Dry Cleaning and Laundry Tips

Earlier this year, the world collectively faced a challenge that disrupted the norm. Many countries placed their citizens on lockdown to prevent the spread of the illness. As the months passed, many started to lift their lockdowns, allowing people to leave their homes as long as they practiced social distancing in public. But some people are still hesitant to go out, especially with new outbreaks continuing to rise across the country.

This has affected everyday life dramatically. Even mundane tasks, such as doing the laundry, have been affected by this global health crisis. Fortunately, many businesses have stepped up to meet the needs that emerged from this development. Find out how a laundry pickup and delivery service helps you bring a sense of normalcy back into your life while protecting your home from potential threats.

Keeping Clothes Clean in the New Normal

Before COVID-19, the main reason you would do laundry is to keep your clothes looking fresh and smelling clean. Now, it is essential to clean clothes to prevent the spread of the disease. Although the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, healthcare professionals still advise people to regularly launder clothes, especially if they or someone they live with frequently goes outside.

This is simple and easy enough to accomplish for people who have a washing machine and clothes dryer in their homes. Those who don’t have these utilize a laundromat or other laundry services. Recently, these establishments have taken to providing pickup and delivery services to help their customers who are hesitant to leave their homes.

Using Laundry Services in the New Normal

If you want to limit your time outside and choose to hire a laundry service, there are some things you have to keep in mind to protect yourself and the people handling your clothes.

Ask the laundry service about their cleaning protocols.

Every laundry service has its process of cleaning clothes. The COVID-19 situation has prompted them to adopt new practices to ensure the cleanliness of your clothes without compromising the health and safety of their staff. Ask them about these before hiring them so you can determine if they are the right fit for you.

Let your dirty clothes sit out for a few days.

Currently, there is little evidence on the transmission of the virus through clothes and other surfaces. Healthcare experts suggest keeping dirty clothes in the hamper for a few days before sending them out to the laundry services. This is because most viruses don’t survive on inanimate objects past the 72-hour mark. Keeping them out of reach from people for at least 72 hours removes the risk of passing them on.

Keep clean clothes in the bag before putting them away.

Much like how you have to let dirty clothes sit out for a couple of days, keep your clean clothes in the bag for about the same time after you receive them. Place them in the hallway closet or near the front door before putting them away in your closet.

Keep Your Clothes Clean with Starcrest Cleaners

Starcrest Cleaners understands the need to keep clothes clean and hygienic in these trying times. Our laundry pickup and delivery service makes sure your clothes are well-laundered and back to your home in a day. You just have to choose a day in the week to schedule this service.

Get in touch with us for more details. Call us on (877) 722 2209 or leave a message here to contact us.