How to use a Laundromat

Surf N Laundry • December 9, 2025
How to Use a Laundromat: Complete Beginner Guide | Surf-N-Laundry

How to Use a Laundromat
Complete Beginner Guide

How to Use a Laundromat Page Summary

Never used a laundromat before? It's easier and faster than you think! Here's exactly what you'll learn:

  • How to sort, pre-treat, and prepare your laundry at home so everything comes out perfect
  • Exactly what to bring (and what you can buy here if you forget)
  • Step-by-step how to choose, load, pay for, and start washers & dryers
  • Current 2025 pricing for every machine size
  • Pro tips to save money, get better results, and avoid rookie mistakes
  • Best times to come for zero wait
  • How to let us do everything for you with wash-dry-fold or free pickup & delivery

By the end of this guide you'll feel like a pro — and your clothes will be cleaner than ever.

Why Surf-N-Laundry is the Best Choice in Pensacola

Brand-new machines, spotless facility, giant washers up to 80 lbs, free Wi-Fi, kids play area, vending snacks, and the friendliest staff in town. We're locally owned and actually care about giving you the cleanest, fastest experience possible.

Step 1: Prepare Your Laundry at Home (Save Time & Money!)

  1. Sort everything – whites, colors, darks, delicates, towels/heavy items.
  2. Pre-treat stains – spray or rub in stain remover now (works better).
  3. Empty every pocket – phones, AirPods, keys, lipstick disasters happen daily!
  4. Check care labels – "dry clean only" or "hand wash" → use our wash-dry-fold instead.
  5. Weigh or estimate loads – know if you need a 20 lb, 40 lb, 60 lb, or 80 lb machine.

Step 2: What to Bring

  • Laundry bags or baskets
  • Detergent pods/liquid & dryer sheets (we sell them if you forget)
  • Quarters OR your phone with our app (PayRange – faster + bonus cash!)
  • Entertainment (headphones, book, laptop – free Wi-Fi)
  • Folding helper if doing comforters or big loads

Step 3: At the Laundromat – Full Workflow

  1. Pick your washer (grab the perfect size – we have plenty).
  2. Load loosely – never pack tight (clothes need room to move).
  3. Add detergent (pods in drum first, liquid in drawer).
  4. Choose cycle – hot for whites/towels, cold for everything else to save colors.
  5. Pay with app (fastest) or quarters.
  6. Set timer or get app notifications.
  7. Move to dryer immediately when wash finishes.
  8. Clean lint trap before starting dryer.
  9. Fold right away on our big clean tables.

2025 Self-Service Pricing

Washers: 20 lb – $3.50 · 40 lb – $5.50 · 60 lb – $7.50 · 80 lb – $10.50
Dryers: 45 lb – $1.75 · 75 lb – $2.75

Pro Tips for Perfect Results Every Time

  • Cold water almost always = same clean, longer-lasting clothes
  • Don't overload dryers either – clothes need to tumble freely
  • Separate heavy items from light ones in the dryer
  • Come early mornings or weekday afternoons = machines always available
  • Use our app → pay faster + earn free bonus cash on every load

Too Busy (or Just Hate Laundry)? Let Us Do It For You!

Drop off your laundry and we'll wash, dry, and perfectly fold everything.
Only $2.00/lb next-day or $2.50/lb same-day. Free pickup & delivery available!

Schedule Wash-Dry-Fold

Surf-N-Laundry
6307 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504
(850) 285-0135 · Open 7 days a week · Always clean, always open

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