Washington DOR Clarifies Taxability of Laundry Facility Services

May 13, 2026, 2:55 PM UTC

The Washington Department of Revenue (DOR) issued guidance clarifying the business and occupation (B&O) tax and retail sales tax treatment for various laundry facility services. The guidance covers eight distinct service categories, including alteration services, dry cleaning and laundry services, and linen supply services, which are generally subject to Retailing B&O tax with retail sales tax collection required. The document also addresses wholesaling treatment, resale purchases, and ancillary activities such as pickup and delivery, and vending machine sales. [Wash. Dep’t of Revenue, Industry Guide - Laundry facilities, 05/01/26]

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