Laundry Room Inventory Guide for Homeowners
Laundry rooms are essential spaces in the home, equipped with appliances and supplies that help maintain cleanliness and organization. Whether you're dealing with an insurance Claim or a construction project, accurately documenting the items in your laundry room is vital to ensure everything is accounted for. Of course in this context we are going to ignore items like dirty towels and clothing and tackle that separately.
Much like the other articles, this guide will help you create a comprehensive inventory of your laundry room, detailing major and minor appliances, cleaning supplies, vacuums, and home goods.
Types of Laundry Rooms
Dedicated Laundry Room: A standalone space specifically designed for washing, drying, and folding clothes. This area typically includes major appliances, storage cabinets, and workspace for sorting and folding laundry.
Laundry Closet: A compact laundry setup often tucked behind closet doors in a hallway or bathroom. It usually includes stacked or side-by-side appliances with limited storage and minimal space for other tasks.
Laundry-Mudroom Combo: A multifunctional space that combines laundry facilities with a mudroom. This setup often features additional storage for outerwear, shoes, and cleaning supplies, making it a highly efficient and practical area of the home.
Basement Laundry Area: A laundry setup located in the basement, often featuring larger appliances and more extensive storage options. This type of laundry area may include additional space for utility sinks, folding tables, and bulk cleaning supplies.
Major & Built-in Appliances
Front-loading washing machine
Top-loading washing machine
Gas dryer
Electric dryer
Steam dryer
Whole Home Vacuum (Built-In)
Minor Appliances
Clothes steamer
Countertop iron
Fabric shaver
Garment steamer
Handheld steam cleaner
Heat pump dryer
Ironing press
Laundry centrifuge
Laundry spinner
Portable washing machine
Steam iron
Stain remover machine
Wall-mounted drying rack
Water Softener unit
Dehumidifier
Drying cabinet
Laundry airer
Mini dehumidifier
Portable drying rack
Retractable clothesline
Cleaning Supplies
All-purpose cleaner
Bleach
Carpet cleaner solution
Clothespins
Color-safe bleach
Detergent pods
Disinfectant wipes
Dryer sheets
Fabric softener
Fabric spray
Glass cleaner
Iron cleaner
Laundry detergent
Laundry sanitizer
Laundry stain remover
Lint roller
Microfiber cloths
Mop
Mop Bucket
Mothballs
Odor eliminator spray
Oxygen bleach
Rubber gloves
Scouring pads
Spray starch
Stain removal pens
Static guard spray
Toilet bowl cleaner
Upholstery cleaner
Water filter cartridges
White vinegar
Wool dryer balls
Vacuums
Upright vacuum
Handheld vacuum
Stick vacuum
Robotic vacuum
Wet/dry shop vacuum
Home Goods
Broom
Bucket
Collapsible laundry basket
Detergent dispenser
Drying rack
Folding step Stool
Hamper
Ironing board
Ironing board cover
Laundry basket
Laundry sorter
Lint bin
Odor absorber
Over-the-door hooks
Rubber mats
Sink caddy
Spray bottles
Step stool
Wall hooks
Wall-mounted drying rack
Waste bin
Wrap-Up
This guide is intended to provide a structured approach to documenting the contents of your laundry room, and alongside the Loti suite of products, should help you manage insurance claims or renovation projects with confidence. A thorough inventory ensures that all appliances, cleaning supplies, and home goods are accounted for, protecting your investments and streamlining any disruptions to your home.