From the customer reviews of Summit Drive-In Cleaners Inc:
History & Management:
- Established 1961
- Located near Union Station in New Haven
- Current owner/operator: Martin (Marty) Corraro
- Family business passed down (mentioned transition from father to grandson)
- Serving Greater New Haven area
Services:
- Dry cleaning
- Same-day service available
- Emergency/rush service available
- Uniform cleaning (particularly for police/military)
- Adding bars to police uniforms
- Button replacement
- Zipper repair
- Crease pressing (historically known for Lee jeans creasing in the 1980s)
Notable Qualities:
- Quick turnaround time (24-hour service when needed)
- Free minor repairs mentioned (zipper fixing, button replacement)
- Special attention to uniforms (police, military, fire department)
- Removes tough odors
- Quality pressing service
- Delivers clothes to customer’s vehicle
- Verifies satisfaction before payment
Customer Service:
- Known for professional and friendly service
- Accommodating with rush orders
- Personal attention from owner
- Verification of satisfaction before payment
- Known to occasionally provide complimentary services
- Long-term customer relationships (multiple generations mentioned)
Community Involvement:
- Serves local police
- Fire department
- Churches
- Strong ties to Hill neighborhood
- Significant community presence
Prices:
- Described as “great prices” but specific amounts not mentioned
- Occasional complimentary services noted
Overall Impression:
A well-established, family-owned business with deep community roots and a strong reputation for quality service. Notable for their willingness to accommodate rush orders and special attention to uniform service. While specific prices aren’t mentioned, they’re known for reasonable rates and occasional complimentary services. The business has maintained a loyal customer base across multiple generations.
