What are the dangers of dry cleaning?
80% of dry cleaners use Perchloroethylene ("perc")—a chlorinated, industrial solvent used for degreasing metal that has harmful effects on our health and the environment, according to the EPA and World Health Organization. In an effort to become "perc-free," many dry cleaners have turned to something just as problematic, hydrocarbon solvents, as their primary cleaning agents. These toxic petroleum derivatives are VOCs (volatile organic compounds) known to be ozone-depleting hazardous air pollutants. Hydrocarbons increase smog and greenhouse gas emissions. Perc and "alternative" hydrocarbon solvents are still being used by 95% of dry-cleaners in this country. The only garment cleaning process completely backed by environmental action groups is the wet cleaning process used at EcoClean. You can learn more about the dangers of Perc here .

Are there green alternatives?
EcoClean uses a 100% environmentally sound water-based process known as wet cleaning that protects fabrics and leaves garments soft to the touch with no chemical odor or residue. Using water, specialized biodegradable detergents, and state-of-the-art equipment, the EcoClean method poses absolutely no risk to the environment or human health. Read more about the EcoClean process here .

Who is EcoClean?

EcoClean is owned and operated by John Dorgan and Conrad Bejarano who have been in business together in Austin for almost 25 years. They own and operate some of Austin’s most recognizable business and cultural institutions, including I Luv Video, Spider House , and the United States Art Authority . They have a commitment to growing local brands and small business while maintaining their unique vision. “You can always tell when a business is owner operated,” says Bejarano. “Any service we offer is something we’d use ourselves. We want to live a healthy, environmentally friendly lifestyle, that’s why EcoClean is so important to us," says owner John Dorgan. You can read more about them here.