Reliable Apron Cleaning Service

Starcrest’s Community-Focused, Eco-Friendly Advantage

Starcrest Cleaners is proudly locally owned. For 30 + years we’ve sponsored youth sports, funded food-bank drives, and greeted customers by name. That hometown ethos carries into every service touchpoint.

Eco-Friendly Detergents & Equipment

• Proprietary hypoallergenic, phosphate-free detergent, and no harsh solvents.
  
• Energy-smart machines reduce resource use (exact savings vary).
  
• Low-heat drying protects embroidery and reduces energy consumption.
  

Green cleaning isn’t just good for the planet; it eliminates chemical odors that linger in tight kitchen spaces.

Free Same-Day Pickup & Delivery

Put bags out by 8 a.m.; pickup & clean aprons return that same evening. Clean stock returns the same evening, often within hours, so you’re never short on uniforms.

Reliable, Friendly Team

Our crew inspects every strap and pocket, presses aprons as requested, and re-cleans any garment that doesn’t pass zero-defect standards. 

Starcrest does a nice job …’ — David B. (customer review)

Our Apron Cleaning Process (Step by Step)

Below is the exact workflow your garments follow. No mysteries, no shortcuts.

1. Pickup & Inspection
   Each apron is tagged, checked for damage, and documented. Notes on grease spots or loose ties guide the wash plan. 
2. Sorting & Pretreatment
   Whites, colors, and specialty fabrics separate into distinct loads. Enzyme or oxygen boosters tackle protein, oil, and tannin stains before they set. 
3. Eco-Wash Cycle
   Commercial machines combine calibrated water temps with plant-based detergents. Load sensors optimize agitation for deep soil removal without fiber stress. 
4. Gentle Dry & Finishing
   Low-heat tumble (or hang-dry for delicate logo wear) prevents shrinkage. Staff then steam-press, fold, and align straps so aprons arrive ready to wear. 
5. Quality Check
   Supervisors perform a second-pass stain audit and count inventory. Any misses go back through treatment—no extra charge. 
6. Packaging & Delivery
   Bundles arrive in breathable garment bags, labeled by size or department for effortless hand-out. 

Between each phase, bar-coded tracking provides full chain-of-custody visibility.

Apron Rental Program: Laundry Minus Ownership

Buying, storing, and replacing aprons adds hidden costs. Starcrest’s rental option eliminates that overhead.

• We supply the aprons. Choose bib, bistro, or specialty styles.
  
• Scheduled swaps. Fresh stock in, soiled stock out, on your cadence.
  
• Automatic repairs/replacements. No invoices for normal wear.
  
• Scalable. Add sizes or quantities for seasonal peaks, then scale back.
  

Example: A bakery saving 3 staff hours weekly by switching to rental reallocates labor to production, generating an estimated $240/month in extra sales.

You remain fully branded and stocked without tying up capital or storage space.

Industries We Proudly Serve

From family-owned cafés to large healthcare campuses, our equipment and expertise scale to nearly any setting. Below are some of the most common sectors relying on Starcrest’s apron and uniform programs:

• Restaurants & Food Service – Diners, bakeries, food trucks, and full-service kitchens count on crisp aprons for food-safe prep and polished table service.
  
• Hotels & Hospitality – Housekeeping teams, banquet staff, and on-site restaurants keep a unified look with pressed aprons and jackets.
  
• Spas & Salons – Stylists and estheticians avoid chemical stains on smocks thanks to gentle yet thorough washing cycles.
  
• Medical & Senior Care – Clinics and assisted-living facilities need disinfected linens that meet infection-control rules.
  
• Grocery & Food Retail – Butchers, deli clerks, and bakery counters stay spotless for shoppers.
  
• Manufacturing & Auto Repair – Heavy soils, grease, and metal filings are no match for commercial-grade pretreatment.
  

These examples highlight how the same six-step process adapts to very different soil loads and compliance requirements. Because we operate locally, all clients, big or small, receive the same responsive service team and quick turnaround.