You Have Better Things to Do Than Laundry
You have a pile of laundry that has been growing all week. Work clothes, kids’ uniforms, towels, sheets — the basket is overflowing and you have zero interest in spending your Saturday feeding quarters into a machine and waiting around for two hours. Sound familiar?
That is exactly why Highlander Laundromat in Nelsonville offers a wash, dry, and fold service. You drop off your dirty laundry, and our team handles everything — sorting, washing, drying, and folding — so you can pick up clean, neatly folded clothes without lifting a finger.
It is the easiest way to get laundry done in Southeast Ohio, and it takes about five minutes of your time.
Here is exactly how it works, what to expect, and why more people in Nelsonville, Athens, and the Hocking Hills region are making the switch from DIY laundry to drop-off service.
How Wash, Dry, and Fold Works at Highlander
The process is simple and designed to respect your time.
Step 1: Drop Off Your Laundry
Bring your dirty clothes, towels, sheets, or whatever needs washing to Highlander Laundromat at 730 E Canal Street in Nelsonville.
You can use your own bag, a hamper, or a trash bag — whatever is easiest. No special preparation is needed.
Step 2: Tell Us Your Preferences
When you drop off, let our staff know about any special instructions.
Examples include:
- Cold water for certain items
- Delicate wash cycles
- Preferred detergent
- Fabric softener preferences
We will note everything and follow your instructions exactly.
Step 3: We Wash, Dry, and Fold Everything
Our team:
- Sorts laundry by color and fabric type
- Washes each load using the proper settings
- Dries everything thoroughly
- Neatly folds every item
We treat your clothes the way you would — actually, probably better, since our commercial machines deliver a deeper clean than most home washers.
Step 4: Pick Up Your Clean Laundry
We will let you know when your laundry is ready.
Come pick it up during business hours. Everything will be folded, organized, and ready to put away.
The whole interaction on your end takes only a few minutes at drop-off and a few minutes at pickup.
The hours you would have spent sorting, loading, switching, folding, and putting everything away? Those are yours now.
What Can You Bring in for Wash and Fold?

Our wash, dry, and fold service handles virtually everything you would wash at home—and plenty of things you cannot easily wash at home.
Everyday Laundry
- T-shirts
- Jeans
- Work clothes
- Socks
- Underwear
- Pajamas
- Gym clothes
- Scrubs
- Uniforms
The standard weekly pile every household generates.
Towels and Linens
- Bath towels
- Hand towels
- Washcloths
- Dish towels
- Kitchen linens
- Napkins
- Tablecloths
Commercial dryers restore fluffiness that many home dryers simply cannot match.
Bedding
- Sheets
- Pillowcases
- Duvet covers
- Lightweight blankets
For heavier items like comforters and quilts, our large-capacity machines handle them with ease.
Specialty Items
- Greasy work uniforms
- Kids’ sports uniforms
- Pet blankets
- Pet bedding
- Seasonal jackets
- Hoodies
If something needs special attention, just let us know.
Items We Cannot Process
Typically, we cannot accept:
- Dry-clean-only garments
- Leather
- Suede
- Heavily damaged items
If you are unsure about an item, simply ask when you drop it off.
Why Drop-Off Laundry Beats Doing It Yourself
People discover wash and fold for different reasons, but they keep coming back for the same one:
It gives them their time back.
Save Hours Every Week
A typical household laundry session can take two to four hours.
With drop-off service, you spend roughly ten minutes total.
That is an entire afternoon returned to you every week.
Better Results
Commercial equipment delivers:
- Cleaner clothes
- Fluffier towels
- Better stain removal
- More consistent drying
No more damp spots or wrinkled piles.
Less Stress
Laundry never really ends.
Drop-off service removes one more household responsibility from your plate.
Drop it off.
Forget about it.
Pick it up finished.
It Costs Less Than You Think
Many people assume wash and fold costs the same as dry cleaning.
It does not.
When you consider:
- Detergent
- Water
- Electricity
- Wear on your washer and dryer
- Your time
Professional wash and fold is often more affordable than people expect.
Who Uses Wash and Fold Service?
There is no single “type” of customer.
Busy Parents
Families balancing work, school, sports, and activities love having one less chore to worry about.
Working Professionals
People with demanding schedules would rather spend evenings and weekends doing something besides laundry.
College Students
Ohio University students often prefer spending their study time studying—not waiting on washing machines.
Small Businesses
Restaurants
Salons
Barber shops
Fitness studios
Medical offices
These businesses regularly use wash and fold for towels, uniforms, and linens.
Vacation Rental Owners
Many Hocking Hills hosts use wash and fold for smaller linen loads, while larger operators can also take advantage of Highlander’s dedicated pickup and delivery service.
Wash and Fold vs. Self-Service
Highlander offers both self-service laundry and wash, dry, and fold.
Self-Service Is Best If You:
- Prefer washing your own clothes
- Want complete control
- Like using your own products
- Enjoy doing laundry yourself
Wash and Fold Is Best If You:
- Want to save time
- Have large weekly loads
- Dislike doing laundry
- Have a busy schedule
Many customers actually use both services depending on the week.
There is no minimum and no commitment.
Use the service whenever it works best for you.
Try Wash and Fold at Highlander Laundromat

If you have never used a drop-off laundry service before, your first visit is the hardest part—and it really is not hard at all.
Bring in whatever you have.
Tell us how you like it done.
Let us show you why so many people quickly wonder how they ever lived without wash and fold.
Visit Highlander Laundromat
Highlander Laundromat
730 E Canal Street
Nelsonville, OH 45764
Phone: 614-205-5884
Website: hockinghillslinen.com
Serving:
- Nelsonville
- Athens
- The Plains
- Chauncey
- Logan
- The Hocking Hills region
Open seven days a week. No appointment needed.