Ironing Services in Hitchin

Handled locally, with free collection and delivery

Your local ironing professional in Hitchin

Alexandra

Hi, I'm Alexandra. I provide professional ironing services for customers in Hitchin and the nearby areas. I'm fully trained and use professional steam-based equipment to achieve excellent results while protecting your garments.

Your first enquiry and collection are arranged by Lucy our founder, who has been running The Hot Iron since 2011.

If Hitchin isn't quite right for you, you can enter your postcode during our booking process to check availability for your area

Why choose us

We take great care with every item, and damage is extremely rare. But if something ever goes wrong, we promise to put it right — including fully compensating you for any item we damage.

Reliable & friendly local lady in Hitchin with a personal touch

High-quality results with professional grade equipment

Flexible collection times including evenings and weekends

Fully trained, backed by a decade of experience for peace of mind

5-star feedback from hundreds of our wonderful customers

Last month our ladies have washed and ironed 17,360 items

Prices

Pricing is based on your local area and the items you need ironing. Orders vary depending on what you send, with most common order ranging between £20 and £28.

Typical clothing items

Adult Shirt or Dress
£1.80
Adult T-shirt, Polo or Jumper
£1.35
Adult Jeans or Trousers
£1.35
Child Shirt or Dress
£1.15
Child T-Shirt, Polo or Jumper
£0.80
Child's Jeans or Trousers
£0.80

Common bedding items

Pillowcase
£0.70
Single Cover or Sheet
£2.25
Double Cover or Sheet
£3.40
King Size Cover or Sheet
£3.95
Cot Cover or Sheet
£1.10

How it works

1. You Book

Choose your preferred collection time online or call our friendly office team

2. We Confirm & Collect

We’ll confirm your booking and collect your items from your doorstep

3. You Relax

No more ironing stress — just clean, crisp clothes in 24–48 hour

More about Alexandra

Alexandra proudly provides professional ironing services in Hitchin, supporting busy households with a reliable and friendly local service. After moving from London to nearby Stevenage in 2021 to raise her family, she quickly built strong roots in the community. Married with two young boys, Alexandra understands first-hand how valuable spare time is. Her weekends are often filled with family walks, cycling, bowling trips and children’s parties—so she knows how helpful it can be to have ironing taken care of.

With experience as a shop manager, cleaner, nanny and assistant in a construction business, Alexandra brings organisation, commitment and a strong work ethic to every collection. She genuinely enjoys ironing and finds it both calming and rewarding, especially when customers share positive feedback.

Fully trained and supported by The Hot Iron, Alexandra uses professional equipment, including a steam generator and premium ironing table, to deliver consistently high-quality results. For residents searching for ironing services in Hitchin or “ironing services near me,” she offers a dependable and convenient solution with free collection and delivery.

Services

Free Collection & Delivery

Free for orders over £20 — a small fee applies for smaller orders. Regular weekly collections are available — set up once and forget about it. Drop-off is also available by prior arrangement.

Shirts are returned within 48 hours as standard; faster turnaround is available on request. Payment on delivery by bank transfer or cash.

Ironing

Ironing is priced per item — simple, clear, and often better value. Shirts, dresses, formal trousers and jumpsuits are hung as standard; T-shirts and other garments can be hung on request. Folded items like polos and jumpers are neatly returned in shop-style folds.

All hung items are returned in biodegradable, reusable protective covers. We’re happy to follow special requests — trouser creases, specific folds, hanging preferences — just let us know.

Bed Linen

We iron duvet covers, fitted sheets, flat sheets and pillowcases — cot through to super king. Everything is pressed and returned neatly folded, ready to go straight onto the bed within 48 hours.

Please note: we iron duvet covers and bed linen — not the duvets themselves.

Wedding & Special Occasions

We handle wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, suits, formalwear and occasion garments for weddings, graduations, christenings, funerals and black-tie events. Everything is expertly pressed and returned on hangers in biodegradable protective covers.

For wedding dresses, please contact us before booking — dresses vary greatly in fabric and construction, and we’ll confirm whether the gown is suitable for our service. For full bridal party orders, we recommend booking at least one week in advance.

Asian Garments

We provide specialist ironing for saris, salwar kameez, lehengas, sherwanis, churidars, dupattas and other South Asian and Asian garments. Each piece is assessed individually before pressing — steam temperature is matched to the most delicate fabric present, and embellishments are carefully worked around rather than pressed directly.

For heavily embellished pieces — wedding lehengas, heavily beaded saris or hand-embroidered occasion wear — please contact us before booking.

Frequently asked questions

How much does your ironing service cost?
Charging by the item is the fairest way to cost an ironing service so it depends on the garment type and quantity. However, the average family will spend between £20 and £30 per order, placing an order every two weeks.
Are my items safe?
Yes — your items are in safe hands. Every ironing lady is carefully vetted, fully trained, and works in a clean, smoke-free home. We treat your garments with care and professionalism at every step.
When will I get my items back?
Clothes are typically returned within 24–48 hours of collection. If you need a faster turnaround, just ask — we’ll do our best to help.
Can I request specific ironing preferences?
Absolutely — just let us know how you’d like your items pressed or returned, and we’ll follow your instructions. In some cases a small change may occur depending on complexity.
Can I drop off my clothes instead of arranging collection?
Yes — drop-off is available by arrangement. Please contact us to confirm.
What ironing equipment do you use?
We use only the best quality steam generator irons and professional ironing tables to deliver consistent results and avoid fabric damage.
How can I ensure the best ironing results?
Make sure clothes are fully dry and not crumpled tightly in the bag. Damp or scrunched-up items can develop set-in creases that even professional ironing can’t completely remove. A quick fold after drying makes a big difference — and once it's handed over, we’ll take care of the rest.
Do you offer dry cleaning?
Unfortunately, we don’t offer dry cleaning services at this time.
  • Hitchin, covering postcodes SG4 and SG5

Company Information

The Hot Iron

Hitchin. Covering SG4 and SG5

Alexandra's Home Address:

6 Collenswood Road

Shephall

Stevenage

Hertfordshire

SG2 9ER

0333 339 9964
Payment Methods:
Cash, Bank Transfer
Opening Hours

You can call on any day between 8am and 9pm.

Monday:
8am - 8pm
Tuesday:
8am - 8pm
Wednesday:
8am - 8pm
Thursday:
8am - 8pm
Friday:
8am - 8pm
Saturday:
8am - 8pm
Sunday:
8am - 8pm