Installing Commercial Laundry Equipment: What Businesses Need to Know

Professional commercial laundry equipment installation is essential for safe, efficient and reliable operation.

Choosing suitable machines for your business or organisation is equally important, as is ensuring your premises have the necessary connections and facilities before installation begins. 

At Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions, we supply and install commercial laundry equipment, providing professional support from the initial site survey through to installation. 

In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about installing commercial laundry equipment.

We'll cover:

• Choosing the right commercial laundry equipment

• Assessing your premises before installation

• Checking water, drainage, electrical and gas requirements

• Planning your commercial laundry equipment layout

• Arranging professional equipment installation

• Understanding installation and leasing costs
  

Choosing the Right Commercial Laundry Equipment

Choosing commercial laundry equipment for your business or organisation requires careful consideration, ideally with guidance from an experienced supplier and installer such as Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions. 

Equipment selection should be based on your individual requirements, including expected laundry volumes, daily wash loads, washing machine and tumble dryer capacities, and the cycles needed. You may also require additional equipment, such as rotary ironers, drying cabinets and ironing tables. 

Different businesses and sectors, including hotels, care homes, healthcare facilities and gyms, have varying laundry requirements.

That's why we recommend arranging a free, on-obligation site survey with our team. 

Assessing Your Premises Before Installation

Before commercial laundry equipment is delivered, your premises and proposed laundry room layout should be assessed to ensure they are suitable for installation. A trusted installer can evaluate the available floor space, room layout, access routes, doorways and any potential delivery restrictions. 

Further assessment is also required for:

• Floor strength, stability and suitable machine positioning.

• Space for staff to load, unload and safely operate equipment.

• Ventilation, heat management and suitable working conditions.

• Access for future servicing and repairs.

Careful laundry room planning is essential for supporting an efficient workflow and helping your equipment operate reliably over the long term.

It also ensures the space is suitable for both the initial installation and future maintenance. 

Checking Water, Drainage, Electrical and Gas Requirements

Different types of commercial laundry equipment have specific installation requirements that should be confirmed in advance.

Proper planning can help avoid installation delays, reduce the risk of future disruption and ensure the equipment operates as intended. 

At Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions, we offer a no-obligation site assessment to help establish whether your premises meet the requirements for installation. This includes checking the water supply and connections, drainage capacity, wastewater arrangements, and electrical supply.

For types of equipment that require gas work, such as commercial tumble dryers, work must be undertaken by Gas Safe-registered engineers and electrical work by competent professionals.

Ventilation and exhaust arrangements should also be checked where required, particularly for vented tumble dryers. All connections and installation work should comply with the equipment manufacturer's instructions and applicable safety requirements.

Planning Your Commercial Laundry Equipment Layout

Another important step is to plan your commercial laundry equipment layout carefully. 

A well-designed layout can improve productivity, streamline laundry handling and reduce unnecessary movement.  Different sectors and businesses may require different setups depending on their operational needs. 

For example, a hotel may need a larger range of machines to handle guest laundry efficiently, whereas a smaller care home may require a more compact setup for washing and drying. 

At Shaw's, we provide expert guidance and recommendations for ensuring an optimal layout, covering:

• Positioning washing machines, tumble dryers and finishing equipment.

• Creating a logical flow from dirty laundry to washing, drying and clean storage.

• Separating clean and dirty laundry where hygiene requirements demand it.

• Allowing sufficient room for loading, unloading and handling laundry.

• Considering staff access, safety and ease of cleaning.

• Planning for future expansion or additional machines.
  

Arranging Professional Equipment Installation

Choosing a trusted supplier for professional equipment installation is essential to ensure your commercial laundry equipment is installed correctly and ready for operation. Installation should follow the manufacturer's instructions and take account of your premises' specific requirements. 

When choosing a supplier and installer, there are several factors to consider to ensure your equipment is in capable hands. First, look for a provider with proven experience in supplying and installing different types of commercial laundry equipment. 

Here's why businesses choose to work with Shaw's:

• Knowledge of Different Equipment Types and Manufacturers: Our team has over 20 years of industry experience working with commercial laundry equipment from leading manufacturers, including Electrolux Professional, Primus and Lavamac. 

• Recommendations Tailored to Your Business: Every business and premises has different requirements. We help you choose suitable equipment and machine capacities based on your laundry volumes, available space and operational needs. 

• Ongoing Repairs and Servicing: Our support doesn't end after installation. Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions also provides responsive repairs, routine maintenance and comprehensive servicing to help keep your equipment running reliably. 

• Experience Across Commercial Sectors: We support businesses across a range of sectors, including care homes, hotels and hospitality, healthcare, education, fitness centres and gyms, and holiday parks. 

Shaw’s Commercial Laundry Solutions is an experienced, five-star-rated commercial laundry equipment provider based in Manchester, serving Liverpool, Preston, Bolton and businesses across the wider North West. 

The cost of installing commercial laundry equipment can vary depending on the machines selected, the condition of the premises and the work required to prepare the site. 

Key factors include:

• Number, type and capacity of machines.

• Complexity of the installation and site preparation.

• Required plumbing, electrical, gas or ventilation work.

• Delivery access and any additional building work.

• Future maintenance and expected running costs.

• Purchasing equipment outright versus leasing.

Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions offers customers the choice of purchasing equipment outright or exploring flexible leasing options through Kennet Equipment Leasing. 

Leasing options start from £1,000 + VAT, with terms ranging from 1 to 7 years. 

Written quotations are available on request. Finance is subject to status and underwriting. 

Get in Touch with Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions

Choosing suitable equipment, preparing your premises and arranging professional installation are all essential for a smooth installation process and safe, efficient operation. 

Planning a new installation or equipment upgrade?

Shaw's Commercial Laundry Solutions provides professional equipment installation in Manchester, Liverpool and across the North West, also covering Cumbria, Cheshire, Leeds and North Wales.

Get in touch today to request a free, no-obligation quotation, arrange a site assessment or receive expert advice.