What this covers
An ironing service means pressing and folding laundry that has already been washed, matching the heat and steam to each fabric. It covers everything from shirts and trousers to bed linen, tablecloths and curtains. It is separate from a laundry service: the clothes arrive washed and dry, and what you pay for is the time spent pressing and sorting them.
What people ask for most
- A week of work shirts
- Sheets and pillowcases for holiday lets
- Linen and silk garments
- Baby and children's clothes
- Curtains after washing
- Uniforms and work coats
- The pile that built up over a holiday
- Tablecloths and napkins
Timing and emergencies
This is not an emergency service, but timing matters. On Madeira laundry dries slowly for much of the year, and washing that sits in the basket for days sets hard creases and picks up a damp smell. Booking for the day after a wash works best. If you have an event, an interview or guests arriving, say so early rather than hoping for a last-minute slot.
How to choose well
- Agree whether they iron at your home or collect and return the laundry
- Point out the items that must not take a hot iron or direct steam
- Check whether they bring an iron and board or use yours
- Say how you want it back: on hangers or folded
How it works on HomeFix
- Post your taskDescribe what you need, where and when. Takes under a minute.
- Receive offersProfessionals in your area reply with price and availability.
- Choose your professionalCompare profiles, reviews, work photos and ratings.
- Agree directlyTalk in chat or by phone and settle the details between you.
- Job donePay the professional directly and leave your review.
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