The Laundry Doctor

Business Details

25 Years

experience

Emergency

services

Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Laundry Solutions

The Laundry Doctor has been a trusted partner for commercial and residential laundry solutions in the Twin Cities since 2001. Founded by Jeff Gardner and now owned by Peter and Kathy Allen, our family-owned business combines decades of industry experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional service. We specialize in commercial laundry processing, linen rental programs, and emergency laundering services for hotels, medical offices, event centers, and more.

Our team prioritizes convenience through 24/7 lockers and workplace pickup/drop-off relationships while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in every garment we handle. With state-of-the-art equipment and a commitment to personalized service, we ensure businesses maintain professional presentation standards through perfectly laundered linens, towels, and uniforms.

Services

Commercial Laundry Linen Rental Emergency Services Dry Cleaning Wash & Fold Garment Repair Hotel Linens Medical Laundry Event Center Service AirBnB Solutions

Details

Year established: 2001

Highlights and features

Family-owned with 22 years of Twin Cities commercial laundry expertise
24/7 lockers and workplace pickup/drop-off relationships available
Specialized processing for healthcare, hospitality, and event industries
State-of-the-art equipment with meticulous quality control
Emergency laundering services for urgent needs

What people say

Impeccable cleanliness Prompt delivery Professional team Reliable service Exceptional care

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Services

Commercial Laundry

We process high-volume laundry for hospitality, healthcare, and service businesses using industrial equipment. Our technicians handle linens, uniforms, and workwear with specialized detergents and pressing techniques. Clients receive consistently clean textiles that maintain professional presentation standards while reducing in-house laundry burdens.

Linen Rental

Our linen rental program supplies hotels, gyms, and medical facilities with premium sheets, towels, and entry mats. We maintain inventory through regular cleaning cycles using dedicated machines that prevent cross-contamination. This service ensures businesses always have fresh linens without upfront purchase costs or storage requirements.

Emergency Services

We handle urgent laundry needs for equipment failures or large-scale cleanings. Our team processes stained items, athletic uniforms, and specialty linens with accelerated turnaround times. This service includes reclaim washing for heavily soiled materials using enhanced stain removal protocols and specialized solvents.

Dry Cleaning

Our dry cleaning service handles delicate fabrics using separate machines for silk, cashmere, and specialty garments. We employ gentle solvents and manual pressing techniques to preserve fabric integrity. This service includes specialized care for wedding gowns, formal wear, and business attire with protective packaging for delivery.

Wash & Fold

We process everyday laundry items using calibrated washing cycles and automated folding systems. Customers receive neatly folded garments in designated bags with optional air-drying for delicate items. This service includes optional additional wash cycles for heavily soiled workwear and uniforms.

People

Jeff Gardner

Founder

Founded The Laundry Doctor in 2001, bringing extensive laundry industry experience to establish the company's initial commercial service model before transitioning ownership in 2023.

Peter Allen

Owner

Co-owner with 10+ years of laundry and delivery operations experience, acquired The Laundry Doctor in 2023 to continue its tradition of commercial laundry excellence in the Twin Cities.

Kathy Allen

Owner

Co-owner with extensive laundry industry background, partners with Peter Allen to maintain The Laundry Doctor's commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction since 2023.

Questions

What commercial laundry services do you offer?

We provide full-service commercial laundry processing for hotels, medical offices, event centers, and other businesses including linen rental, uniform cleaning, and specialty garment care.

Do you offer emergency laundry services?

Yes, our emergency laundering services handle urgent needs like equipment breakdowns with rapid turnaround times for stained items, athletic uniforms, and specialty linens.

How do pickup and delivery work?

We offer workplace pickup/drop-off relationships and 24/7 lockers at multiple Twin Cities locations. Customers can also schedule in-person meetings or central location deliveries.

What specialty cleaning options exist?

We handle delicate fabrics using separate machines for silk, cashmere, and specialty garments with gentle solvents and manual pressing techniques for wedding gowns and formal wear.

Do you provide linen rental programs?

Yes, our linen rental program supplies hotels, gyms, and medical facilities with premium sheets, towels, and entry mats through regular cleaning cycles without upfront purchase costs.

What additional services are available?

We offer garment repairs starting at $19.99, leather care, zipper replacements, and specialized cleaning for Uggs, leather boots, and fur items with varying processing times.

Reviews (6)

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Jean J.

Dec 02, 2021 Report

I have only used this service a few times, but I am very happy with them. The price is reasonable, they offer all kinds of options, I can schedule pick up and drop off at my conveniece. The laundry done very well, folded and plastic wrapped and returned in their custom bags. I will continue using them for the foreseeable future.

Rachel Nunn

Nov 28, 2021 Report

I absolutely love the Wash/Dry/Fold Service,
Once I dropped off a pair of my favorite salmon colored pants (light pink) that I got a blue link stain on and thought to myself " they probably won't be about to get this stain out" and was pleasantly surprised when they did. The staff here are always so nice and helpful an I am that customer that drops off a minimum of 100 lbs. every time I come and they always greet me with a smile and help me bring everything in, and they always follow any specific instructions on how I want my clothes handled.

Genevieve

Oct 14, 2021 Report

I was pleasantly surprised with my recent experience after reading some of the if-y reviews here. My apartment complex recently closed our laundry room for renovations and we were referred to Laundry Doctor in the meantime by management. I dropped off my clothes and was able to pick them up a little over a day later. The woman who was working when I dropped them off was really nice (Katrina, I think?), answered all of my questions, and didnt judge me for the absurd amount of time itd obviously been since I had done my laundry. I dropped off four weeks worth of laundry in two large ikea bags

Drew Mares

Oct 14, 2021 Report

Convenient service but be careful what clothes you take there. They ended up turning a handful of our white pink, and shredding one of the knit sweaters I brought in. For things that dont need to be washed delicately or that are important to you, it is a very convenient service. Personally the price is not worth the quality I received so I will not be returning.

Ahmet K. Dokumaci

Sep 05, 2021 Report

It's been 11 days since my clothes were picked up from one of their lockers. I have been charged $36 for the service. They're not responding my calls, I have left two voice messages. No response. Nothing. I had to buy new clothes because I gave most of my clothes for cleaning. I don't think I'll use this service again.
Edit: Oh, have I mentioned that they've removed the locker without any notice!! Where are my clothes guys??!!
Edit: 12 days now.

Alex Mongin

Aug 26, 2021 Report

The laundry doctor is THE BEST! We use their service at my place of work and they always deliver perfectly folded, sorted, pristine laundry with a smile. Thank you Laundry Doctor!