Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Dry Cleaning Services in Burlington, NC
Founded in 1953 by Willard McPherson, our family-owned business has grown to three locations in Burlington, Greensboro, and Chapel Hill while maintaining the same commitment to quality and personalized service. Our team brings over 230 combined years of expertise in handling everything from everyday garments to delicate wedding gowns, utilizing advanced techniques like ozone-based smoke odor removal and museum-grade preservation. As the only Award of Excellence recipient in Alamance County for 20 consecutive years, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern eco-friendly practices, including biodegradable garment bags.Our staff undergoes rigorous training, with finishers possessing minimum 20 years' experience, ensuring meticulous attention to detail in every cleaning process. We serve both residential and commercial clients, offering specialized services for event attire, academic regalia, and textile restoration after fire or water damage. Our three-generation legacy continues under Gary and Ian McPherson, who uphold the founding principle of 'doing the best job you can' while expanding our reach to serve Elon University students and surrounding communities.
Services
Dry Cleaning
Wedding Gown Preservation
Smoke Restoration
Shirt Laundering
Textile Storage
Drapery Cleaning
Leather/Fur Care
Comforter Cleaning
Event Attire Service
Academic Regalia Pressing
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- Three generations of dry cleaning expertise since 1953
- Only Award of Excellence recipient in Alamance County for 20 years
- Eco-friendly biodegradable garment bag usage
- Certified pressers with minimum 20 years' experience
- Specialized restoration services for smoke/water damaged textiles
Associations and certifications
- Award of Excellence
What people say
Award-winning results
Wedding gown experts
Eco-friendly practices
Generations of experience
Smoke restoration specialists
Services
Dry Cleaning
Our dry cleaning service utilizes advanced solvent-based systems to safely remove stains from delicate fabrics. Expert staff perform pre-treatment inspections and post-cleaning quality checks. With 70+ years of experience handling formal wear, suits, and specialty garments, we maintain fabric integrity while eliminating odors and stains. Each item receives individual attention through our multi-step cleaning process.
Wedding Gown Preservation
Specialized wedding gown cleaning and preservation includes controlled steam pressing by certified professionals. We protect beadwork and zippers while removing stains, then display gowns in museum-grade boxes. Our 70-year heritage ensures proper handling of heirloom garments, with consultation available for pre- or post-wedding cleaning requirements.
Smoke Restoration
Our smoke restoration service combines ozone treatment rooms with traditional cleaning methods to eliminate odors and residue. Certified technicians work with insurance companies to restore garments damaged by fire, using specialized equipment to return textiles to like-new condition while maintaining fabric structure and color integrity.
Shirt Laundering
Professional shirt cleaning includes starch customization and button inspection. Our staff with 70+ combined years of experience ensures crisp results through double-inspection processes. We handle both personal and bulk orders with options for hanging or folding, maintaining fabric quality through controlled drying techniques.
Textile Storage
Secure storage solutions protect cleaned items until needed. We maintain climate-controlled conditions for delicate fabrics and offer delivery options. Our system tracks stored items with detailed inventory records, ensuring proper handling of seasonal clothing, formal wear, and specialty textiles.
People
Willard McPherson
Founder
Established McPherson Cleaners in 1953 with a commitment to quality craftsmanship. His philosophy of 'doing the best job you can' continues to guide the business through three generations.
Gary McPherson
Owner/Manager
Current owner with over 50 years in the business, having learned from his father Willard. Expanded operations to three locations while maintaining family values and quality standards.
Ian McPherson
Manager
Third-generation leader continuing the family tradition. Trained under Gary and Willard, he upholds the commitment to excellence while implementing modern eco-friendly practices.
Questions
What makes McPherson Cleaners different from other dry cleaners?
We combine three generations of expertise with modern techniques, holding the industry's top Award of Excellence for 20 years while maintaining eco-friendly practices.
Do you handle specialty items like wedding gowns?
Yes, our certified specialists provide complete wedding gown services including cleaning, pressing with controlled steam, and museum-grade preservation in display boxes.
Can you restore smoke-damaged clothing?
Our restoration experts use ozone treatment rooms and specialized cleaning processes developed over 70 years to return smoke-damaged garments to like-new condition.
Are your shirt cleaning services different from competitors?
Our double-inspection process and customizable starch options, performed by staff with 70+ combined years' experience, ensure superior results for dress shirts.
Do you offer student discounts?
While we don't specifically mention student discounts, we serve Elon University students with convenient locations and specialized end-of-semester laundry services.
What eco-friendly practices do you implement?
We use biodegradable garment bags that break down in landfills, reducing environmental impact while maintaining garment protection during transport.
