Balfurd Cleaners

4.7
(604 reviews)
Energy-Efficient
Ample Parking

Discover State College's premier eco-friendly dry cleaner, family-owned since 1927. Experience expert garment care with the convenience of free pickup and delivery service for all your laundry needs!

About Balfurd Cleaners

For over 90 years, Balfurd Cleaners has been a pillar of the State College community. As a third-generation, family-owned and operated business founded in 1927, Balfurd is built on a mission of helping its customers and team members succeed. This commitment is reflected in core values of trust, transparency, and continuous improvement, ensuring every customer receives the highest level of service. The company's longevity is a testament to its dedication to quality, offering a 100% satisfaction guarantee. By choosing Balfurd, customers support a local business that values its community and has proudly served the region for decades.

Balfurd Cleaners offers a diverse menu of garment care solutions in State College, PA. Customers can choose from expert dry cleaning, full-service wash & fold laundry with multiple subscription plans, or a self-service laundromat with large-capacity machines. For ultimate convenience, Balfurd provides free pickup and delivery and an automated 24/7 kiosk. The commitment to quality is shown in a meticulous 8-point inspection process and free shirt button replacements. As the area's only green cleaner, Balfurd pioneers sustainability using non-toxic, biodegradable solvents like SYSTEMK4 and recycling all hangers and plastic. Expert in-house tailors are also available for everything from simple repairs to intricate wedding dress alterations, making Balfurd a true one-stop shop.

Services

Dry cleaner
Clothing alteration service
Custom tailor
Tailor

Machine Types

Front Load
Large Capacity

Payment Methods

Coins
Credit/Debit Card

Amenities

Folding Tables
Detergent Onsite
Staff Onsite
Vending Machines

Business Hours

  • monday Closed
  • tuesday 8 AM–7 PM
  • wednesday 8 AM–7 PM
  • thursday 8 AM–7 PM
  • friday 8 AM–7 PM
  • saturday Closed
  • sunday Closed

Contact Information

Address

1223 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803

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Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Balfurd Cleaners offer?

Balfurd Cleaners provides a complete range of garment care solutions. These include professional dry cleaning using eco-friendly methods, full-service tailoring and alterations for everything from simple hems to wedding gowns, and specialized wedding dress cleaning and preservation. They also offer both self-service laundromat facilities and a convenient wash & fold laundry service with free pickup and delivery.

Is Balfurd an environmentally friendly dry cleaner?

Yes, absolutely. Balfurd Cleaners is proud to be the only designated green dry cleaner in State College. Instead of harsh chemicals, the company uses an eco-friendly, non-toxic, and biodegradable solvent called SYSTEMK4, as well as Professional Wetcleaning Technology. They also use biodegradable soaps, have installed energy-efficient LED lighting, and recycle all hangers and plastic coverings.

Does Balfurd offer tailoring and alteration services?

Yes, Balfurd Cleaners has a team of three full-time, in-house tailors at their Beaver Ave location. They specialize in a wide variety of alterations, including suit tailoring, complex wedding dress alterations, repairs, hemming, and military patches. You can easily schedule a fitting online or by phone.

How long does dry cleaning or laundry service take?

The standard turnaround for dry cleaning is three business days. For urgent needs, same-day service is available at the 1223 N. Atherton Street location for items dropped off by 9 a.m. on weekdays. The full-service wash & fold laundry also features a quick turnaround, with your clean, folded laundry delivered back to you in three days or less.

Do you offer a laundry pickup and delivery service?

Yes, Balfurd offers a highly convenient laundry service that includes free pickup and delivery right to your home or office. Simply sign up online for a plan that suits your needs, and they will handle the rest, returning your laundry clean and professionally folded to save you time.

How much experience does Balfurd have with delicate items like wedding dresses?

Balfurd is a third-generation, family-owned business with a long history of expertise, serving the State College community since 1927. They have over 90 years of specialized experience in cleaning, preserving, and altering wedding dresses, with all work performed onsite by their dedicated team.

What are your locations and hours of operation?

Balfurd Cleaners has multiple locations for your convenience. The North Atherton Street location is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. The South Atherton Street location, which features an automated 24/7 kiosk for drop-off and pickup, is open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.

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