Most people picture laundry pickup and delivery in Acworth as a luxury for people with more money than time. At our counter, we see something different. The customers who rely on it are nurses coming off night shifts, parents with a newborn, retirees who no longer want to carry baskets down the stairs, and families whose washer died on a Tuesday.
This guide explains exactly how pickup and delivery works at The Elementals Laundry, what it costs, and how to tell whether it fits your week.
How laundry pickup and delivery in Acworth works
- Book online. Choose a pickup time on our booking page.
- Bag it up. Put everyday laundry in one bag and dry cleaning in a separate bag. Leave it at your door.
- We clean it. Wash and fold is washed, dried and folded at our facility at 3330 Cobb Pkwy NW, Suite 344. Dry cleaning is cleaned with the odor-free GreenEarth® method.
- We bring it back. Your clean laundry comes back to your door, clean and ready to put away.
You never need to be home. Many customers set a recurring weekly or every-other-week pickup and simply forget about laundry.
What it costs
From our pricing page:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Wash and fold | $2.50 per pound |
| Pickup and delivery fee | $4.95 per order |
| Minimum charge | $40 |
| Express service | plus 20% |
| Comforter or duvet | from $45 |
If you send laundry regularly, a monthly subscription can bring the cost down. Subscribers who go over their plan’s monthly pound allowance pay $1.95 per pound for the extra, instead of $2.50.
Who uses laundry pickup and delivery in Acworth
- Two working parents who would rather spend Saturday at the ballfield than in the laundry room.
- Nurses, first responders and shift workers whose days off go to sleep.
- New parents facing a mountain of tiny clothes, burp cloths and crib sheets.
- People recovering from surgery who have been told not to lift or bend.
- Seniors who want to stay independent without hauling baskets up and down stairs.
- Family caregivers managing a parent’s laundry on top of their own.
- Renters without a washer and dryer in the unit.
- Anyone with a broken machine waiting days or weeks for a repair.
- Sports families washing practice gear four nights a week.
- Airbnb and lake rental hosts turning over linens between guests.
If you see yourself on this list, the question isn’t whether you can afford pickup. It’s what an extra three or four hours a week is worth to you.
What you can send
- Everyday clothes, towels and sheets (wash and fold, priced by the pound)
- Suits, dresses, silks and wool (dry cleaning, priced per item)
- Comforters, duvets, blankets, mattress covers and pillows (priced per piece)
- Dress shirts
- Items for alterations
Keep wash and fold and dry cleaning in separate bags so each piece gets the right process.
Where we pick up
We serve Acworth, Kennesaw, Marietta, Smyrna, Roswell, Alpharetta, Woodstock, Canton, Cartersville, Dallas, Powder Springs and nearby areas. Not sure if you’re covered? Call us at (770) 975-0739.
Common questions
Do I need to be home for pickup? No. Leave your bags at the door and we’ll collect them.
How is wash and fold weighed? By the pound, before washing.
Can I combine dry cleaning and wash and fold in one pickup? Yes. Just bag them separately.
Is there a contract? No. Subscriptions are month to month.
Can I still drop off in person? Yes. Our counter is open Monday to Friday 8 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM.
Related reading from our sister shop: What do dry cleaners do with unclaimed clothes?
Ready to try laundry pickup and delivery in Acworth? Schedule your first pickup or call (770) 975-0739.
