50 Automations for Dry‑Cleaning & Laundry Shops
We’ve worked with countless small business owners to streamline their daily tasks. Below are the top five automations we implement, plus a full list of 50 options to handle everything from scheduling to payments
“Creator Project dropped in a 24/7 pricing bot, automatic ‘ready for pickup’ texts, and forgotten‑order reminders. Collections are faster and I’ve clawed back 6 hours every week.”
– Leo K., Dry‑Clean Express
5 High‑Impact Automations — All Done‑for‑You
1.24/7 ChatGPT Pricing & Ticket Bot
Answers fabric questions, quotes same‑day vs standard service, and sets up a digital ticket before the customer arrives.
2.Missed‑Call Text‑Back → Chatbot
Any unanswered call fires an SMS with the bot link—no more lost orders while machines are running.
3.Ready‑for‑Pickup SMS & Email
When a ticket is closed, customers get an instant “Ready” notification—faster turnover, less rack clutter.
4.Digital Receipt & Auto‑Payment Link
Issue paid/unpaid receipts by email or SMS; card‑on‑file clients are auto‑charged—no cash drawer headaches.
5.Forgotten‑Order Reminder Sequence
Automatic 3‑day, 7‑day, and 14‑day nudges reclaim abandoned garments and free up storage space.
Want faster turn‑around and less counter chaos?
50 Automations that are working for other businesses like yours
(of course your automations will be tailored to you)
Monthly Time Saved
≈ 180 hours freed up every monthWhat an Employee Would Cost You
£2,060 /month at UK minimum wage*| Automation Name | What It Does | Time Saved/Week | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Drop‑Off Booking | Customers book a drop slot on your site 24/7. | ≈2 hr | Counter queue shrinks; staff focus on pressing. |
| Instant Quote Text | Sends price estimate from booking data. | ≈1 hr | Customers know cost upfront; fewer price calls. |
| QR Garment Tags | Prints QR sticker when order logged. | ≈1 hr | No handwriting errors, faster sorting. |
| Auto Order CRM Entry | Puts booking into CRM instantly. | ≈1 hr | No manual typing‑in after rush periods. |
| SMS “Ready for Pickup” | Texts customer when items done. | ≈0.5 hr | Stops status‑check phone calls. |
| Late Pickup Reminder | Nudge text after 3 days uncollected. | ≈0.5 hr | Clears rail space and improves cash flow. |
| AI Chat & SMS Agent | Answers texts 24/7, shares fees and responds to any customer questions. | ≈5 hrs | Parents get instant answers while staff focus on children—not phones. |
| Delivery ETA SMS | Texts customer with live arrival window. | ≈0.5 hr | Customers home; no failed drops. |
| Missed‑Call Text‑Back | Texts callers you miss while pressing. | ≈3 hr | Captures orders instead of losing them. |
| After‑Hours Auto‑Reply | Replies at night; gives opening times. | ≈0.5 hr | Customers feel helped 24/7. |
| Ticket Barcode Scan Update | Scan moves order to next stage. | ≈1 hr | Live status; no paper shuffle. |
| Stain Type Tagging | Dropdown tags stain cause in CRM. | ≈0.5 hr | Right treatment, fewer re‑cleans. |
| Wash‑Only vs Press‑Only Split | Auto routes items to correct station. | ≈0.5 hr | Less floor confusion. |
| Weekly KPI Email | Sends items processed, revenue, avg ticket. | ≈0.5 hr | See business health at a glance. |
| One‑Tap Upsell Text | Offers shirt bundle upgrade post‑order. | ≈0.5 hr | Boosts average spend effortlessly. |
| Seasonal Promo Blast | Winter coat cleaning offer email & SMS. | ≈0.5 hr | Drives visits during slow weeks. |
| Subscription Plan Billing | Charges monthly laundry bag members. | ≈1 hr | Predictable income; zero invoices. |
| Referral Ask | Offers £5 credit for friend referral. | ≈0.5 hr | Free new customers from happy ones. |
| Review Request | Google review link day after pickup. | ≈0.5 hr | More 5‑stars pull in locals. |
| Bulk Item Count Checker | Scans bag, counts items automatically. | ≈1 hr | Stops miscounts, saves claims hassle. |
| Damage Claim Workflow | Auto creates claim task & emails customer. | ≈0.5 hr | Issues handled quickly and tracked. |
| VIP Customer Tag | Marks high spenders; sends priority SMS. | ≈0.5 hr | Keeps big spenders loyal. |
| Abandoned Quote Follow‑Up | Nudges leads who never dropped items. | ≈0.5 hr | Recovers business you’d forget. |
| Holiday Closure Countdown | Notifies clients 1 week ahead. | ≈0.5 hr | No angry “why closed?” calls. |
| Bag Tag Reorder Alert | Emails supplier when tags < threshold. | ≈0.5 hr | No sudden tag shortages. |
| Chemical Stock Alert | Texts when solvent drums low. | ≈0.5 hr | No downtime due to supplies. |
| Machine Service Reminder | Emails tech at set cycles. | ≈0.5 hr | Less breakdown, longer lifespan. |
| Employee Roster SMS | Texts weekly shifts. | ≈0.5 hr | Fewer “when am I in?” calls. |
| Shift Swap Board | Staff claim swaps via app. | ≈1 hr | Manager stops juggling messages. |
| Voice‑to‑Text Counter Notes | Dictate special care notes. | ≈0.5 hr | Details captured hands‑free. |
| Loyalty Points Tracker | Adds points automatically at purchase. | ≈0.5 hr | Encourages repeat visits. |
| Monthly Statement Email | Sends account customers PDF invoice. | ≈0.5 hr | No paper mailing, faster payments. |
| Overdue Account Chase | Auto reminders until paid. | ≈1 hr | Improves cash flow without calls. |
| Heat Seal Label Print | Prints garment ID label from CRM. | ≈0.5 hr | Eliminates lost‑tag issues. |
| Express Service Upsell Prompt | Offers same‑day upgrade at check‑in. | ≈0.5 hr | Easy extra revenue. |
| Pickup Locker Code SMS | Sends code for after‑hours lockers. | ≈0.5 hr | Convenience without staffing late. |
| Locker Empty Alert | Notifies when locker cleared. | ≈0.5 hr | Ready for next order automatically. |
| Fabric Care Tip Email | Weekly tips to list. | ≈0.5 hr | Keeps brand top‑of‑mind. |
| Cold Lead Nurture | Long‑term emails to old quotes. | ≈0.5 hr | Turns someday leads into new orders. |
| Lead Source Tagging | Marks lead as ad, walk‑in, referral. | ≈0.5 hr | Know which marketing works. |
| Weekly Linen Client Reminder | Texts restaurants before pickup day. | ≈0.5 hr | Linen ready; driver time saved. |
| Linen Bag Count Verification | OCR counts pieces on intake photo. | ≈1 hr | Billing accuracy; fewer disputes. |
| Commercial Client KPI Report | Sends monthly SLA stats. | ≈0.5 hr | Keeps B2B clients impressed. |
| Damage Waiver E‑Sign | Captures waiver on first visit. | ≈0.5 hr | Less paperwork later. |
| Environmental Fee Auto‑Add | Adds surcharge to every ticket. | ≈0.5 hr | Consistent fees, no staff forget. |
| Marketing Image Scheduler | Auto‑posts before/after pics. | ≈0.5 hr | Social proof with zero effort. |
| Holiday Promo Blast | SMS for wedding gown cleaning promo. | ≈0.5 hr | Seasonal revenue spikes. |
| Licence & Insurance Alerts | Reminder before renewal. | ≈0.5 hr | Stay compliant effortlessly. |
| One‑Click Promo Blast | Pre‑built SMS/email fills slow day. | ≈1 hr | Quick revenue injection. |
