“How much is it going to cost me?” It's the first question almost everyone asks before going to a self-service laundry. The honest answer is that cost depends on a few factors — and in this guide you will see who they are, what a wash involves, and when self-service is really in the best interest of the home.
- The cost depends on program, temperature, kilograms and if you will add drying.
- You pay only what you use — without fixed assets or subscriptions.
- The washing machine of the house has and hidden costs: electricity, water, wear and tear, time.
- For exact prices, check out the in-store price list or give us a call.
What does the cost depend on
Unlike the washing machine of the house, where the cost is "hidden" in the bills, in self service you pay net for each wash. The amount is mainly formed by:
Schedule & Temperature
Warmer and more intensive programs consume more.
Kg /bucket size
A large quilt machine is different from a regular wash.
Drying
The dryer is usually charged depending on the time of use.
Detergent
Available at the venue — or bring your own.
Want accurate prices? Because fees vary by plan and store, the surest way is to check out the pricelist posted in-store or give us a call — we'll let you know right away.
What's in a wash
When you put a washing machine in the WashSpot, the price includes the use of the professional machine, water and washing current. That is, you don't have to calculate anything "from behind": the amount you see is the amount you pay. The same applies to drying, which is added separately depending on time.
The hidden costs of the home washing machine
Many think that the washing machine in the house “costs nothing”. In fact, every wash is burdened with:
- Electricity & Water — later appearing in the accounts.
- Wear & maintenance the washing machine, together with the cost of its purchase.
- Time — 2–3 hours washing plus spreading, instead of ~60 minutes in total.
- Space & inconvenience for spreading, especially in small apartments.
- Multiple washes for large objects that do not fit all at once.
If you put it all down, the cost difference between home and self-service is much smaller than you imagine — and often self-service is more advantageous for large or emergency laundry.
When self service is in the best interest
| Case | Best option |
|---|---|
| Large volume of clothes at once | Self service (large machines) |
| Quilt, blanket, bulky items | Self service |
| I want to finish in 1 hour | Self service (washing & drying together) |
| I don't have a washing machine / am staying temporarily | Self service |
| One small wash every few days | Depends — compare to home |
If you're not sure how the whole process works, check out the guide first: how a self-service laundry works. And for a full comparison, see: self service or home washing machine?
Find out the prices of your nearby WashSpot
Call us for the current price list or stop by the store — we are open 7/7, 07:00–24:00.
Frequently asked questions
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Find your nearest WashSpot
Six stores in central Athens neighborhoods, open 7/7 from 07:00 to midnight.