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A Local Business Built On Lasting Relationships

Serving North Shore Communities For More Than 45 Years

Since opening its doors in Skokie more than four decades ago, Kenny The Kleener has become a trusted name for garment care throughout Northern Chicago and North Shore.

What started as a neighborhood business has grown into a company that proudly serves individuals, families, and businesses across Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Northern Chicago and North Shore communities. While the company has expanded over the years, the focus has always remained the same: delivering exceptional care, reliable service, and a customer experience built on trust.

Today, many customers who first visited Kenny The Kleener years ago continue to rely on our team, a reflection of the strong relationships we've built within the communities we proudly serve.
The Vision That Started It All

Founded With The Community In Mind

Kenny The Kleener was founded by Ken Davis, who opened the company's first location on Dempster Street in Skokie with a simple but meaningful goal: to create a neighborhood business people could depend on.

His vision extended beyond cleaning garments. He wanted to build a company known for craftsmanship, consistency, and genuine customer care while contributing positively to the local community.

Over the years, that commitment has helped shape the culture of Kenny The Kleener and continues to guide how we serve customers today.

Whether someone visits us for a routine cleaning service or entrusts us with a cherished garment, we believe every customer deserves attentive service and professional care.
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Recognized Throughout The North Shore For Excellence

Why Customers Continue Choosing Kenny The Kleener

Choosing a dry cleaner involves trust.
Customers trust us with business attire, formalwear, wedding gowns, household fabrics, and garments that matter to them. That trust is earned through consistent results, dependable service, and a commitment to quality.
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45 Years Serving The North Shore
Generations of customers have relied on our team for professional garment care.
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Illinois State Fabricare Association Dry Cleaner Of The Year
Industry recognition that reflects our commitment to quality workmanship and customer service.
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Experienced Team
Same Day Service Seven Days A Week
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Family-Owned And Community Focused
Built on relationships, not transactions.
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Tailors Available Daily
Experienced professionals available to help with garment adjustments and repairs.
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Extended Store Hours
Open early and available later than many traditional dry cleaners.
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Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Facility
Modern equipment is designed to provide quality results while supporting cleaner operations.
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Electric Delivery Vehicles
A continued investment in serving our communities responsibly.
Schedule Pickup
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Professional Service With A Neighborly Approach

Combining Expertise With Genuine Customer Care

At Kenny The Kleener, we believe outstanding garment care starts with how people are treated.

While professional craftsmanship and attention to detail are essential, we also understand the value of building meaningful relationships with the customers who trust us. Many of the individuals and families we serve have been visiting our locations for years, and some have been part of the Kenny The Kleener story for generations.

Our goal is simple: provide premium garment care with the kind of friendly, dependable service that makes customers feel welcome every time they visit.
Recognized For Excellence In Garment Care

An Award-Winning Reputation Built Over Decades

Quality is not achieved overnight. It is earned through years of dedication, attention to detail, and a commitment to consistently delivering exceptional results.

Kenny The Kleener is proud to have been recognized as: Illinois State Fabricare Association Dry Cleaner Of The Year

This recognition reflects the standards our team brings to every garment, every customer interaction, and every service we provide.

While awards are meaningful, our greatest accomplishment remains the trust we've earned from generations of Northern Chicago and North Shore residents who continue to choose Kenny The Kleener year after year.
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Happy Customers

What Our Customers Are Saying

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Combining Proven Experience With Modern Innovation

Investing In The Future Of Garment Care

Throughout our history, we have continued to evolve to better serve our customers.

Following a serious fire at our primary cleaning plant, we rebuilt with the future in mind by investing in newer, more environmentally friendly cleaning equipment designed to support high-quality garment care.

We have also expanded our pickup and delivery fleet with electric vehicles, allowing us to continue improving convenience while supporting more sustainable operations.

These investments represent our commitment to moving forward while maintaining the high standards customers expect from Kenny The Kleener.
Supporting The Communities That Support Us

Committed To Making A Difference Locally

Community involvement has always been an important part of who we are.
For decades, Kenny The Kleener has participated in initiatives that help strengthen the neighborhoods we serve throughout Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Northern Chicago and North Shore communities.

One example is our longstanding partnership with the Rotary Club, through which hundreds of winter coats have been cleaned and prepared for families in need.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, our team also contributed by producing masks for members of the community.

These efforts reflect the values that continue to guide our business today: generosity, responsibility, compassion, and service.
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Complete Fabric Care Under One Trusted Roof

Professional Services For Garments, Household Fabrics, And Specialty Items

Kenny The Kleener offers comprehensive garment care solutions designed to protect the appearance, longevity, and quality of the items you use every day.

Dry Cleaning

Professional care for garments that require specialized cleaning methods and expert attention.

Wash And Fold Laundry

An ideal option for individuals and families looking to simplify their weekly laundry routine.

Shirt Laundry

A convenient solution for maintaining a crisp, polished appearance throughout the week.

Wedding Gown Cleaning And Preservation

Protect treasured memories with specialized cleaning and long-term preservation services.

Household Items Cleaning

Specialized care for comforters, bedding, blankets, linens, draperies, and other household fabrics.

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Alterations And Tailoring

Professional garment adjustments that improve fit, comfort, and confidence.

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Free Pickup And Delivery

Convenient service that brings professional garment care directly to your home or workplace.

Same Day Service

Fast turnaround solutions available when timing is important.

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Rooted In Skokie Connected Across The North Shore

Proudly Serving Communities Throughout The Region

From our original Skokie location to our presence in Evanston and Wilmette, Kenny The Kleener has grown alongside the communities that have supported us for generations.

Today, customers can visit one of our five convenient locations across the North Shore while enjoying access to professional garment care, tailoring services, same-day service, and free pickup and delivery.

We proudly serve:
Skokie
Evanston
Wilmette
Chicago's North Side
Surrounding North Shore Communities
No matter where our customers come from, our mission remains the same: providing dependable service, expert care, and a welcoming experience every step of the way.
Looking Forward While Honoring Our History

Continuing A Tradition Of Trust And Service

For more than 45 years, Kenny The Kleener has remained focused on providing reliable, high-quality service to the Northern Chicago and North Shore communities that have supported our business for generations.

As we continue serving future generations throughout Skokie and the surrounding area, we remain dedicated to delivering premium garment care, expert craftsmanship, and the neighborly service customers can depend on seven days a week.

We are grateful for the trust our customers have placed in us and look forward to continuing to serve the communities that have made Kenny The Kleener part of their lives for decades.
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Trusted Garment Care Across The North Shore

Let Kenny The Kleener Simplify Your Week

From dry cleaning and laundry to tailoring, wedding gown preservation, household items, and free pickup & delivery, we make garment care easy for Northern Chicago and North Shore communities.
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