[header] How to start a dry cleaning business [title] Gain experience. [step] Before opening your own business, try working in an existing dry cleaning shop for a few months to a year. This will help you determine if the dry cleaning business is right for you, and can teach you valuable skills that you can bring to your own business. 
You may also learn a lot about what kind of equipment you will need, how much money you can expect to spend starting up your business, and how to interact better with customers. [substeps] If working in a dry cleaning business isn't an option, do some thorough research.