What's Included in a Wash and Fold Laundry Service?

July 27, 2026

A wash and fold laundry service takes your unsorted, unclean washing and returns it washed, dried, and neatly folded, saving you hours of effort each week. For busy households across Perth, WA, this type of professional service has become a practical solution to one of the most time-consuming household chores. Understanding exactly what is included can help you decide whether it is the right fit for your needs.

What the Wash and Fold Process Typically Covers

A wash and fold service generally handles your everyday laundry from start to finish. When your items arrive, they are sorted by colour and fabric type to protect garments and prevent colour transfer. Each load is then washed using appropriate temperature settings and quality detergents, before being machine dried and neatly folded ready for collection or delivery.


Common items that typically qualify include:


  • Everyday clothing such as t-shirts, shorts, jeans, and underwear.
  • Towels, hand towels, and face washers.
  • Bed linen including sheets, pillowcases, and light blankets.
  • Children's clothing and school uniforms.
  • Casual workwear and everyday activewear.


Delicate items, dry-clean-only garments, and heavily soiled workwear may be excluded or handled under a separate service category. Always check with your provider before dropping off specialty items.

How Does Pickup and Delivery Work?

Perth households can often access pickup and delivery as part of their laundry service. Coverage can span the broader metropolitan area, meaning suburbs from the northern corridor through to the southern reaches and eastern districts may all be within reach. This makes the service genuinely accessible whether you are based in Joondalup, Baldivis, or anywhere in between.


The process is straightforward. You schedule a pickup at a time that suits you, leave your laundry ready for collection, and your clean, folded items are returned to your door. For those who prefer to drop off in person, laundry drop-off hours are typically available Monday to Friday.


An optional ironing service may also be available, meaning your garments can come back not just clean but pressed and ready to wear or hang straight away.

  • What Items Are Not Suitable for a Wash and Fold Service?

    Dry-clean-only garments, leather, heavily soiled industrial workwear, and items with special care requirements generally need a separate service.

  • How Long Does a Wash and Fold Service Usually Take?

    Most Perth providers return laundry within one to two business days, with same-day or next-day options sometimes available.

  • Is a Laundry Service Available for NDIS Participants?

    Yes, wash and fold can be accessed by eligible NDIS participants under Household Tasks. Confirm your provider is registered before booking.

Ready to Hand Off Your Laundry?

If you are looking for a reliable laundry service serving Perth, WA, LAC Group offers domestic, commercial, aged care, and NDIS laundry solutions from their Canning Vale facility. Explore the full range of options on the laundry services page or get in touch to discuss your needs. Call 1300 522 477 to speak with the team, or find LAC Group on Google to read reviews and get directions.