Operation Laundry has officially opened in Holland, finalizing a dream for veteran Tim Johnson.
Johnson, who previously served in the Air Force, intended the business at 1012 Washington Ave. (the former Charcoal Grill Brazilian Steakhouse) to be the “Buc-ee’s of Laundromats.”
“It’s all new,” Johnson said. “It’s safer, cleaner, easy to use, accessible, family-friendly and it’s quiet. We are 15 pounds lighter when the clothes come out of the washer, because all the water is out of them.”
The laundromat opened June 1, with 39 washing machines and 43 dryers capable of cleaning up to eight loads (80 pounds of clothes) at once.
Johnson prioritized cleanliness both inside and around the building, and his machines give users the capability to wash and dry their clothes in just 40 minutes. The business also offers pickup and delivery, dry cleaning and commercial services.
The site has all-new restrooms, a children’s area with toys and a television, and wireless internet.
“We’ve been told by more than 10 customers already that their clothes have never been this clean,” Johnson said. “It’s because of the high spin that throws that water out, pulls the stains out and gets the dirty water out.”
Operation Laundry utilizes reusable cards, rather than cash or coins. If there’s any confusion on operating the machines, customers can scan QR codes for targeted tutorials.
The overhaul of the space required the removal of 22 tons of debris, the installation of all -new lighting and security features, and the relocation of over 80 pieces of equipment with a box truck and a neighbor.
“We are trying to make it fast, efficient and easy because we care about these families,” Johnson said.
Learn more at operationlaundry.com.
— Contact reporter Austin Metz at ametz@hollandsentinel.com.
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