Basic financial framework
A well-managed self-service laundry generates net margins of 25–40% on revenue, with a typical ROI of 3–5 years on the initial investment.
Typical ranges by size
| Size | Investment | Monthly revenue | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (40–60 m²) | €60,000–90,000 | €4,000–6,000 | 4–5 years |
| Medium (80–120 m²) | €100,000–150,000 | €8,000–12,000 | 3–4 years |
| Large (150+ m²) | €180,000–280,000 | €15,000–25,000 | 3–4 years |
Margin levers
- Chemical cost kept under 12% of revenue
- Energy cost optimised with 40 °C programmes
- High daily utilisation (>5 cycles per machine per day)
- Higher average ticket with premium programmes
- Reduced downtime through preventive maintenance
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