Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In this special 198th episode, host Jordan Berry is joined once again by laundry industry legend Rick Rome for a deep dive into one of the most essential, yet often overlooked, topics in the laundromat business: detergent. You might think talking soap is mundane, but with Rick’s infectious energy and insider knowledge, you’re in for a surprisingly fascinating discussion.
Jordan and Rick explore everything from Rick’s journey into the laundry world—sparked by frustration with ruined shirt buttons—to the evolution of his business from self-service to a massive pickup and delivery operation processing over 20,000 pounds of laundry a day. The duo tackles why detergent choices matter more than you might realize, especially with new challenges from big-name franchises encroaching on local laundromats.
Rick also shares his innovative solution with Laundry Labs, offering more efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality detergent options designed specifically for independent laundromat owners. If you’ve ever wondered about switching from barrels, reducing overpouring and mess, or just want to boost your bottom line while keeping your team happy, this is the episode for you.
Plus, there’s a special discount just for podcast listeners—so tune in as we break down all things detergent and how the right choices can transform your laundry business!
In this episode; Jordan and Rick discuss:
00:00 Expanding Business Virtually
05:47 "Efficiency in Laundry Operations"
07:27 Concentrated Soap Solutions by Power Mixes
09:55 Private Equity Impact on Laundromats
14:08 "Why Choose This Product?"
16:46 Barrel Soap Wastage Issues
20:39 Cost-Effective Cleaning Solutions
24:27 Eco-Friendly Cleaner: Effective and Profitable?
28:25 Grateful Customers Fueling Success
29:57 Engaging Discussion on Detergent
33:57 Independent Owners Need Business Control
35:56 "Action Leads to Success"
Show Notes
https://laundromatresource.com/show198
Power Pax: https://www.laundrylabs.shop/?ref=laundromatresource
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