Laundry Nerd Podcast

With great return on investment and simple management, the laundromat business has continued to attract new investors. “Laundromat Insights” strips away the myths and misconceptions and gives you the real story about what it takes to open and run a successful laundromat business. Leveraging industry experts and laundry owners, “Laundromat Insights” will offer valuable insights for those considering opening a laundry and tips to current owners looking to maximize their own return on investment. Along the way, we’ll chat with a few of the leaders who make this industry great and hear their stories.

Laundry Nerd Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Alliance Laundry Systems, with 66 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Alliance Laundry Systems hosts Laundry Nerd Podcast, a business show with 66 episodes published.

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  Episode #68

  100% Tested: Inside Alliance Laundry’s Quality Playbook

  Sep 24, 202634 min

  On this episode of the Laundry Nerd Podcast, host Randy interviews John Parks (Director of After‑Sales Technical Service) and Andy Lubahn (National Field Service Manager) about Alliance Laundry’s approach to quality. They cover 100% end‑of‑line testing, ISO 9001 certification, the After‑Sales Quality Alert System (ASQAS), and the role of field training and distributor support. Listeners will learn how quality alerts are handled quickly, why documentation and testing matter, and practical maintenance tips to improve uptime and profitability.

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  Episode #67

  Remote Control: Running 4 Laundromats From Another State

  Sep 10, 202637 min

  Owner Steven Nunez discusses building and running four laundromat locations (three in Orlando, one in Miami) focusing on remote management, staffing structure, and operational processes. He shares lessons on trust, systems for verification, growth strategy, and the trade-offs of remote ownership, plus tips for new owners about starting local first and scaling thoughtfully.

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  Episode #65

  From Vending to Washers: Susan’s Journey to Sunshine Laundry Lounge

  Aug 13, 202643 min

  Randy interviews Susan Wang, who moved from running vending machines to planning her first laundromat, Sunshine Laundry Lounge. She shares how visiting stores, meeting industry owners (including Tim Richardson), and detailed research shaped her plans for a customer-focused self-serve and wash-and-fold business. Susan discusses timeline, financing, contractor work, and operating as employee one, and offers advice for new buyers: take time to learn the industry, prioritize location and lease terms, and design the business around how you want to serve customers. Follow her journey on Instagram @SusanWangGroup.

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  Episode #63

  EPISODE 58, New York State of Mind

  Jun 25, 202633 min

  There's little doubt that with its densely populated boroughs, New York is a unique laundromat market. In this episode of the Laundry Nerd Podcast, we chat with Christian Almonte, Vice President of Lav Express laundromats in New York, to gain insights on the business, market, and their new giant laundromat in Queens. We’ll also learn how Christian, a second-generation laundromat owner, decided to get into the family business.

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  Episode #62

  EPISODE 57, Soap, Softener, and Snacks: Exploring Vending

  Jun 11, 202631 min

  Vending, even if it’s just about offering single-use soap and softener, can be an excellent additional revenue stream for laundromat owners. Vend-Rite has been a supplier to the laundry industry since 1952, helping owners meet customer needs and drive additional revenue in the process. In this episode of the Laundry Nerd Podcast, we chat with Mark Gies from Vend-Rite, to learn more about their company, products, and much more.

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