How much does an ironing service cost in the UK in 2026?
Most UK ironing services charge in one of three ways: by weight, by item or by the hour. In 2026 typical prices outside London are £5.50–£7.50 per kg for ironing only, £1.50–£2.80 per shirt, £14–£18 per hour for an ironer at your home and £8.50–£10 per kg for wash, dry and iron. London prices usually run about a quarter higher.
Which pricing method is cheapest?
Per-kg pricing is usually cheapest for mixed family loads of t-shirts, children's clothes and everyday items. Per-item pricing is usually cheapest for a handful of work shirts. Hourly pricing suits in-home ironing, where the speed of the ironer matters, so ask how many items they typically press in an hour.
How much is a typical household load?
A standard laundry basket holds roughly 5–7kg of dry clothes, so a basket of ironing usually costs about £28–£50. A week of five work shirts is typically £8–£14.
Are there extra charges?
Look out for minimum orders (often £15–£20), collection fees on small orders, express surcharges of around 25% and extra charges for hangers. Our guide prices include collection and return above the minimum order in our standard areas.
Updated November 2026. Guide prices reflect typical UK market rates and vary by area.
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