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[BNB Startup](https://bnbstartup.com/blog/author/bnb-startup) October 27 2025 When you first start hosting, laundry seems like the easiest part of the job. Then turnover day hits. Suddenly sheets, towels, and duvet covers pile up faster than you can fold them. That is when most hosts face a big decision: Should your cleaner wash laundry at the property, or should you hire a laundry service? Both options can work. The right choice depends on your property, your cleaner, and how involved you want to be. --- # **Onsite Laundry** Doing laundry at the property can be very efficient, especially if your cleaner already handles turnovers. **Pros** ✔ **Better quality control** Your cleaner can check for stains, damage, or missing items right away. ✔ **Faster turnaround** There is no waiting for drop-offs or deliveries. Clean linens go straight from the dryer to the bed. ✔ **More ownership** Cleaners often take extra pride in the property when they handle laundry themselves. **Cons** ⚠ **Wear on machines** Washing several loads each turnover can wear out your washer and dryer faster. ⚠ **Takes more time** Turnover days can run long, especially for big properties. ⚠ **Higher utility bills** More loads mean more water and electricity. --- # **Outsourcing Laundry** Laundry services can make hosting easier. Some companies even rent linens to you, so you do not need to buy or replace them. **Pros** ✔ **Professional results** Commercial machines make linens brighter and cleaner than most home washers. ✔ **Less work for you** No more buying detergent or fixing machines. ✔ **Fixed monthly costs** Flat fees make budgeting simple. **Cons** ⚠ **Less control** You are trusting someone else with your most important guest items. ⚠ **Possible delays** Late deliveries can slow down check-ins. ⚠ **Lower cleaner engagement** Cleaners may care less about presentation if they are not handling linens. --- # **Finding the Best Choice** Every Airbnb and VRBO runs a little differently. Some hosts love outsourcing. Others prefer in-house laundry because it keeps things simple and gives cleaners more ownership. In our experience, onsite laundry often leads to better care and detail. When cleaners handle linens, they notice problems early. They report wear and tear, keep track of replacements, and treat the home as if it were their own. This often leads to better reviews and smoother operations. The right choice depends on your cleaner, your setup, and how much time you want to spend managing laundry.  --- # **Helpful Tools to Streamline Your Laundry and Operations** Whether you choose onsite laundry or outsourcing, these tools help you stay organized and profitable: 💰 [**BNB Startup ROI and Cost Tracker**](https://bnbstartup.com/product-roi-expense-tracker) Compare the true cost of onsite vs outsourced laundry and find your profitability sweet spot. 📋 [**BNB Startup Setup and Furnishing Checklist**](https://bnbstartup.com/freechecklist) Stay organized from day one with a full inventory and purchase tracker.       [![Share on facebook](https://7528309.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528309/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/facebook-color.png?width=24&name=facebook-color.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on linkedin](https://7528302.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528302/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/linkedin-color.png?width=24&name=linkedin-color.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on twitter](https://7528304.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528304/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/twitter-color.png?width=24&name=twitter-color.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=) [![Share on pinterest](https://7528311.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528311/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/pinterest-color.png?width=24&name=pinterest-color.png)](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dpinterest&media=) [![Share on email](https://7528311.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528311/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/email-color.png?width=24&name=email-color.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fbnbstartup.com%2Fblog%2Flaundry%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) 2022 All rights reserved | Terms of use | Privacy Policy ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "BNB Startup", "url" : "https://bnbstartup.com/blog/author/bnb-startup" }, "dateModified" : "2025-11-21T20:52:27.248Z", "datePublished" : "2025-10-27T20:30:34.000Z", "headline" : "Should You Handle Laundry Onsite or Outsource It?", "image" : [ "https://bnbstartup.com/hubfs/image.png" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://bnbstartup.com/blog/laundry", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://bnbstartup.com/hubfs/Logo/BNB%20StartUP%20Logo%20(500%20x%20200%20px)%20(2).png" }, "name" : "Kindra Abbott" } } ```