Swift Cleaners

Washington, DC, United States

3.9

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 202-667-5330
Website:
www.dcswiftcleaners.com
Address:
1700 R St NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20009
Dupont Circle
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.3 mi072
0.3 miDupont Circle
0.6 miFarragut North
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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Yes
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No

Today

Today –
Local time (Washington, DC) 5:35 AM Sunday, June 22, 2025

Business hours

Monday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Thursday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

New Ownership December 1, 2009.

At Swift Cleaners we try our best to offer you superior dry cleaning service and quality. We do all of the work on site with just a few exceptions. We have a seamstress on site for all your tailoring needs as well. We also provide cleaning services for leather items and rugs which are all sent out to professionals in each respective service.

We have the newest, most expensive, and technologically advanced equipment available to the industry. Since we have changed ownership we have invested over $ 100,000 in equipment and hired more employees to improve our quality and better serve you.

The new Organic Dry Cleaning machine is much safer on your clothes, the people who wear it, our employees, and the environment. Our new pressing equipment finishes your clothes in the most natural way and places as little stress on the garments as possible.

Come check us out! You won’t be disappointed.

History

Established in 1960.

Swift Cleaners is one of the oldest dry cleaners in Washington DC. We have been around for over 50 years.

The current owners have taken over in December 1, 2009 and since then we have made huge changes to continue to provide excellent service.

Meet the Business Owner

Dan I.

Business Owner

My name is Dan and I have owned Swift Cleaners since December 1, 2009. I have been in the dry cleaning business since 2001. My family has been involved in the dry cleaning business since 1995. I graduated from George Mason University in 2007 and I worked corporate for a short period. I realized I love working in a small business and dry cleaning is something that I have done for a while and am good at. I love working in this neighborhood because my customers are some of the best! We try to provide the best service and value possible and build lasting relationships with all of my customers. I hope to see you soon~

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20 reviews of Swift Cleaners

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Place rating: 1
Washington, DC
I’m a loyal customer of a much BETTER organic dry cleaners nearby, but because I was on a time restraint, I dropped off 1 dress here to be cleaned. I’m not even sure if they cleaned it… or should I say what they cleaned it with… it stunk! I didn’t realize it of course until I was actually putting the dress on for an event.
Not to mention their prices are about 25% higher than any other (even organic) cleaner around. Never going back.
Place rating: 1
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Not at all happy with job they did.
Feel like they just don’t care when they return shirts with spots
It’s so hot and humid (noAC)employees look like they are going to faint
Shirts are damp from humid air
I will not be going back
Place rating: 5
Silver Spring, MD
One of the best dry cleaners I’ve experience. They are nice and really make an effort. I needed an emergency same day shirt dry cleaned. It was past the drop off time for such a service. However they found a way to squeeze me in which was really helpful. I’ve only been a few times, but these few times have not disappointed me yet. It worth it for me to drive from Silver Spring for their service!
Place rating: 1
New York, NY
This is literally the worst dry cleaner I have ever been to in Washington. I took four items there and three of them are completely damaged. One has beading torn out, one jacket has the button completed damaged (in front) and now must be replaced, and one dress has a huge spot where there used to be only a small stain. A fourth piece has impression marks where it looks like the machine pressed into the buttons — it no longer looks like the new jacket that I just bought. I am hugely, hugely disappointed in this place and will definitely never return.
Place rating: 4
Irvine, CA
I’ve been going to swift for about a year now and they consistently do fine work. My only complaint is that it’s a bit pricey but for organic dry cleaning in DuPont I can’t expect prices to be too reasonable. I’ll keep coming back!
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
I have trusted my expensive suits, shirts, and ties to Swift Cleaners for 5+ years. I’ve also had pants, shirts, and ties altered by their tailors, and have been very pleased with the results. If something goes wrong, they will do what is needed to fix the situation. They know most of their regular customers by name, which is nice, and is something you don’t find often in big cities.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Having now been a patron of Swift for over 5 years, and having had a long run of great service, I wanted to update my review. Nobody and no cleaning service is perfect, but the kind people at Swift Cleaners earnestly try their best day in and day out. They do a great job with my dress shirts, let me know when a particular type of fabric needs special attention and have expertly cleaned some of my wife’s more difficult garments (rain coats, etc.).
If you’re looking for a cleaners on the east side of Dupont, give Swift a try.
Place rating: 1
Miami, FL
I needed a new place to get my work clothes dry cleaned so I brought a single shirt to Swift Cleaners for a test run. The lady charged it as a blouse and the total was over $ 8. When I asked why it wasn’t charged as a shirt she explained that it was the shape. I took the shirt across the street to Dupont Court Cleaners where they offered to charge as a shirt, under $ 2, if I ironed myself. I found my new favorite cleaners!
Place rating: 4
Washington, DC
I live across the street from Swift and have been going to them for a few months now. While they’re a little pricey, they provide fast service and do a great job. They also provide tailoring, which I have always been very happy with.
Overall I would absolutely recommend them. The staff is super friendly as well.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Excellent service ! Friendly staff! Was able to take care of my large order with a quick turn around ! Will make this my go to dry cleaning spot!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Since moving to DuPont Circle in Washington, DC – I must say that I have been nothing but fortunate to have found them. From my first visit they were friendly and were clever enough to learn my name which to my surprise they have never forgotten it. Maybe my name is easy, but I am still impressed. Not sure how the handsome young man does it. I have also learned lots of cleaning tips from him. I will be returning to San Francisco soon and one of the things I will miss is him and his genuinely nice staff. Oh, and my clothes are always done perfectly and in a timely fashion. I love the way they clip the sleeves of my shirts together. I am sad to leave, it’s not easy finding a quality cleaners and a warm smile each time.
Place rating: 4
Washington, DC
My mother-​in-​law got a stain on her blouse a day before an important family function, and swift cleaners were able to remedy the situation and provide a timely turn around at a competitive price.
I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for fast, reliable service.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Swift Cleaners is truly one of the great small businesses in the neighborhood. At a time when customer service seems to have lost its way, you enter Swift and they remember your name, greet you accordingly, treat you well, take good care of your clothes, and always, always make you smile. I’ll walk an extra few blocks just to use them versus the other options around Logan Circle. They’re WONDERFUL. They’re a true testament to the power of small businesses and good customer service.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Swift is my number one choice for dry cleaning, for a number of reasons. When I come in I’m greeted by name because they know me. They keep my clothes looking fantastic even though I’m hard on them (my poor ties!). And most importantly, I trust them. We’re lucky to have such a great establishment in our neighborhood, and they are exceptional neighbors.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
Swift cleaners is a wonderful neighborhood establishment. I have taken my clothes in only a couple of times, but each time I do, I’m treated very nicely, am charged reasonably, and always given the importance if I need a garment rushed out the door without hassle.
This most recent time, I needed some alterations. The measurements were done thoroughly, and I felt comfortable with their prices compared to others in the area (~$ 14 for a hem). I’d recommend them time and again.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
They are friendly, professional and have a good turn around time for alterations. I will definitely be coming back!
Place rating: 4
District of Columbia, DC
They do a good job cleaning and I like the fact that is organic! They also have good costumer service and never damaged a piece, which is pretty difficult to avoid with Cleaners.
Definitely will continue to bring my clothes!
Place rating: 4
Washington, DC
We’ve used them for years and have no complaints. Every week they clean and press my husband’s work shirts, which look and smell pristine. He saves a ton of time he would have otherwise spent ironing.
I’ve used them for numerous alterations. I am freakishly short, so stores never have my size. Pretty much every time I buy pants, I have Swift Cleaners shorten them for me, and they fit great after that.
Staff are friendly and efficient, and they seem to know all their regulars by name.
Place rating: 5
Washington, DC
I’ve been going to Swift Cleaners for two years and I have never had a complaint. I’ve never lost an article of clothing, they accommodate me if I need something fast, and they call me if one of my pants or shirts needs a repair.
Everything you want in a dry cleaner.
Place rating: 4
Washington, DC
They are my go-​to cleaners. The staff are very friendly and they decently price their services (however, I heard that it costs $ 4 to get a button on, which I think is a little high).
They get my clothes clean and ready at a reasonable time. I’ve had some tough stains to get out and they’ve been great to get it out. I’ve had a few friends that get their clothes hemmed there and haven’t had any complaints.