The World’s Largest Laundromat in Berwyn, Ill., is the flagship store of the laundry industry, known worldwide for its state-of-the-art technology and its philanthropy. Forget everything you know about Laundromats: Preconceptions need not apply.

This father-sons business has been featured in newspapers and newscasts on every continent except Antarctica. This operation has even become a tourist destination and a must-see for industry figures hoping to catch a glimpse as to what the future looks like.

But why did Reader’s Digest call us America’s Best Laundromat? 

• More than 6,000 customers … a week. 
• Our size is a big part of who we are, at 13,500 square feet. That allows space for more than 300 machines, a bird aviary, early-childhood education center, deli-style vending area, video games, 16 flatscreen HD televisions, free Wi-Fi, Internet café, to name just a few amenities.
• Green energy. Our 36-panel solar system heats the water for our washers. Other green features: “express” washers that cut dry time in half, and retrofitted efficiency lighting. The Sundance Channel recently featured us on their “EcoBiz” segment.
• Philanthropy: As a family business, we’re focused on being a source of pride for our community. In Read-to-Ride, kids get raffle tickets (8,000 on average) for every book they read over the summer. Then, 20 lucky readers ride off on new bikes in a summer-ending raffle. To date, the program has given away more than 200 bikes. Santa Claus also makes four stops, giving away toys to about 1,000 children.
• FIREWORKS! A few years ago, we were proud to bring back the city of Berwyn's Independence Day fireworks. It is a tradition that we will continue as long as we're in business. 

What we are working on:

• Adding more credit-card readers to more washers and dryers, so you'll have the choice when paying. 
• Replacing our oldest washers with the newest ones the industry offers. 
• Always looking for new, local entertainers to add to our events calendar.