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If you own a tumble dryer, you should be aware that debris builds up and must be removed from your dryer vent and ductwork for the same reason lint should be removed from your dryer filter – because it is a fire hazard. To avoid such hazards, you should have your vent duct cleaned out by a professional.

Clogged Dryer Vents

Detergents and fabric softeners may be necessary to clean your clothes and bedding, but they also contain chemicals, which are not safe for human breathing or consumption. A secondary purpose of a dryer vent is to help release chemical vapors from the dryer and out of your home. A vent that is clogged cannot do its job, and the gasses from chemical cleaners may be released inside your home.

Cleaning1Air Chimney Cleans Dryer Vents

A Quality Check Inspection is part of every service Cleaning1Air Chimney offers to troubleshoot your dryer vent, chimney, or fireplace. In the case of dryer vents, the first step we take is identifying the vent box and vent cap on the exterior of the home. We will be able to tell immediately whether or not your vent needs cleaning or repair.

Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning

We will begin by disconnecting the dryer for the maintenance step of the process. We check airflow through the dryer vent exhaust, identify any barriers to airflow, and begin the cleaning process.

Professional dryer vent cleaners like Cleaning1Air Chimney have tools, rotary brushes, and vacuums that are used specifically for your dryer’s vent, which may curve sharply at the wall of your house. We do not recommend that homeowners attempt to snake brooms or other objects through the vent on their own. Doing so may cause further damage to your dryer vent.

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How do I know when my dryer vent needs to be cleaned?

The best measure of a properly functioning dryer vent duct is how quickly your clothing gets dry. Gradually over time, you will notice that your clothing is taking longer to dry. If you have to run your dryer two or more times and your clothes are not fully dry, it may be time to have the vent cleaned and cleared of lint. You can also check the vent box on the outside of your home.
A vent in need of service will have lint and debris lining the interior walls of the exhaust pipe, and your clothes will be sopping wet no matter how many times you run the dryer. If that is the case, we recommend you immediately cease use of your dryer until after the vent has been cleaned.

What can I do to maintain my dryer vent in the meantime?

You should regularly keep track of your machine’s drying time for different sized loads of clothing, bedding, and towels. Take note each time you have to run a cycle more than once. Having to do so every once in a while is normal, especially for an unusually large load of laundry. However, keep track of how often this happens. This will help you determine whether or not your vent is clogged.

How much do dryer vent services cost?

The cost for cleaning and servicing dryer vents can vary widely depending on the location and layout of your dryer and where the vent box terminates outside your home. We can usually give you a more accurate cost estimate once we get some baseline information about your situation, so please give us a call.

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