Committed  to Excellence 

What is the secret to the success of Millers Cleaners? Start with the company's perfectionist streak. "We have many quality controls in place," says Craig Miller, general manager. "Everything from each order is double checked for accuracy-items are checked when assembled and when packaged. Each presser is assigned to check for loose hems and buttons missing. We focus on applying all our high standards on a consistent basis."

A family business with close ties to the community, Millers Cleaners was founded by Dan and Betty Miller in 1977. Dan miller worked at the White House Cleaners in Pasadena, California. He then moved back to the area and worked for JW Enterprises, originally One Hour Martinizing. "My dad had a history in dry cleaning, so he purchased an existing cleaners to start Millers Cleaners," Miller says.

Currently ,Millers has six satellite locations in Wichita and the main operating plant at 2002 W. 2nd St. The company employs more than 30 full- and part-time employees, including Dan's cousin Donna, his brother David, and Dan and Betty's son Craig, who plans to continue running the family business well into the next generation.

How has Millers Cleaners successfully expanded and thrived over the years? One location at a time, Miller says, with the same focus on quality. "We have taken on growth slowly, so we can still provide quality service we are known for," he says. "We are meticulous about the way we do things."

Millers Cleaners' services are extensive, including:
• Quality Dry Cleaning
• Expert Shirt Laundry
• Wedding Gown Cleaning and Preservation
• Draperies
• Comforters and Bedspreads
• Table Wear
• Suede and Leather *
• Area Rugs *
• Alterations *
• Minor Repairs
• Reweaving *
• Household Laundry Service
• Same Day Service (Mon.-Fri.)
• Pick-up and Delivery Service
• Hotel Valet Service
• Pillow reticking
* Indicates services provided through specialized sub-contractors

Millers Cleaners is known for an eco-friendly focus, with a cleaning process that uses petroleum solvent. Petroleum-based solvents do not emit toxic or environmental waste that can seep into groundwater causing toxic plumes. "We are probably the most environmentally friendly cleaners around," Miller says. "We don't use PERC, which is a groundwater contaminant. And all of our poly bags are biodegradable. We use plastic hangers for our shirt laundry, which are recyclable and reusable."

The company's commitment to customers is solid at Millers. "My dad has always believed that any of our customers should have enough confidence that we have cleaned their clothes well and they are ready to wear, at anytime," Miller says. "We look at it as each thing we produce is important. Someone may be wearing it to an interview, funeral, or wedding. An important part of their lives may be affected if we don't do our job. We know that we can make a difference.
We definitely go above and beyond for our customers."

Millers Cleaners is at 2002 2nd, Wichita. For more information, www.millersdrycleaners.com.