Boston Magazine named Columbus Cleaners the 2026 Best Dry Cleaner in its Best of Boston awards, recognizing the brand for the second time in recent years after also earning the title in 2022. The magazine pointed to two things in particular: doorstep pickup that removes the hassle of getting dry cleaning there and back, and a genuinely eco-friendly cleaning process that lets customers feel as good as their clothes look.

We wanted to share a bit more about what goes into that recognition, and what it means if you’re bringing your laundry to us for the first time.

45+ Years of Experience, All In-House

We’ve spent more than four decades building the trust that made this year’s win possible. Our team cleans every garment in-house, with long-term experience in fabric care, so your clothes never leave our hands or pass through a chain of outside vendors along the way. That in-house model is also why the team stays so responsive. You can reach a real team member for updates or questions, rather than waiting on a call center or a vague pickup window.

A 15-Step Process Built for Consistency

At Columbus Cleaners, quality isn’t a slogan. It’s a proprietary 15-step process that every item passes through from drop-off to delivery. That level of structure is what allows us to take on complex garments and textiles that many cleaners turn away, from delicate fabrics to detailed tailoring, without sacrificing consistency on the everyday shirt or suit.

Genuinely Eco-Friendly, Not Just Marketed That Way

At Columbus Cleaners, we use premium cleaning solvents sourced directly from Europe, chosen for effective, environmentally responsible garment care. Boston Magazine specifically called out our brand’s environmental practices when honoring us with its Best of Boston award, a distinction that reflects the standards we hold ourselves to every day.

Our facilities run a 100% perchloroethylene (perc)-free cleaning process, using European solvents that are virtually odorless, tough on stains, and gentle on even delicate fabrics, with zero harmful byproducts. That means we can clean effectively while keeping the process safer for our customers and more sustainable overall.

Our goal has always been simple: provide the highest level of garment care without compromising on quality, safety, or environmental responsibility. By combining that process with the expertise of our trained team, we’re able to deliver the kind of care our customers have trusted for more than 45 years.

Pickup and Delivery That Actually Saves Time

Convenience was another point Boston Magazine highlighted, and it’s a piece we’ve put real work into. You can schedule pickup and delivery through our app or online portal, track your order in real time, and set your cleaning preferences once so every future order follows you automatically. No trip across town, no guessing when your order will be ready. Just a bag on the porch and a notification when it’s done.

Services That Cover the Full Wardrobe

We handle far more than the standard dry cleaning run:

Dry Cleaning – Suits, dresses, and delicate fabrics cleaned through the full 15-step process.
Wash & Fold – Everyday laundry washed, pressed, and folded, ready to put away.
Shirt Laundry – Dedicated shirt care with the crisp, professional finish home machines can’t match.
Wedding Gown Cleaning and Preservation – Specialty care for a garment that only gets one chance to be done right.
Alterations – In-house tailoring for fit and repair, handled by the same team that cleans the garment.
Households – Comforters, linens, curtains, and other home textiles cleaned with the same care as your wardrobe.
Leather & Suede – Specialized cleaning and conditioning for garments that need expert handling.

What This Means If You’re Choosing a Dry Cleaner in Boston

The recognition comes down to a few things we try to get right every day: a process detailed enough to protect delicate garments, an environmental standard we don’t cut corners on, and a pickup and delivery system that takes one more errand off your plate. We’re grateful Boston Magazine and its readers noticed, and we’ll keep working to earn that trust with every order.

Ready to try it? Schedule a pickup through the app or online portal whenever it’s convenient for you.