Back to school season is a busy time for parents and children. Between getting supplies, figuring out new schedules, and making sure your little one is mentally prepared to get back to studying, it can be hard to keep up with laundry duties. Luckily, there are a few ways you can streamline the process to avoid piled up clothes. To help you make the transition as smooth as possible for your family, here are a few tips for keeping your laundry efforts efficient. 

How to Simplify Laundry Duties During the School Year

1. Take Care of Your Machine

Never overload a washing machine, as this causes it to work harder than it should and can damage internal parts. Similarly, be sure to always empty out the lint collector of the dryer after using it. Once it gets too full, the dryer is less effective, plus the heated lint is a fire hazard.

2. Separate Items

Rather than mixing all of the dirty clothing, keep them in separate baskets according to type or color. That way, you won’t have to manually separate items like delicates or whites when it’s time to load the wash. Similarly, keep the pieces that should only be dry cleaned in a separate bin so you can take them to the laundry service later.

3. Use Ice

This is helpful for avoiding wrinkles when drying clothes. Just throw a few ice cubes in the dryer, and as the heat melts them, they’ll create steam that loosens creases. This will save you time when it comes to ironing the clothing. 

4. Place Baskets in Every Room

If you have more than one child, make sure each of them has their own laundry basket. You can make them responsible for loading and washing the pieces in their unit. Not only does this simple chore get them involved in housework, but it also saves you time when it comes to sorting clothing. 

5. Use the Dry Cleaners

If you’re overwhelmed during the week, you can give yourself a break by taking your laundry to a professional service. Some locations even offer same-day work for small orders, so you can drop them off in the morning and pick them up in the evening so they’re ready for your child the following day.

 

If you need help with your laundry this season, trust the experts at Tenax Town Cleaners in Canadaigua, NY. For over 50 years, they’ve provided reliable laundry services. For your convenience, they also offer dry cleaning and alterations. Same-day work is also available for small orders. Learn more about what they do on their website or call (585) 394-9885 to schedule an appointment.