Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services in Omaha Since 1917
Max I. Walker has been a trusted name in clothing care for over a century, serving the Omaha Metro area since 1917. As a family-owned business spanning five generations, we combine decades of expertise with cutting-edge techniques to deliver unmatched quality in dry cleaning, laundry, and specialty garment care. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our eco-friendly cleaning processes, which utilize biodegradable solutions and reusable garment bags to minimize environmental impact. We pride ourselves on personalized service, offering same-day turnaround without extra charges and convenient drive-thru or curbside options at all 10 locations. Our team of certified professionals brings extensive experience to every service, from wedding gown preservation to commercial uniform rental programs.With a written guarantee of customer satisfaction and a track record of winning 'Best of Omaha' awards annually since 2013, we maintain rigorous quality standards while adapting to modern needs. Our community involvement, including the 'Max's Coats for Kids' initiative, reflects our dedication to ethical business practices and local support. This combination of heritage, technical expertise, and customer-centric approach establishes us as industry leaders in both dry cleaning and laundry services.
Services
Dry Cleaning
Laundry Service
Wedding Gown Preservation
Area Rug Cleaning
Household Items Cleaning
Pickup & Delivery
Uniform Rental
Suede & Leather Cleaning
Details
- Year established: 1917
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for 107 years with five generations of clothing care expertise
- Eco-friendly cleaning processes using biodegradable solutions
- Same-day service available without extra charge
- 100% satisfaction guarantee on all cleaning services
- Operates Omaha's largest dry cleaning network with 10 convenient locations
What people say
Great service
Friendly staff
Quick turnaround
Professional cleaning
Excellent value
Services
Dry Cleaning
Our professional dry cleaning service uses eco-friendly solutions to clean delicate fabrics without water damage. Specializing in suits, dresses, and 'dry clean only' garments, we employ expert stain removal techniques and professional pressing equipment. The process includes garment tagging, pocket checking, stain pretreatment, and finishing with industrial steamers. Customers benefit from same-day service options and a written satisfaction guarantee.
Wedding Gown Preservation
This specialized service combines expert cleaning with long-term preservation for wedding dresses. Our in-house specialist with 40+ years' experience performs hand-cleaning before sending gowns to our trusted partner for acid-free tissue packing and lignin-free chest preservation. Includes a 100-year anti-yellowing guarantee and free preservation of up to five accessories like veils or detachable trains.
Area Rug Cleaning
Professional cleaning for handmade and machine-made area rugs up to 10'x13'. Our process removes embedded dirt, pet dander, and stains while disinfecting fibers. Available with pickup/delivery ($2.67/sq ft) or drop-off ($2.17/sq ft) options. Includes fringe cleaning and sanitization to eliminate bacteria, returning rugs to like-new condition at a fraction of replacement cost.
Household Items Cleaning
Specialized cleaning for bed linens, curtains, and comforters using commercial equipment. Services include down comforter cleaning, curtain dry cleaning with optional rehanging, and quilt preservation. Our drapery center handles professional pickup and installation, while our laundry service accommodates bulky items like sleeping bags and heavy blankets.
Pickup & Delivery Service
Scheduled home or office pickup and delivery for all cleaning needs. Available on regular weekly routes with no additional charge for service frequency. Provides seamless experience with credit card on file and free provision of appropriate garment bags. Ideal for busy professionals and businesses requiring consistent service without store visits.
People
Fonda
Bridal Gown Specialist
With over 40 years of experience since joining Max I. Walker in 1986, Fonda has personally cleaned thousands of wedding gowns. She specializes in delicate fabric care and stain removal for both modern and vintage bridal attire.
Questions
Do you offer same-day dry cleaning service?
Yes, we guarantee same-day service for items dropped off before 9 AM weekdays at all locations, with no extra charge.
Can you clean wedding dresses?
Yes, we offer complete wedding gown services including cleaning, pressing, and preservation with a 100-year anti-yellowing guarantee.
Do you provide pickup and delivery options?
Yes, we offer scheduled pickup and delivery service for residential and business customers across the Omaha Metro area.
Are your cleaning processes environmentally friendly?
Yes, we use EcoSolv - a biodegradable cleaning solution - and provide reusable garment bags to reduce plastic waste.
Do you clean area rugs?
Yes, we clean area rugs up to 10'x13' using specialized equipment that removes embedded dirt and sanitizes fibers.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and maintain card-on-file systems for convenient billing with our pickup and delivery services.
Reviews (6)
Mackenzie M.
Mar 10, 2021
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I found a formal gown at the thrift store for an upcoming wedding with a bunch of stains on it. I took my dress to Max I. Walker based on a recommendation from my neighbor. Lily was really kind and took extra care to get all of the stains out of my dress. She could have charged me more, but she didn't. Very satisfied with my experience!
Katrinka K.
Jan 23, 2019
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Great service, very quick and friendly. Also for all of you that have lived in a big city, they have wash and fold. I feel like all of my midwestern dreams have been answered. I don't know of any other place in omaha that does this but believe me when I don't feel like doing laundry I will be trying this service out
Simon L.
Dec 18, 2018
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P.J. is a the consummate expert: she seems to me to fully understand her trade, and will guide you to the best solution for all of your clothing needs, even if it means you can quickly take care of them yourself. I ask her for advice as much as for her cleaning services.
Matt G.
Aug 02, 2018
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The entire staff and owners are top notch! They take care of their customers and the service they provide is incredible. Its nice to see the family business continue on! Price and service is what keeps me coming back!
Val V.
Jun 10, 2016
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The pricing here is just astronomical. I took in a load of drycleaning and laundry last month and for some relatively basic dresses (knee-length, business attire) they charged $16 apiece. And they do not tell you up front how much you'll be charged (shady). In terms of quality, seeing as you're paying out the nose, I'll note that they did a fine job with dry cleaning including stuffing the sleeves of my blazers with tissue to prevent creasing - much appreciated. However, I was not impressed with the laundry service - for two button down shirts (which were only $3 each) I had washed
Sam D.
Jun 05, 2016
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Would not recommend this dry cleaning place. They keep the door locked all of the time so an employee has to let you in, alittle sketchy. I brought a dress in and had to take it back because it didn't even look like it was dry cleaned, the stains were still all there. They did wash it a second time for free, just a large inconvenience to go back.
