Charleston Board of Trade

Well Established Dry Cleaners

OVERVIEW:This is a highly profitable, family owned and operated dry cleaning business with 3 locations. One location does the dry cleaning, one launders & presses, and one is a pick up station. There are 3 brothers that each manage a location, all 3 brothers will be leaving the business after the sale. The sellers are willing to agree to a reasonable training and transition plan for a new owner.INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS:• Each location has a well trained staff.

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