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7 Delivery Startups Every DC Student Should Know About



As you head back to school this fall you'll quickly find yourself missing the conveniences of being home under the same roof as your parents. Your dad will no longer be available to fix your broken drawer and your mom won't be around to ensure you keep your clothes wrinkle-free. Luckily there are several D.C.-based delivery apps that can help make your college stay easier so that you can actually enjoy your time away from home.

Washio

Hate having to deal with dirty clothes? Washio will do all of your dry cleaning and laundry for you and then deliver your fresh-smelling apparel directly to your doorstep.

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UrbanStems

If you want to impress your campus crush, then pick out the perfect flowers from UrbanStems. Affordable too, premium bouquets start at just $35 and are hand delivered for free.

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Handybook

Chances are mom and dad never taught you how to deal with a leak in your first apartment, so why not let Handybook deal with it for you? Simply book trusted home cleaners or handymen anytime and fully vetted professionals will arrive at your front door to cater to your needs.

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MunchQuick

After a few weeks without a home-cooked meal you're going to want to turn to MuchQuick. Food made fresh daily and delivered in twenty minutes or less, MunchQuick's healthy entrees for under $10 are worth ordering on the days you miss home most (or when you just feel lazy).

Image via @MunchQuick

scratchDC

With fresh local produce from across the region, scratchDC designs an incredible recipe easy to make for two. Whether you want to make the meal for yourself or for your significant other, too, scratchDC ensures the process of making dinner is fun, easy and unforgettably delicious. Order a ready-to-cook meal for the week, pick a delivery time and date and then wait for the kit sealed with a bow.

Image via Instagram/scratchdc

Vinolovers

This wine subscription service will deliver tailored wine collections to you based on what you like. If you don't have the slightest clue of what wine to order on a date, this is a great way to test out your sommelier skills and get acquainted with the delicate art of wine. Vinolovers will provide you with the chance to impress anyone you meet with your wine knowledge.

Image via @Vinolovers

Instacart

Don't have a car at school? Instacart will do your food shopping for you. Give your arms a rest from lugging a watermelon five blocks down the road and let Instacart deliver from the stores you love in just one hour. The best part? Your first delivery of over $10 is free.

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