Davis Dry Cleaners, nestled on Dorchester Rd in Summerville, has a unique spot in the community despite mixed reviews. It's not just about cleaning clothes; it's about maintaining a local heritage and providing a friendly atmosphere, which is evident the moment you step in.

Let me tell you about Davis Dry Cleaners on Dorchester Rd in Summerville. Despite some mixed feelings floating around in reviews, there's more to this spot than meets the eye. Situated just a stone's throw from McDonald's and Dunkin', it's easy to grab a coffee while you wait for your clothes. But Davis is not your run-of-the-mill dry cleaner. This place has a story, vibes, and a connection to the Summerville community that goes beyond stains and creases.

First off, the atmosphere. When you step inside Davis Dry Cleaners, you're greeted with more than just the hum of machines. There's a warmth here, probably thanks to the staff who, despite what some reviews say, generally make an effort to brighten your day. The place carries a local charm that's hard to find in bigger chains. Sure, they've had their ups and downs – which business hasn't? – but it's their resilience and commitment to the community that stands out. They've been part of Summerville's fabric for years, witnessing the neighborhood's growth and participating in local events.

Speaking of local flavor, Summerville's history peeks through in places like Davis. Dorchester Road itself is a bustling artery, with history and modern life blending seamlessly. And if you plan your visit, try avoiding the early mornings or late afternoons, especially on Saturdays when everyone seems to remember that wedding suit they need last minute. It's quieter mid-week if you're looking for a more laid-back vibe.

So, while Davis might not boast perfection, its commitment to the community and the genuine care you find among the racks and hangers add a layer of authenticity you won't find just anywhere. It's a piece of Summerville's living history, one dry-cleaned shirt at a time.

Davis Dry Cleaners

McDonald's

Dunkin'

I should've read the reviews first...

Recently moved from a major city out here and had 9 casual shirts to be dry cleaned. This place was local to me so I decided to give it a shot.

First, while I dont know how much other places charge, at $8.50 per shirt this place is no bargain, they also don't do any work on site.

Second, I dont remember getting a large stain on this shirt (but it may be possible) but here we are.  Any time I have ever dropped off dry cleaning and a stain couldn't be removed it has been pointed out by the cleaner. This one was buried in the middle, they either don't care or were trying to hide it.

These are $150 shirts that only one store in the region seems to sell, use this as a word of caution, trust someone else with your garments.

Brought Davis 2 brand new suits that were only worn once. the cam back smelling so bad of cologne that they couldn't be brought into the house. I don't wear cologne so my clothes shouldn't smell like cologne. They said they clean all the suits together in the same solution. So that means everyone's funk will be on your clothes. When we asked for a refund we were told they would not refund our money, but offered to reclean the suits the same way they did the first time. I wouldn't bring anything else to this cleaners. Should have read the reviews first.

This is about my 4th or 5th time using Davis Dry Cleaners. I use them because they are conveniently located near my job and offer next day pick up if you get there early enough. This is the second time that I've used them for stain treatment. They seem to do quite well with my white garments, however, this was also the second time they have unraveled the hem from one of my dresses. The first dress had the hem unraveling as the lady handed it to me out of the window, and she told me that they weren't responsible. I begged to differ, so she called the manager and we agreed that they would pay for the damage. I was satisfied with them owning up to the damage, even though they tried to blame the designer. I mentioned that if it is the designer, maybe not accept their products or use extra care as the dry cleaner. They agreed it doesn't happen often and I accepted that as thinking it was an isolated incident and they had it under control. This time, I brought a brand new white Calvin Klein dress that I wore to church, once (first Sunday in March), and brushed against a pollen covered vehicle and it became dirty. I (don't like wearing white for this reason, but nonetheless) brought it to Davis' because I figured they could handle it, AND THEY DID! OK, so back to the problem: I went to take my dress out of the plastic bag and put it on this morning for church, only to notice that these jokers had completely unraveled the front hem of the dress and sent it back to me as if nothing has happened. When I picked the garments up on Friday evening, I checked to see if the stains were gone and they were. I didn't think to check for the hem. For their deceitful behavior, I will never return and hope this review will be able to  help someone else.

When I first dropped off my boyfriends dry cleaning, the woman at the counter was so sweet and assured me everything would be taken care of. I came back today to pick up. I didn’t check what was given to me until I got home. As soon as I saw the pants, I knew they didn’t belong to us. I immediately went back. The woman was incredibly defensive, insisting she did nothing wrong. She got the owner on the phone who could only repeat their 3 point check system and how I must not remember what I dropped off. I brought in Brooks brothers pants and was given someone else’s Ralph Lauren pants, also probably expensive. No offer to refund my service, I requested they call the customers who picked up the last couple of days. They laughed at me. Probably the worst experience I’ve had and I would strongly urge everyone to heed my warning- don’t work with people who refuse to acknowledge mistakes happen.

Customer service has a problem if you show up to pick up dry cleaning 15 minutes before the scheduled closing time. She says I wish you wouldn't come so late, I'm counting my drawer!

Sandy's Cleaners is not just a place to drop off your laundry; it's a local institution in Summerville that has woven itself into the fabric of the community since its inception in 1998. Despite some hiccups in service as reflected in customer reviews, it's undeniable that Sandy's has made efforts to stay relevant and convenient for its patrons.

As I walked into **Sandy's Cleaners** on a bright Saturday morning, the bustling energy of Old Trolley Rd greeted me. Nestled among landmarks of Summerville and a stone's throw away from the inviting Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Sandy's stands as a testament to the community's evolution. This isn't just a dry cleaner; it's a place where technology meets tradition. 

Established in 1998, Sandy's has been a beacon of convenience with its extensive operating hours tailored to the busy lives of Summerville's diverse demographic. From professionals to families, everyone finds solace in the reliability of Sandy's. Their integration of modern technology, such as online booking and app-based services, juxtaposes interestingly with their heritage-rich story. Amidst the tales of clothing transformations and fabric care, Sandy's Cleaners manages to encapsulate the essence of community service, striving to exceed expectations. 

However, my visit was bittersweet. While I marveled at the convenience of their location and the promise of technology to streamline my experience, customer tales of missed marks in service quality reminded me that even local stalwarts have room to grow. In the heart of a neighborhood rich with history, Sandy's continues its journey, bridging the gap between the old and the new, navigating through feedback with a hope to preserve its legacy in the Lowcountry.

Sandy’s Cleaners

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Terrible, terrible service. Dropped off 2 items for alteration. One skirt with a hole in the seam and one dress to be taken in and hemmed. Not only did the skirt have the hole still when I picked it up, the dress took 6 weeks because they lost it? And kept telling me they’d call me to figure out what the problem was but I was the one who kept having to pester about it. They kept saying it would arrive later the same day. I would return a few hours later and it still wasn’t there. This happened about 3 times. I would have to call 3 times at least to get through. When the dress what finally found they said they had zero notes on what to do with. Even though my ticket had all details. I kindly expressed my frustration to the woman at the counter and she couldn’t care less. 6 weeks later and they charged me a full $46 even though it was both late and unprofessional on their part. Please do not go here.

today July 18, 2025 at 4:35 pm. there's a young lady at the front desk. she's very rude, she doesn't know how to talk to customers. it's not her first time with this type of attitude. Last time I was there at the end of June. I came to pick up my dress 6:25, and you close at 6:30. she told me you were already closed. Thank Goodness I had a day before my event. Today I came to pick up my closes. She grabbed the receipt off my hand and told me to hurry up. I had new clothes to be pressed, she didn't take one look at the clothes. she never asked for the amount of clothes and what type of clothes. she also never asked for the amount of the clothes. She didn't give me a receipt, she just grabbed them and put them in a yellow bag. All she told me was their gonna be ready on Monday. When I saw that I told her to give me my clothes back. I'm sorry for to tell you but you already lost me. 2 Times where enough. She's not even sorry for what she did. I've already moved on to another dry cleaning on main street.

I would give zero stars if Google would allow me. I went in this afternoon to pick up my two folded shirts that had been ready for over one week and drop off a few more. When I arrived, the blond older wonky behind the counter took my ticket and went to the place where hanging clothes are. I informed her yet again my shirts are folded and in a bag for which she rudely told me that they would be where the hanging clothes were and that they had a power outage and not only could she not locate my shirts but couldn’t help me either. Meanwhile I observed someone else prior to me walk out with dry cleaning on hangars. I have been using the location on Trolley Road for the last four years and will no longer use their services after I receive my two shirts. I have had my clothes laundered all over the world and have never been so disrespectfully treated in my thirty years of having dry cleaning done.

I have been a customer at this location for several years because of the excellent customer service they’ve offered. I’m not a regular customer but i do stop by with dry-clean only items several times a year. In addition, I appreciated the ease of their drive-thru option and they always offer to hang the clothing on the hook in the back seat for me. I picked up clothing earlier this week with the same level of great customer service.

Today, I picked up another item and when I asked the attendant if she could hang it in the back seat like normal, she told me no. When I said that she did it two days ago, she said that it was a complimentary service she did sometimes but she wasn’t going to do it for me today. When I said I didn’t understand, she said “Why are you being so upset about this? Is it because you are LAZY? It’s just one item, you can easily hang this up yourself.”

I told her that she was providing poor customer service and not being consistent in what services she was offering, she then said it was because it was a liability and she could damage my car. I reminded her she’d hung up the clothing two days prior so that didn’t make any sense and again she accused me of being lazy.

When I asked to speak to a manager because she was being so incredibly rude she said I was welcome to call them but they wouldn’t care about my concerns either. She then made a point to say they have cameras recording me as “proof”. I commented that they would have proof then of her incredibly poor attitude and that I didn’t think I’d be coming there again. She told me “Good, we don’t want you here anyhow”. A few seconds lately while I was still talking she walked off and left me there.

I have never encountered an employee with such blatant dislike for their customers. If a service, complimentary or not, is offered 99% of the time you can’t just choose to not offer it the other 1% because you aren’t in the mood. I will not be coming to this location again.

Absolutely the worst cleaning experience ever. Brand new shirts worn once came back dirty. Especially around the collars. I couldn’t even wear them again before washing them myself. The owners should be embarrassed.

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