The vast majority of vended laundries are independent businesses, functioning without the guidance, or interference, of a national corporation. While there are some benefits to being part of a franchise, such as name recognition, you will realize significantly more benefits by owning your own business.

For example, if you have sole ownership of the business, there is not a larger corporation limiting what you can do, such as, controlling what vending items you have. It also allows you to target your marketing, control your message and define your brand image. Plus, you can take advantage of the opportunity to expand into other services, such as coffee shops, retail sales or any other venture that is a complement to laundry.

Though being an entrepreneur is not without its risks, choosing to own a business based on necessity, such as an independent laundromat, offers a great opportunity with a minimum risk.