How much does it cost to get clothes dry cleaned

Looking for laundry and dry cleaning service in Singapore? People in some advanced countries are so busy these days that they don’t even have time to wash their own clothes also. They need the service of a laundry man for getting their clothes washed. This is really a very serious problem in most of the big cities and thus people are looking for laundry men who can do the job for them. In Singapore, it is really a huge problem. So here is a description of laundry price for people who are looking for a laundry service in that country.

Cost of laundry dry cleaning services in Singapore

Prices for washing the clothes and dry cleaning them is quite different. The price of washing a blouse is $4 and dry cleaning is $6 for it. Prices for a skirt are $4 and $5 respectively. For sarees, the prices are slightly high, say $8 and $13, as they are larger compared to blouses as well as skirts. Among all the dress worn by women, evening gowns are perhaps the costliest items, because dry cleaning them costs about $26.

Men’s dresses are relatively cheaper compared to ladies dresses. Ordinary shirts cost $4 and $6 respectively. T shirts, even though they are thicker and difficult to wash compared to ordinary shirts, cost about $3.5 and $4.5 respectively. Coats and jackets are also washed and dry cleaned at quite cheaper rates, say $6 and $7.5 respectively. Army uniforms cost $3.5 and $5 respectively. Thus different clothes cost differently for washing as well as dry cleaning, but still all these services are provided at a reasonable cost.

There are some other clothes which are used by both men as well as women alike. Their cleaning is somewhat costly, as there is a need for more water and cleansing substance for cleaning them. Wind breakers are dry cleaned at a price of about $12 and winter overcoat are dry cleaned at a price of over $16. Jeans pants are washed at $4 and dry cleaned at $6. Sweaters are also cleaned at the same price.

Along with different men’s, women’s and general clothes, other general household materials are also being washed and cleaned by them. They include bedsheets, pillow covers, bed covers, mattresses, towels, cushion covers and sofa covers, curtains etc. as bedsheets are large in size, they cost about $4.5 and $10 respectively. 

Bedspreads are even more costlier and they cost respectively $12 and $14. Pillow covers are cheaper, as they are smaller in size. They cost over $1 and $2. Perhaps the costliest items which are washed by them are the carpets. If the carpets are below 7 feet, they cost over $120 and if they are over 11 feet, they cost $180. They are not washed as they are too heavy for washing. They are just dry cleaned for some time and then used again.

In Singapore, there are many companies which provide laundry service to people. Their main intention is to help the people who are unable to wash their own clothes. This inability comes due to several reasons, like lack of time in case of IT employees and inability to wash their own clothes in case of some other people who are physically challenged.

Presto dry cleaners offer a variety of services to provide expert cleaning and care for your apparels and garments. Our wide range of cleaning services is accompanied by its respective minimum price list.

For items not listed here, please enquire at counter.

All prices are inclusive of 7% GST

  • All
  • Garment Care
  • Home and Bedding
  • Alteration Services

Curtains (Day / Night) (Without Dismantling)

Curtains (Day/ Night) (With Dismantling)

Bedsheet (Single/S Single)

Roman Blinds (With Dismantling)

Blanket / Comforter / Duvet / Bedspread (Single/S Single)

Blanket / Comforter / Duvet / Bedspread (Queen/King)

Mattress Protector (thin)

What's Included in the Service?

Laundry Pickup Service

We provide door to door laundry pickup & delivery with a minimum spend of S$50*.

Instant Quotation

Our drivers are well trained to assist you with the instant pricing based on the type of garments you have.

Weekly Regular Pickup

We can arrange for a fixed weekly pickup for you with our drivers. You can plan your week and do your laundry together with your weekly chores.

Quick Turnaround

We promise to get your items ready within 5 – 6 Working Days

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We accept PayNow for all our home pickup service. For our PayNow guide, please refer to our link in our footer.

Compared to most living expenses, laundry may seem like a relatively insignificant cost. However, some laundry can actually get very expensive depending on the service required. To give consumers a better idea of how much they should expect to pay for various laundry services in Singapore, we've collected and analysed pricing data from 15 coin laundries, laundry services and dry cleaners.

Table of Contents

  • Average Cost of Laundromats
  • Average Cost of Wash & Fold Laundry Services
  • Average Cost of Dry Cleaning
  • How to Save on Laundry Services
  • Methodology

Average Cost of Laundromats / Coin Laundries in Singapore

Laundromats are the cheapest laundry service available in Singapore and offer a significantly more affordable option compared to laundry wash & fold and dry cleaning services. In addition to being relatively inexpensive, many laundromats offer the benefit of 24-hour operation, 7 days a week.

Washer & Detergent (per kg)Dryer (per 25 min)S$0.47S$5.00

We estimate that the average cost of one 11 KG load of self-service laundry at a coin laundry is approximately S$10.13. This includes the cost of the washing machine, detergent and 25 minutes in a drying machine. Of course, this calculation does not incorporate the cost of one's time, and those that are very busy may assign a high value to the convenience of other laundry services. Therefore, despite their relative affordability, laundromats are not the most cost effective option for all Singaporeans.

Average Cost of Wash & Fold Laundry Services in Singapore

According to our research, the average cost of wash and fold laundry services in Singapore is approximately S$5.24 per kg. Based on this estimate, an average load (11kg) of laundry would cost about S$57.61. While this price may seem high, it is worth noting that several laundry companies offer free delivery for orders over a certain price. Therefore, these services offer consumers a convenient alternative to washing their clothes at home or at the laundromat.

How much does it cost to get clothes dry cleaned

Average Cost of Dry Cleaning in Singapore

The average cost of dry cleaning services in Singapore varies greatly depending on the type of clothing that needs to be cleaned. We found that 2-piece suits (jacket + pants) cost about S$14 on average, while Punjabi Suits and Sarees tend to cost about S$16 on average. Finally, the average price of dry cleaning an evening dress starts at about S$23 at most dry cleaners. We also found that some dry cleaners offer premium services for an added fee. These include expedited, 1-day delivery or environmentally friendly cleaning products.

Dry CleanerSuit (2-Piece)Punjabi Suit/SareeEvening DressAstoriaS$15S$18S$25Best WashS$19S$18S$20CloudstoryS$12S$16S$16DryCleaning.com.sgS$12S$16S$15For the Love of LaundryS$16N/AS$35KnockKnocKS$15S$16S$25Laundry CaresS$14S$16S$20LaundryMartS$13S$16S$16Mr. DobiS$12S$12S$20PiingS$15S$15S$33Reward LaundryS$17S$20S$35Sunday LaundryS$14S$12S$16AverageS$14S$16S$23

How to Save on Laundry Services

Consumers that are interested in using a laundry service, but are overwhelmed by the costs listed above, it is important to be aware of a few simple ways to reduce the cost of these services. First, it is possible to save on free deliveries by scheduling dry cleaning runs with wash and fold services in order to meet the minimum requirement for free delivery. Additionally, a few laundromats even allow customers to use their credit cards, so consumers can earn various rewards for their laundry costs.

Methodology

In order to calculate the average cost of coin laundries, laundry services and dry cleaning services, we gathered pricing data from the websites of 15 companies located in Singapore. We used base price data for a number of items of clothing and laundromat options as to make our analysis between companies comparable. With that said, many laundry companies offer add-ons for features such as special detergents or for washing more extravagant items of clothing. Finally, our analysis is meant to be illustrative of approximate average costs and should not necessarily be viewed as a current pricing guide for each specific company or any of their locations. Instead, by illustrating the cost of several common services, we aim to help consumers gain an understanding of market prices for services that they may choose to utilise.

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William Hofmann

William is a Product Manager at ValueChampion Singapore, helping consumers and SMEs find the best banking products through comprehensive analysis of data. He previously was an Economic Consultant at Industrial Economics Inc, where he conducted a variety of research and economic analyses. He graduated from University of Vermont with degrees in Economics and Psychology. His work has been featured on a variety of major media such as the Straits Times, the Business Times, the Edge, DailySocial, the Entrepreneur and more.

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How often should you get your clothes dry cleaned?

The answer may vary from piece to piece due different fabrics, how often it's worn, how dirty you get it, and so on. But, in general, you should probably dry clean your “dry clean only” clothing approximately every third to fourth wear.

Is it better to wash or dry clean clothes?

Contrary to popular belief, dry cleaning services are far more effective at removing dirt and stains than washing. So, if you want your clothes to look their best, you should skip the washing machine and head to the dry cleaner instead.

Is dry cleaning really necessary?

Why Do You Need Dry Cleaning? Dry cleaning is necessary to protect fabrics that would be damaged by the heat or water of your traditional washer and dryer and to remove stains that are not removed by a “wet” cleaning process, such as grease and oil.

Can I dry clean my clothes at home?

At home, you can use a chemical stain remover, heat and steam from the dryer, and an iron or clothes steamer to achieve similar results. Home dry cleaning solutions and kits are best used to refresh garments after they have been worn or lightly soiled.