.
What's the turnaround time?
Next business day. Schedule pickup Monday through Saturday and receive delivery the following day. We confirm timing when you book, so you always know when to expect your clean laundry back.
Can I include bedding and towels?
Yes. Sheets, pillowcases, comforters, blankets, towels, and bath mats are all included at the same per-pound pricing. We wash bedding separately from clothing for hygiene.
Do you serve apartments near the Trolley station?
Yes — we pick up from every address in Santee, including apartments and condos near Santee Trolley Square, the Town Center area, and Mission Gorge Road. Contactless pickup is available if you're at work.
How do I prepare for pickup?
Place laundry in any bag or basket. Check pockets thoroughly (we're not responsible for items left in pockets). No need to sort — we handle that professionally. Set the bag at your designated spot for contactless pickup if preferred.
Can I set specific preferences for every order?
Tell us your water temperature, detergent brand, what to hang vs. fold, fabric softener preferences, and any special instructions. We save your preferences and follow them consistently on every single pickup.
Why should Santee families use pickup and delivery instead of doing it themselves?
Save 3–5 hours per week. That's the time you get back for coaching Little League, hiking Mission Trails, fishing at Santee Lakes, catching summer concerts at Town Center Park, or just being present with your family instead of running loads all weekend.
How do I start laundry pickup and delivery in Santee?
Call 619-586-5755 or visit freshlyfolded.com to schedule laundry pickup and delivery in Santee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our next day laundry services, next day dry cleaning, and urgent pickup throughout San Diego County.
We provide emergency laundry service throughout San Diego County with next-day pickup and delivery. Perfect for urgent situations like water damage, last-minute events, or business emergencies.
Our next-day laundry pickup can be arranged within 2–4 hours of your call. We serve all areas including La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, El Cajon, and throughout San Diego County.
Absolutely! We offer urgent dry cleaning service in La Jolla with next-day completion for most garments. Call us for emergency stain removal and urgent garment care.
While we don’t operate 24/7, we offer extended hours for emergency laundry service. Call us as early as 6 AM or as late as 8 PM for urgent laundry needs in San Diego.
Yes! We specialize in last-minute laundry pickup throughout Rancho Santa Fe and surrounding areas. Perfect for urgent business trips and special events.
Certainly! Our rush laundry delivery service covers El Cajon with next-day completion. We understand urgent needs and prioritize emergency requests.
You just click on "Schedule a Pickup" and fill in your information. We will pick up your laundry when you request. We will text you when we are on our way and let you know that we picked it up if you are not home. Then we will return your laundry to you clean and ready to be put away.
No you don't. Just leave your laundry in a secure location and let us know where that is.
We offer service to most of the county Monday through Saturday, with NEXT DAY return. Saturday deliveries are returned on Mondays. We service Ramona on Thursdays and Alpine on Wednesdays with next day return.
We pick up to all incorporated areas of San Diego County and some of the smaller surrounding areas. When you create an account the software will let you know immediately if you are in our service area. Check our service locations for more details.
All Wash & Fold orders are returned the next day unless we pick up your clothes on Saturday then they are returned on Monday. We are also able to return pressed items the next day as well. Dry Cleaning is 5-7 days.
While we strive to keep pricing easy for the customer and all inclusive, there are a few things you should be aware of. Our service includes your choice of name brand detergents and softeners, completely customized orders, no charge to hang your items, including hangers, no charges for air drying your items. Most of our competitors have fees for each of these items.
Please note there is a $45 minimum per each order, and a $5 transportation fee and a $20 missed pickup fee.
Our standard is to process your clothes using Tide & Downey, WASH all clothing in COLD water, and DRY on MEDIUM heat. We HANG all collared shirts and women's blouses, zippered jackets/hoodies, dresses, and skirts. We FOLD all T-shirts, shorts, pants, and sweatshirts. Other detergent options: Gain, All Free & Clear, Ecos Lavender, and Purcell. Other Softener Options: Gain, Suavitel, Vinegar, Standard Bounce Dryer sheets, or Bounce Free & Clear Dryer Sheets.
Yes! We offer free customization for every order. You can specify detergent, fabric softener, wash temperature, drying preferences, and even folding instructions. We’ll process your clothes exactly how you like them.
Absolutely. We carefully sort lights, darks, and whites before washing. If you have specific separation requests (like delicates, towels, or baby clothing), just let us know in your preferences.
Yes. We provide hypoallergenic detergent and fragrance-free options at no additional cost. Just select “sensitive skin” in your preferences when scheduling pickup.
Our Wash & Fold service is priced per pound with a $45 minimum per order. We also offer flat-rate options for household items like comforters, blankets, and pillows. Dry Cleaning and Pressed items are priced per garment.
No, detergent, softener, dryer sheets, and air-drying requests are included at no additional cost. Unlike many competitors, we don’t nickel-and-dime for extras.
We understand things happen. However, if our driver arrives and no laundry is available without notice, a $20 missed pickup fee may apply.
Payment is handled securely online when you create your account. We accept major credit and debit cards. Charges are processed after your order is completed and weighed.
Yes! We handle bulky household items such as comforters, blankets, pillows, and mattress covers. These are billed at flat-rate pricing per item rather than per pound.
Yes, just let us know in your order notes or preferences. We can air dry or handle items requiring extra care at no additional cost.
Absolutely. We process sports uniforms, workwear, and specialty garments. We also provide professional pressing and dry cleaning services where needed.
We do our best to treat stains and heavily soiled garments, but results depend on the fabric and type of stain. Please note special requests in your order so our team can give extra attention.
Wash & Fold orders are typically returned the **next day**, except Saturday pickups which are delivered on Monday. Pressed items can also be returned next day, while Dry Cleaning usually takes 5–7 days.
Yes! You can schedule weekly or bi-weekly pickups to make laundry care completely hands-free. You’ll still get reminders and can reschedule if needed.
At this time we do not offer same-day service, but most orders are returned in just 24 hours. For urgent requests, please call us to check availability.
If your pickup falls on a major holiday, we’ll notify you and adjust to the next available service day. Deliveries are always resumed promptly after holidays.
Yes, we provide professional Dry Cleaning for suits, dresses, and delicate items. Standard turnaround is 5–7 days.
Definitely. We offer press-only service for shirts, slacks, blouses, and more. Just mark “press only” in your preferences when scheduling.
Yes. Light, medium, or heavy starch options are available for pressed shirts. Let us know your preference in your account settings.
We carefully process gowns, tuxedos, and other formal attire through Dry Cleaning. Please allow additional time for specialty garments.
No, you don’t. You can leave your laundry in a secure location and let us know where. We’ll confirm by text once it’s picked up.
Common drop spots include the front porch, back door, garage, or with a concierge. Just note your preference in your account.
If your building has a doorman, leave your bag with them. Otherwise, choose a safe pickup spot or meet the driver at the entrance.
Yes, pickups can be rescheduled through your online account or by contacting us directly, ideally at least 12 hours in advance.
Yes, we offer plant-based and hypoallergenic options like All Free & Clear, Ecos Lavender, and vinegar as a natural softener.
We recycle hangers, reuse garment bags, and minimize single-use plastics whenever possible. Customers can return hangers for reuse.
Absolutely. We use high-efficiency washers and dryers that conserve water and energy while maintaining excellent cleaning results.
Yes, we actively participate in eco-friendly programs and encourage customers to choose sustainable laundry practices.
Yes, we carefully process delicates such as silk, wool, lace, and cashmere using appropriate wash cycles and detergents.
Of course. Just mark the items in your account or place a note in the bag, and we’ll ensure they’re air-dried instead of machine-dried.
Yes, we pre-treat stains whenever possible. Please highlight any problem areas with a note or mark on your bag for best results.
We provide dry cleaning for garments that require it. Simply separate them into the dry-clean bag and we’ll handle the rest.
We accept all major credit and debit cards, as well as secure digital payments. Cash is not accepted for pickups or deliveries.
Your card is charged once your laundry has been cleaned, folded, and weighed. You’ll receive an itemized receipt by email.
Yes, promo codes can be applied during checkout in your account. Discounts will automatically reflect in your final invoice.
Yes, we offer subscription plans with discounted rates for regular users. Plans can be canceled or modified at any time.
We currently serve San Diego and surrounding neighborhoods. Enter your zip code in our service checker to confirm coverage.
Not yet, we are focused on select regions to provide the highest quality. Expansion to new cities is in progress.
If your area isn’t covered, you can join our waitlist. We’ll notify you as soon as we expand service to your zip code.
Yes, we offer commercial laundry solutions for offices, gyms, salons, and more with flexible scheduling and bulk pricing.
You can reach us via phone at (619) 586-5755, text us at (619) 389-3206, or email hello@freshlyfolded.com.
Our team is available Monday–Friday 7 AM – 5 PM, and Saturday 8 AM – 12 PM. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.
Absolutely. If you are not satisfied with our service, we’ll reprocess your laundry at no additional cost or issue a credit.
