Coin Laundry

Yes indeed; I’m one of those people.
You know who I’m talking about. The ones who regularly use a public coin-​operated laundry mat facility. Call us indigent, call us un-​cool, call us plebiean or what-​have you. But to call us unclean? Now that is simply not true.
We may not have six-​figure salaries, spacious apartments with washers and dryers included, or the luxury of being able to toss on a pair of clothes straight out of our newly financed whirlpool dryers, but we, like you, are human beings and we enjoy clean linens, freshly laundered clothing, and bedsheets silky smooth and freshly softened with liberal applications of Downy. We wash our clothing, and we are legion.
I think of myself as a coin-​op laundry mat connoisseur. I have worked at several hotels and used coin-​ops since college (a time so long ago I dare not say…). I’ve come to appreciate the amenities that a good coin-​op laundry can offer and disdain the unkempt, dirty-​sinked bad apples of the bunch that so often fill in the empty spaces of America’s strip malls. With all that said– let me tell you about my local laundry facility…
I’ve used this laundrymat in Rancho Penasquitos often, more out of convenience than preference. In appearance the place is abysmal, its walls resembe the milky orange look of a bleach stain on black fabric. The floor is unremarkable, excepting the occasional detergent powder pile. I prefer not to touch things here. In all the times I’ve used this this place, I’ve never once seen anyone working in any capacity, be it cleaning, monitoring, or maintaining the locations fleet of washer/​dryers.
The coin machine is finicky but given its age, I may remark to its credit that on only one occasion did it actually «steal» my bill. The detergent dispenser is another matter altogether. Built in a time when only women washed clothing, the dispenser clearly favors the smaller fingers of the fairer sex in order to reach purchased laundry cleaner. The ham-​fisted and fat-​fingered population of which I count myself, will find themselves at the mercy of this iron contraption. Unable to fit my digits through the dispensing slot, I’ve had to request assistance from other launderors many times. Occasionally a dirty and misshapen clothes-​hanger is left lying around (by management I assume…) for just such a dillemma.

The machines themselves should be checked for excess sand, pens, coins, and other random particlars before use. They generally work. Although I’ve never had occasion to use the sinks before, I’ve noticed their condition uniform with the rest of the facility, a judgement that doesn’t increase their standing. Expect to rinse them thoroughly before use.

On the plus side this facility has plenty of parking, for although the front lot is generally crowded, the backside, if you know how to reach it, is always empty and is hugely convenient. Also, the people here are talkative and friendly, and there are several quick-​eat restaurants and bars close by if you’re looking to grab a meal while laundering.
Overall: There are better, there are worse; this place will do.
Happy laundering!
–Justin Arn

Absolute Dump
Dirty /​Broken Machines
Totally Disappointed After dragging LOTS of Laundry in Didn’t Stay as a result

I just don’t understand why laundromats are not held to a higher standard. I understand that we are not eating at these locations but we are trying to get clothes clean. This place is filthy and it scared me every time something actually dropped on the floor. I had my kids with me so I had to lay out towels on the floor just so they had a clean place to sit. So much for those towels getting clean.
And only have a washer and dryer at home but for a couple months we have to go to the laundromat. The only nice thing is as I’m able to get five loads done and folded within a couple hours. This place does allow me to do that and the machines did seem to work fine. just had a little dirtier after being there than I did before. …strange feeling when you go someplace to get your stuff clean!

Well… My washer got messed up at my apt complex and I was in need of doing laundry! I get a little self conscious when I go to laundromats cause it feels awkward! Anyway… I’m glad this one is opened today and it’s noon! I paid $ 1.50 for top load and was able to fit a lot of clothes there. Had to use 3 washers because I didn’t realize I had that much clothes. Anyway the place is pretty quiet, lots of machines are opened, there are seating areas and maybe 3 other people here. It only takes about 1 Hr to do all of my. loads and get them dried! Feeling: accomplished! Recommended!

I’ve discovered that this laundromat has for more cleaning power and is more economical than using the Laundromat at my apartments, so here I am, writing a review of a laundromat.
The place inside is dingy and worn but does not seem filthy, which is good. The folding tables are very worn out and beat up but still serve their purpose well. If you buy detergent from the machine you’re a chump. Stater Bros. is next door. Just spend the extra cash and buy a decent quantity of soap.
Since I do a weekly wash, I come early to take advantage of the big, high-​efficiency washers near the entrance. They are a bit rough on clothes, even on the delicate cycle, so if you want a lighter touch, conventional top-​loading washers are interspersed among the Big Berthas. I think this is a great idea because then you don’t have to pay for another big washer or try to cram that last bit into an already stuffed washer. We personally spend about $ 16 to do our weekly wash, which is pricey but we wear a lot of clothes.
The laundromat is staffed with a creepy-​looking dude who will do your laundry, fold it, and hang up your shirts for a fee. I ain’t rich so I choose to wash and fold my own. He also has quarters available if the change machine doesn’t like your money.
Prices vary by machine, the big front-​loading HE washers run between $ 5 and $ 6 per wash depending on the setting used. Old school top-​loaders are $ 2.25 per wash, and dryer time is a quarter for every 5 minutes. About ¹⁄₃ of the machines are broken and don’t look like they’ll be repaired any time soon, so that’s a minus star in my book, otherwise I’d call it a four-​star wash. Opening hours are 8am to 9pm most days, not sure about the weekends.

Yep it has come to this. a public laundry mat review.
Why you may ask ?
Well, you see our sewage drainage got backed up and water overflowed in our garage. No bueno. So for ONE WHOLE WEEK I was stuck without any water. I did my laundry at this particular coin-​op laundry mat. I wasn’t sure if these places still existed. Fortunately for me, this was close-​by.
OBSERVATIONS:
— Interesting place to people watch — Some gym rats come here since 24 Hour Fitness was nearby
— Wasn’t the cleanest, but what do you expect from a public laundry mat ?
— I’m a noobs. I didn’t bring my own detergent or softener. I had to purchase it there myself and I literally spent a whopping $ 20 and some change ! DIZAMM !!!
— Some of the machines were outdated and broken while others just weren’t in the best working condition. Some settings were off. It took almost an hour just to dry my clothes while others took half that time. Wat de heo ?!
— If you want to kill time, there are shops/​restaurants nearby and a carwash station. I didn’t want to leave my clothes unattended. You never know about them sock/​underwear thieves ! O. O
Anywhoo, water is back up at the house and I swear the little things we take for granted. I would hate to have to lug my dirrrrty laundry here on a regular basis. Not my idea of a fun Saturday afternoon.
But, if you’re desperate like me and need a place that’s close-​by, then Coin Laundry is passable.

The posted number was disconnected, so I do not even know if they’re in business, and I’m not going to make a special trip to the location to find out. I figure if their phone is not available I don’t want to use such a facility, even if in existence.

Some of the extra large washing machines were out of service so that was disappointing. I still was able to wash my big comforters in the regular large machines. They have one person onsite, plenty of soap, fabric softeners and a change machine. They do not have a lot of seating though so you’ll probably have to stand. It was fairly busy that morning so I’d have to say it’s business as usual at Coin Laundry.

Had to visit this laundromat as my own washing machine had gone out. When I arrived I found many of the machines broken and out of order. Some were missing the handles on the front loaders and it wasn’t even till you loaded it up and tried to latch that you realized it was not working. Very dirty. The price was reasonable though but that is the only positive thing I could find.

Wow, I’m actually reviewing a laundry mat. Had to wash two comforters that won’t fit in a regular washer, but they have about 5 really big washers to accommodate only 1 each. Five bucks to wash but the dryers are huge and get pretty hot. So 6 minutes a quarter may seem extreme but only took about 30 minutes to dry these comforters. Owner is usually there when I go and willing to help out. Make sure to bring your own detergent and fabric softener.

Yes, believe your eyes. I am reviewing a coin op laundry.
You may question why I am even visiting a coin op laundry when I have a washer and dryer at home. Simples. Queen Size comforters do not fit in our washer.
Coin op laundrettes are not exciting places. Yes there is some people watching to be done and the whole avoidation of catching the flu or another bug (but I am fine– had just got over being sick and had been for my flu shot a week and a half earlier).
This coin op laundry is pretty huge. There is one wall filled with dryers and then a ton of washers laid out in rows.
At the back of the store there is a change machine and a machine which dispenses soaps. We didnt require soap as we brought our own in a sandwich bag. Yes white powder in a sandwich bag.
The cost of a wash is 5 dollars, the machine only takes quarters (which is why there is a change machine) the actual wash takes 30 minutes.
When it comes to drying its also quarters. Next time we will take the comforter home to dry as our dryer is big enough…
No complaints about the washer or dryer.
This coin op laundry is located near a skate shop, a garden center, Stater Bros, a 24 hour Fitness, Dominos, a car wash and a few other stores and restaurants. There was enough to keep us occupied while the wash was going and the first half of the drying.
I guess if you are a member of 24 hour fitness it is a great location to drop it off and go do a workout.
I believe during the week they have a service wash.