If you live in Astoria or Long Island City, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s worth dropping off your laundry instead of spending a Sunday at the machines. The short answer: for most households, wash and fold costs less than you think — and it gives you back hours every week. Here’s exactly what wash and fold costs at 14th Laundry, what’s included, and how it compares to other options in the neighborhood.
Wash and Fold Prices at 14th Laundry
| Service | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Drop-off wash and fold | $1.50 per pound | Washed with our detergent and fabric softener, dried and neatly folded, usually ready in about 24 hours |
| Pickup and delivery | $1.75 per pound | Free pickup and delivery in Astoria and Long Island City |
| Same-day service | +$0.50 per pound | Available on drop-off and delivery orders received by 11:00 AM |
| Order minimum | 15 pounds | Applies to drop-off and pickup & delivery |
Our commercial detergent is included in every order, every drop-off and pickup & delivery order also includes our fabric softener, and dryer sheets are free if you want them. You’ll find the full list of add-ons, specialty items and dry cleaning on our Pricing page.
What Does a Typical Order Cost?
Most people don’t know how much their laundry weighs, so here are some real-world examples:
| Household | Typical weekly weight | Drop-off | Pickup & delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| One person | about 15 lb | $22.50 | $26.25 |
| Couple | about 20–25 lb | $30.00–$37.50 | $35.00–$43.75 |
| Family of four | about 35–40 lb | $52.50–$60.00 | $61.25–$70.00 |
A full, standard laundry bag usually weighs 15–20 pounds, which is why our 15-pound minimum works out to about one bag.
Optional Add-Ons
- Name-brand detergent (Tide, Gain, Persil, Dreft or biodegradable): +$0.35/lb
- Name-brand fabric softener (Downy or Suavitel) or white vinegar: +$0.20/lb
- Clorox 2 or oxygen booster: +$0.25/lb
- Separate your clothes (whites, darks, delicates): +$0.25/lb
- Sanitary wash: +$1.00/lb
Bulky items are priced per piece plus weight: comforters are $10 + weight, duvets and blankets $8 + weight, and bath rugs, pillows and robes $5 + weight.
How Does That Compare?
Around Astoria and Long Island City, drop-off wash and fold at a local laundromat typically runs about $1.25 to $2.00 per pound. App-based delivery services advertise anywhere from $1.00 to nearly $3.00 per pound, but many add service fees and set order minimums of $30 to $40, so a small order can cost more than it looks.
At 14th Laundry, pickup and delivery is free, there’s no service fee, and our minimum works out to $22.50 for drop-off or $26.25 for delivery. Your laundry is handled by our local team, in a store you can walk into at 30-67 14th St.
Is Wash and Fold Worth It?
Doing a 20-pound load yourself means two or three washers, dryer time and folding — easily two hours including the walk. With wash and fold, that same load is $30 and zero hours of your weekend. For busy professionals, parents and anyone without an in-unit washer, that trade is hard to beat.
Prefer to do it yourself? Our self-service washers start at $3.25 and dryers are $0.25 for every 6 minutes. Warm and hot water are always free.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you weigh my laundry?
We weigh your laundry on our scale when you drop it off or when we pick it up, before it’s washed.
How long does wash and fold take?
Most orders are ready in about 24 hours. Need it sooner? Add same-day service for $0.50 per pound. It’s available on drop-off and pickup & delivery orders we receive by 11:00 AM.
What if my order is under 15 pounds?
Orders under 15 pounds are charged at the 15-pound minimum.
Which areas do you deliver to?
We offer free pickup and delivery throughout Astoria and Long Island City.
Ready to Skip Laundry Day?
Drop off at 14th Laundry, 30-67 14th St, Astoria, NY 11102 — we’re open every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Or schedule a free pickup and we’ll come to you. Questions? Call us at (718) 726-0724.