Connecting with a top distributor can be a vital element of your laundromat journey. Adam Heldman, owner of H-M Company is one of the best and joins Dave & Carla with not only tips on finding a great distributor, but what their role should be and how best to connect with them. Additionally, as the company behind the best drain troughs in the industry, we learn a bit about them as well! Don't miss this episode!

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Eastern Funding: https://www.easternfunding.com/
Our Guest: Adam Heldman: https://hmlaundryequipment.com/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Clean Show Registration: https://the-clean-show.us.messefrankfurt.com/us/en.html

Timestamps
00:00 Episode 97 Intro
03:02 Dave’s Backstory with H-M Company and Adam Heldman
06:16 Why Adam Acquired H-M Company and Pursued a Laundry Equipment Distribution Company
10:23 Networking among the Laundry Industry
14:00 Purchasing Customized H-M Drain Troughs
17:22 How Does the Laundry Distributor Network Work? Area & Brand Exclusivity
19:31 H-M Company Service Area
20:40 How the Distributor Network Evolves
25:41 Adam’s Thoughts on the Role of a Distributor
32:04 Variability in Equipment Pricing
37:43 Serving Competing Laundromats
41:22 How to Get a Great Distributor
43:46 Why We Need Drain Troughs
47:24 Sizing Drain Troughs
49:33 Preventing Smells from Drains
51:36 H-M Drain Troughs Durability and Life Expectancy
53:32 Upcoming Events
56:50 Closing Remarks & Contact Info

Raise Revenues - Boost Profitability - Gain Customers
Learn how to do all this and more without adding additional locations or equipment. In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Aaron McLean of mClean Laundry in Detroit, Michigan shares his story on how he used the new competition in his market as an opportunity to pivot his strategy to reach more customers. This allowed him to transform his laundry business from a struggling side hustle into a thriving, multi-location, modern laundry chain. Follow as Dave & Carla Menz explore his journey and reveal the lessons he's learned along the way.

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
CXPerks: https://www.cxperks.com/
Our Guest: Aaron McLean: https://www.mcleanlaundry.com/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Clean Show Registration: https://the-clean-show.us.messefrankfurt.com/us/en.html
Speed Queen Pay App: https://speedqueenlaundry.com/app/

Timestamps
0:00:00 Episode 96 Intro
0:03:15 Aaron’s Start into the Laundry Industry
0:08:08 Retool or Sell?
0:10:51 New Competition in the Market
0:17:05 WDF Strategies for a Small Store
0:24:23 A Retool’s Impact on Revenue
0:25:47 Equipment Mix
0:28:11 Flooring Recommendations
0:32:49 Opening a 2nd Bigger Location
0:39:22 New Store’s Effect on 1st Location
0:40:53 Growing Drop-Off Service
0:42:36 Equipment Mix and Layout of 2nd Store
0:48:23 Aaron’s Future and the Availability of Laundromats in the Market
0:55:30 Building a Team
0:58:48 Employee Bonus Structure
1:00:05 Current Pickup & Delivery Volume
1:04:35 Advice for Newbies
1:07:11 Closing Remarks & Contact Info

What does it take to be successful in the laundry industry? More than just a great facility and a high-quality product, you must have the web presence for customers to see those offerings! At CleanCloud, co-founders John Buni & David Griffith-Jones work hard to create a software system that can help you get there. In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show with Dave & Carla Menz, learn about the services CleanCloud can offer your laundry business and what we all see for the future of our industry.

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsor: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Eastern Funding: https://www.easternfunding.com/
Our Guests: CleanCloud: https://cleancloudapp.com/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Clean Show Registration: https://the-clean-show.us.messefrankfurt.com/us/en.html
Seinfeld clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYyzm5AlovA
Jetsons clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pphyvgd7-k
Folding Machine clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C76osXtpLeM
Open Source graphic: https://hackr.io/blog/what-is-open-source-software

Timestamps
0:00:00 Episode 95 Intro
0:03:07 Backstory of CleanCloud
0:08:07 Evolving from POS to Delivery too
0:09:58 Services CleanCloud Provides
0:13:31 Software Development & Attainable Marketing Strategies
0:21:33 Support Provided to CleanCloud Customers
0:24:57 Website Creation
0:27:25 Pricing Structure of CleanCloud
0:29:04 Biggest Differentiator – International
0:33:58 Training Opportunities on the Software
0:38:56 Ability to Integrate with Self Service Machines
0:43:12 Thoughts on Open Source Software
0:50:28 Advice for Store Owners
1:02:32 The Future of the Industry
1:06:01 Closing Remarks & Contact Info

How many machines? What sizes? Folding tables? Aisle Size? The questions never end when creating the optimum store layout for your laundromat! In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Dave & Carla share their insight on how to answer all of these questions based on the constraints within your location. Learn how to assess and create proper throughput and optimize the overall customer experience to make your store "uncompetable"!

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsor: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Machine Stickers & Store Signage: Store Signage Archives - Laundromat Millionaire

Timestamps
0:00:00 Episode 94 Intro
0:01:53 Our Backstory of Retooling
0:02:58 Creating Proper Throughput
0:05:51 More Equipment Does NOT Equal More Revenue
0:10:59 Ideal Aisle Size
0:14:10 Deciding Machine Mix – Washers
0:27:20 Deciding Machine Mix – Dryers
0:34:24 Machine Placement
0:44:21 Cart Type & Amount
0:46:26 Seating Types & Placement
0:48:43 Folding Tables Type, Size, Number & Placement
0:50:40 Advice for the Attendant Counter
0:55:42 All About Restrooms
1:00:07 Kid’s Areas Recommendations
1:04:43 Storage Needed
1:05:13 Final Thoughts

Starting a small business & don't have the budget for a big marketing campaign?? That's just where design experts Beau & Liz Perra found themselves with the launch of their laundry delivery service, Lotta's Laundry. In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, learn about the guerrilla marketing strategies they implemented, which ones worked, which ones failed, and advice on how to build your brand in your community on a minimal budget.

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsor: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Our Advertiser: Magazine Jukebox: https://magazinejukebox.com/
Lotta’s Laundry Service: https://www.lottaslaundry.com/
Lotta’s FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/Lottas-Laundry/
Lotta’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/lottaslaundry/
Beau & Liz IG: https://www.instagram.com/beauandliz/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Canva: https://www.canva.com/

Timestamps
00:00 Episode 93 Intro
02:14 Beau & Liz’s Journey into the Laundry Industry
07:27 Being seen as a Commodity vs the Value of your Service
11:04 The Competitive Landscape & Preconceived Notions
11:41 First Steps of Starting the Laundry Service
15:20 Cheap Marketing Techniques
19:25 Using Social Media to Connect through Your Story
23:27 The First Orders
25:36 Business Operations Six Months In
26:46 Plans for the Future of the Business
29:04 Pricing Structure
33:09 Budget Marketing Strategies Successes and Failures
41:48 Final Thoughts and Contact Info

Free laundromats are hard to find, but can be a great way to break into the industry. But are they really free?? In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Tim Richardson shares his "free laundromat" story and the real costs that went into creating his amazing new store.

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsor: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Tim’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LASDRICH
The Deluxe Laundry Spa website: https://deluxelaundryspa.com/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Torrance Memorial Hospital: https://www.torrancememorial.org/
Dave’s Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Laundromat-Millionaire-Grit-Elevate-Industry/
Hubspot: https://www.hubspot.com/products/
Beyond Scared Straight TV Show: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1707374/

Timestamps
0:00:00 Episode 92 Intro
0:02:50 Tim Richardson’s Journey into the Laundry Industry
0:15:13 Researching the Industry and Finding the right Laundromat to Buy
0:23:44 Understanding Working with Brokers
0:26:21 The Quality of Laundry Industry Resources
0:38:29 Focusing on Your Desired Customer
0:43:57 Initial Costs on a “FREE Laundromat”
0:45:33 Timelines and the Transformation
0:49:28 Total Cost of Project
0:52:10 Lessons on Store Layout
0:54:28 Shift from Commodity to Service Focus
0:55:08 The First Day Open and Growth from there
1:00:03 Final Thoughts and Contact Info

Can one small laundromat be enough to afford you the lifestyle you dream about? It has for Daniel Logan, owner of Columbia Pike Laundry in Arlington, WV. In this interview with Dave and Carla, learn how he turned a 700 sq ft laundromat into a million dollar business that gives him the flexibility so many crave.

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsor: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Daniel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dh-logan-a54273195
Daniel’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@chieflaundryofficer
Columbia Pike Laundry website: https://www.columbiapikelaundry.com/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/
Clean Cloud Software: https://cleancloudapp.com/
The E-Myth: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280

Timestamps
00:00 Episode 91 Intro
02:50 Daniel Logan’s Journey into the Laundry Industry
8:27 The Store Make-up & Challenges Faced in the Early Days
17:31 Building a Successful Team and Operations
21:29 Overcoming Size Constraints of a Small Laundromat
30:08 Logistics of Pickup and Delivery Services
39:55 How it’s a Million Dollar Business in Only 700 sq ft
45:27 Building Systems and Processes for Efficiency
47:52 The Balance Between Technology and People
51:37 Navigating Complexity in Business Growth
55:33 Transformational Insights from the E-Myth
58:21 Community and Collaboration in the Laundry Business

What's essential for creating a scalable business? What resources can help you find success more quickly? In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Justin Clark, VP of Business Solutions at EVI Industries, joins Dave and Carla to discuss such hot topics as the role of a leader, the reasons for a distribution network, and the essential first steps in buying a laundromat.

Referenced Links:
Our Sponsor: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com
Justin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vpofsalesexecutivecoach/
EVI Website: https://www.evi-ind.com/
Our Website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com
Our Online Course: https://dave-menz.mykajabi.com/sales-page
Our Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/LaundromatMillionaire
Our Podcast: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/podcast/
Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laundromatmillionaire
Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-laundromat-millionaire-menz/
Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatmillionaire/
Our laundromats: https://www.queencitylaundry.com
Our pick-up and delivery laundry services: https://www.queencitylaundry.com/delivery
Our WDF & Delivery Workshop: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/pick-up-delivery-workshop/
LaundroBoost Marketing Company: https://laundroboostmarketing.com/
Suggested Services Page: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/services
WDF & Delivery Dynamics: A Complete Business Blueprint: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/wdf-delivery-dynamics-a-business-blueprint/

Timestamps
00:00 Episode 90 Intro
03:13 Justin's Journey into the Laundry Industry
05:20 The Value of Distribution Experience
07:29 Shifting Perspectives in the Industry
11:00 Collaboration Over Competition
14:41 The Importance of Sharing Best Practices
17:23 Understanding the Role of Distributors
22:00 Why Distributors Are Necessary
24:47 Data-Driven Distribution
27:38 The Importance of Communication Among Distributors
30:13 Types of Distributors and Their Impact
34:51 The Challenges of the “Partnership Distributor” Type
36:21 The Importance of Systems and Capital for Growth
37:58 Challenges to Scaling Your Laundry Business
39:50 Leadership and Team Building Strategies
42:52 Empowering Employees and Decision-Making
48:54 Knowing Your Leadership Philosophy
53:14 Key Steps to Getting a Your First Laundromat
57:36 Closing Remarks