Enter store square footage (or target turns per day), customer demographic profile, peak-hour usage assumption, and operating model (attended/unattended/24-hour). The wizard returns a recommended machine count by capacity tier, dryer-to-washer ratio, ancillary equipment (folding tables, vending, ATM), and a rough floor plan suitable for a contractor walkthrough.
Industry Sizing Benchmarks
Typical urban coin laundromat: 1 washer per 50–75 sq ft of customer floor space. Suburban WDF-focused: 1 washer per 75–100 sq ft. Dryer ratio: 1.5 dryers per washer (mix of stack and single-pocket). Folding tables: 1 per 4 dryers. Restroom required for stores over 1,500 sq ft (most jurisdictions). The wizard applies your local code requirements automatically.
Why This Matters Before Lease
Signing a lease for a space that's too small caps your revenue ceiling for 5–10 years. Signing for too much space inflates rent and erodes margin. The wizard tells you exactly how big a space you need for your target revenue — and what revenue is achievable in a space you're already considering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this only for new builds?
Yes — the Size Wizard is for new builds and lease evaluations. For optimizing equipment in an existing store, use the Equipment Mix Optimizer which handles existing-utility-hookup constraints.
Can I use this for a multi-store chain?
The Wizard handles one store at a time. For a chain rollout with consistent format, run the Wizard once with your prototype dimensions and apply the same mix to subsequent stores. Premium WashBizHub members can save store templates for repeat use.
Does it account for local building codes?
Plumbing and venting requirements are state-level standards. ADA, restroom, and parking requirements are local. The Wizard uses sensible defaults — your contractor or architect should verify against local code before final design.