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Laundry Service in Encinitas, CA | Free Pickup & Next-Day Delivery

Professional wash & fold, dry cleaning, and pressing for Encinitas’ coastal community. Free pickup and delivery from Leucadia to Cardiff-by-the-Sea with next-day turnaround.

Wash and Fold Laundry Services in Encinitas

Wash and Fold Laundry Service in Encinitas

The foundation of our laundry service in Encinitas is wash and fold. Surf gear, yoga clothes, beach towels. We handle it all with care.

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Professional Pressing Service in Encinitas

Professional Pressing Laundry Service in Encinitas

Our laundry service in Encinitas includes expert pressing. For those times when beach casual isn't quite right.

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 Dry Cleaning Services in Encinitas

Dry Cleaning Laundry Service in Encinitas

Special pieces need proper care. Our laundry service in Encinitas provides expert dry cleaning with detailed inspection.

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Wedding Gown Laundry Services in Encinitas

Wedding Gown laundry Service in Encinitas

Our laundry service in Encinitas offers bridal gown cleaning and museum-quality preservation. Your coastal wedding memories will be protected for generations.

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Professional Laundry Care for Encinitas' Coastal Community

Looking for a reliable laundry service in Encinitas? You’ve found it.
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Looking for reliable laundry care in Encinitas? Freshly Folded provides comprehensive laundry solutions with free pickup and next-day delivery throughout the coastal corridor. From wash-and-fold for beach towels and surf gear to dry cleaning for professional wardrobes and expert pressing for business attire, we handle everything your coastal lifestyle demands—delivered right to your door.

Encinitas living means embracing the coast—morning surf sessions at Swami’s, yoga classes at local studios, strolling Coast Highway 101’s boutiques, exploring Self-Realization Fellowship gardens. Between active outdoor lifestyles, wellness practices, and coastal community engagement, laundry shouldn’t interrupt your flow.

Freshly Folded brings professional laundry care directly to Encinitas homes and businesses. We handle wash-and-fold for sandy beach towels and activewear, dry cleaning for professional wardrobes, and expert pressing for dress shirts and business casual attire. Everything gets picked up from your door, professionally cleaned with attention to coastal laundry challenges, and returned within 24 hours.

No more dedicating precious weekend mornings to laundry when you could be catching waves. No more struggling with salt-damaged beach towels in home washers. Just convenient, professional service designed specifically for coastal living.

Complete Laundry Solutions for Encinitas Residents

Wash and Fold Service

The foundation of coastal laundry care. We pick up your dirty clothes, sort everything by color and fabric type, wash with premium detergents, dry at proper temperatures, and fold or hang every item professionally. Perfect for managing constant beach towels, surf gear, yoga clothes, activewear, and everyday clothing that coastal lifestyles generate.

What we handle: Everyday clothing, beach towels and swimwear, surf gear and wetsuits (non-neoprene items), yoga and activewear, bedding and linens, kids’ clothes, and household items.

Special coastal expertise: We pre-rinse sandy and salty items to remove sand and salt before washing, preventing fabric damage and musty odors common with beach laundry.

Pricing: $2.49/lb weekly service, $2.69/lb on-request | $49.99 minimum + $5.99 transportation

Dry Cleaning Service

Professional care for suits, dress shirts, slacks, dresses, blazers, and delicate fabrics that require specialized cleaning. Every garment receives inspection before and after cleaning, with quality control at each step. Perfect for professionals working in Carlsbad’s business corridor, local boutique owners, or anyone maintaining polished wardrobes alongside casual coastal wear.

What we handle: Suits and blazers, dress pants and skirts, silk and delicate fabrics, professional dresses, sport coats, specialty garments, and items requiring expert stain treatment.

Pricing: Per-item pricing based on garment type | Free pickup and delivery

Professional Pressing Service

Expert pressing for dress shirts, blouses, pants, and professional attire. Crisp collars, sharp creases, wrinkle-free presentation. Ideal for professionals who split time between beach casual and business meetings, needing a polished appearance without the hassle of home ironing.

What we handle: Dress shirts and blouses, dress pants, khakis, professional skirts, business casual attire, and linen items.

Pricing: Per-item rates | Next-day turnaround available

Wedding Gown Preservation

Museum-quality cleaning and preservation for wedding dresses with a 30-year guarantee. Your coastal wedding gown receives expert cleaning, careful pressing, and archival-quality packaging that protects against yellowing, oxidation, and fabric degradation. Trusted by Encinitas brides marrying at local venues.

Simple Laundry Service Process Throughout Encinitas

Schedule Service

Book online 24/7 or call (619) 586-5755. Choose your preferred pickup time—morning, afternoon, or evening. We serve all Encinitas neighborhoods from Leucadia to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, downtown Encinitas to Olivenhain.

Prepare Your Items

Place clothing in any bag or basket. For beach items, shake out excess sand if possible. For dry cleaning, hang items on hangers when feasible. Tell us your preferences for wash-and-fold (detergent choice, folding vs. hanging, sorting preferences) or special instructions for delicate items.

Free Pickup

Our driver collects from your doorstep at the scheduled time. Serving addresses throughout the coastal corridor—from homes near Moonlight Beach to neighborhoods by San Elijo Lagoon, Coast Highway 101 businesses to residential streets in Olivenhain.

Professional Cleaning

At our facility, we process everything with commercial-grade equipment and premium products:

  • Wash & Fold: Sort by color/fabric, pre-rinse beach items to remove sand and salt, pre-treat stains, wash with your chosen detergent, dry at proper temperatures, and apply ozone sanitation
  • Dry Cleaning: Inspect garments, spot-treat stains, clean with professional solvents, press to perfection, quality control check

Pressing: Steam and press with commercial equipment for crisp, professional results

Quality Control

Every item receives inspection before packaging. Buttons checked, stains verified removed, pressing quality confirmed, beach items checked for complete sand removal, and garments properly folded or hung.

Next-Day Delivery

Fresh, clean items return to your Encinitas home the next business day. Everything arrives professionally packaged and ready for your closet.

What Makes Our Encinitas Service Different

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Coastal Laundry Expertise

We understand Encinitas lifestyles—daily surf sessions, yoga practices, beach outings, and active outdoor living generate unique laundry challenges. Sandy towels, salty swimwear, and sun-damaged fabrics require special handling we've perfected for coastal communities.

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Beach Item Specialists

Pre-rinsing removes sand and salt before washing, preventing fabric damage and musty odors. Our commercial equipment handles what home washers can't—thorough cleaning of heavily soiled beach towels, surf gear, and outdoor items.

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Premium Products Included

Choose from Tide, Gain, All Free & Clear (hypoallergenic), 7th Generation (eco-friendly), Persil, and Downy fabric softener. No cheap industrial detergents—only brands you'd buy yourself. Included at no extra cost.

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Hospital-Grade Ozone Sanitation

Every wash-and-fold load receives ozone treatment that kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses without harsh chemicals. Perfect for beach towels, yoga clothes, kids' items, and activewear. Standard on all orders, not an upsell.

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Wellness Community Friendly

We understand the local wellness culture—yoga instructors managing multiple class outfits, fitness professionals, holistic practitioners, and health-conscious families. Hypoallergenic and eco-friendly options available.

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Comprehensive Service Range

One provider for all laundry needs. Wash-and-fold for coastal lifestyle volume, dry cleaning for professional wardrobes, pressing for business attire, and wedding gown preservation for beachside ceremonies.

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Next-Day Turnaround

Schedule pickup Monday through Saturday and receive delivery the following business day. Fastest professional service along the North County coast.

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Custom Preferences Honored

Tell us exactly how you want items handled. Your specifications become our standard process—consistent quality every single time.

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Free Pickup & Delivery

We come to you throughout Encinitas and the surrounding coastal communities. No extra fees within our service area.

Encinitas Customers Using Our Services

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Surf Community

Daily sessions at Swami's, Moonlight Beach, or D Street generate constant laundry—board shorts, rash guards, beach towels, wetsuit liners. We handle the volume and saltwater challenges that coastal living creates.

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Yoga & Wellness Professionals

Instructors teaching multiple classes at local studios need clean activewear constantly. We keep yoga clothes, fitness apparel, and wellness professional wardrobes fresh and ready.

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Coast Highway Business Owners

Boutique owners, restaurant staff, salon professionals, and retail workers along Coast Highway 101 appreciate convenient pickup and delivery that works around business hours.

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Active Lifestyle Families

Parents managing kids' beach activities, surf lessons, school at Flora Vista or Oak Crest Middle School, and constant outdoor play. We eliminate the laundry burden.

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Professionals & Remote Workers

Tech workers, consultants, and professionals working from home in Encinitas who need both casual coastal wear and polished business attire for video calls and occasional meetings.

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Vacation Rental Owners

Managing Airbnb or VRBO properties near the beaches? Our commercial laundry service handles linens, towels, and turnover needs with reliable scheduling.

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Self-Realization Fellowship Community

Residents and visitors to the meditation gardens who value quality service, mindful practices, and reliable care for personal items.

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Leucadia & Cardiff Residents

Families in these neighborhoods are balancing coastal lifestyles with work commitments, school activities, and community engagement.

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Anyone Valuing Coastal Time

Encinitas residents who'd rather spend mornings catching waves, afternoons at the beach, evenings at sunset viewpoints, or weekends exploring local gardens instead of doing laundry.

Items We Handle Across All Services

Wash and Fold

Everyday Clothing: T-shirts, jeans, casual wear, underwear, socks, pajamas, loungewear

Beach & Coastal Items: Beach towels (pre-rinsed for sand/salt), swimsuits and cover-ups, surf shirts and board shorts, beach blankets, sun-protective clothing

Athletic & Wellness Wear: Yoga clothes and leggings, gym and fitness apparel, running and cycling clothes, activewear and compression gear, sports team uniforms

Professional Attire: Business casual clothes, work shirts and blouses (non-dry clean), dress pants (non-dry clean), scrubs if applicable

Bedding & Linens: Sheets and pillowcases, comforters and blankets, towels and washcloths, bath mats

Family Items: Baby clothes and onesies, kids’ school and play clothes, teen clothing, adult everyday wear

Special Items: Pet bedding and blankets, reusable shopping bags, cleaning cloths, picnic blankets

Dry Cleaning

Business Wear: Suits and blazers, dress pants and skirts, dress shirts (if preferred), professional dresses

Formal Wear: Evening gowns, cocktail dresses, formal suits, tuxedos

Specialty Items: Silk garments, delicate fabrics, designer pieces, sport coats, cashmere sweaters

Seasonal Items: Wool coats, winter jackets, specialty outerwear

Professional Pressing

Business Attire: Dress shirts, dress pants, khakis, blouses, professional skirts

Casual Dress Clothes: Cotton shirts, linen pants and dresses, casual blazers

What Requires Different Service

  • Neoprene wetsuits (specialized surf shop cleaning)
  • Leather and suede (specialized cleaning)
  • Wedding gowns (preservation service)
  • Items with excessive damage (we’ll consult)
Pricing

Transparent & Affordable Laundry Service Pricing

Choose a cleaning plan that fits your needs. No hidden fees, just spotless results from our laundry service in San Diego.

Weekly Service

2.49

per pound

$49.99 minimum order

$5.99 Transportation charge

On-request Service

2.69

per pound

$49.99 minimum order

$5.99 Transportation charge

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Frequently Asked Questions: Laundry Service in Escondido, CA

How does your laundry service work in Escondido?
Schedule pickup online or by phone. We pick up from your Escondido address at your preferred time, process according to service type (wash and fold, dry cleaning, pressing), and deliver back based on turnaround time. Wash and fold returns next business day; dry cleaning takes 2-3 business days.
What makes your service different from other laundry options?
We offer complete services under one provider—wash and fold, dry cleaning, pressing, and wedding gown care. Every wash and fold load receives hospital-grade ozone sanitation for free. We use only premium detergents and environmentally responsible dry cleaning solvents. Most importantly, we're local to Escondido with service throughout all neighborhoods.
Do you serve all Escondido zip codes?
Yes! We serve 92025, 92026, 92027, and 92029—covering all Escondido residential areas from downtown to the hills, the valley to the canyon areas.
What detergents do you use for wash and fold?
You choose! Options include Tide, Gain, All Free & Clear (hypoallergenic), 7th Generation (eco-friendly), Persil, and other premium brands. All included at no extra cost.
Can you handle professional work attire?
Absolutely. We offer wash and fold for everyday work clothes, pressing for dress shirts and business casual, and dry cleaning for suits and delicate professional garments. Perfect for Palomar Medical Center staff, school district employees, and downtown business professionals.
What is ozone sanitation?
Hospital-grade ozone treatment kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses without harsh chemicals. It's safe for all fabrics, eliminates odors, and provides superior sanitization—included free with every wash and fold order.
How quickly can you return my laundry?
Wash and fold: Next business day when scheduled Monday–Saturday. Dry cleaning: 2-3 business days. Pressing: 1-2 business days. Wedding gown services: Custom timeline based on service.
Do you clean wedding gowns?
Yes! We offer pre-wedding preparation, post-wedding cleaning, and museum-quality preservation with a 30-year guarantee. Our specialized process protects gowns for future generations.
Can I set specific preferences for my laundry?
Absolutely. Specify water temperature, detergent brand, what to hang versus fold, fabric softener preferences, sorting method, and any special instructions. We save your preferences and follow them consistently.
How do I prepare laundry for pickup?
For wash and fold: Place in any bag or basket, check pockets. For dry cleaning: Hang garments or fold neatly, and note any stains. Leave at your door or hand to the driver. No sorting needed—we handle that professionally.
Do you handle commercial laundry for Escondido businesses?
Yes! We serve restaurants, medical offices, salons, gyms, and other businesses throughout Escondido. Contact us for commercial pricing and services.
Why should Escondido residents use a professional laundry service?
Save 3-5 hours weekly. Spend time at the Safari Park, hiking Daley Ranch, enjoying Grand Avenue restaurants, wine tasting, or simply relaxing at home instead of doing laundry. Professional results delivered to your door.

Laundry Services Areas

We provide emergency and next-day laundry services in these areas:

North County

Cardiff by the Sea Carlsbad Del Mar Encinitas Escondido

North County

Fallbrook Leucadia Oceanside Poway Rancho Santa Fe

North County

San Marcos Solana Beach Vista

SOUTH COUNTY

Bonita Chula Vista Coronado Eastlake Imperial Beach National City

EAST COUNTY

Alpine El Cajon La Mesa Lakeside Lemon Grove Santee

EAST COUNTY

Ramona Spring Valley Rancho San Diego

SAN DIEGO COMMUNITIES

4-S Ranch Allied Gardens Bay Park Del Cerro Downtown Carmel Mountain Carmel Valley

SAN DIEGO COMMUNITIES

Clairemont College Area Hillcrest Kearny Mesa Kensington La Jolla

SAN DIEGO COMMUNITIES

Little Italy Mira Mesa Mission Beach Mission Hills Mission Valley North Park

SAN DIEGO COMMUNITIES

Ocean Beach Old Town Pacific Beach Point Loma Rancho Bernardo San Carlos

SAN DIEGO COMMUNITIES

San Diego Scripps Ranch Sorrento Valley South Park Tierrasanta University City

RIVERSIDE COUNTY

Temecula Murrieta Lake Elsinore

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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.

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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.
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