Laundry and dry cleaning companies are always looking for ways to distinguish themselves from their competition, and those that have earned the prestigious Diamond Certified award are already several steps ahead. In addition to being San Francisco’s only Diamond Certified laundry service, sfwash differentiates itself by using environmentally-friendly products and procedures, incorporating online media into its daily operations, and offering highly personalized service. “Everything we do is based on taking care of our customers and making sure they’re satisfied,” says owner Art Bender. “Diversity and dependability are the keys to success in this industry.”
Sfwash has been providing laundry and dry cleaning services for residential and commercial clients throughout San Francisco since 2006. In addition to offering next-day pickup and delivery, the company enables customers to schedule arrangements through its comprehensive website, www.sfwash.com, and offers responsive customer service through text messaging and email.
Unlike laundry and dry cleaning services that use inexpensive products in an effort to reduce operating costs, sfwash only uses name-brand detergents and takes special measures to be as environmentally responsible as possible. Some of the company’s eco-friendly practices include using a nontoxic, biodegradable solvent for dry cleaning; implementing high-efficiency washing machines to conserve water; and using state-of-the-art Paloma tankless water heaters to reduce its natural gas usage. “We also use eco-friendly detergents like Seventh Generation,” adds Mr. Bender. “We always try to minimize our use of natural resources and overall impact on the environment.”
Another distinctive feature of sfwash is the fastidious attention to detail it shows on each individual order, which includes washing every customer’s order separately and ensuring specific instructions and special requests are met. “We’re very conscientious about taking care of our customers’ clothing,” affirms Mr. Bender. “We make sure we follow all the instructions on every order so everything comes back on time and in great shape.”