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Dryer Vents

Dryer Vent Cleaning

A dryer vent line fills with lint the same way a flue fills with creosote — gradually, and mostly out of sight, until the dryer starts running hotter and longer than it should.

What This Service Covers

Dryer vent cleaning clears lint from the full vent run — not just the trap, but the duct work all the way to the exterior vent — restoring proper airflow and reducing a well-known home fire risk in the process.

Signs You Need It

Common Causes

Lint naturally escapes the trap with every load, and over time it accumulates along the duct walls, especially around bends, long runs, or vent lines that were installed with too many turns to begin with.

Our Process

We disconnect the vent line at the dryer, run cleaning equipment through the full duct length to the exterior vent, and clear out accumulated lint — then check that the exterior vent flap opens and closes properly before reconnecting everything.

Why Climate Matters Here

Humidity can make lint clump and cling inside the duct rather than moving through and out, which is worth factoring in for homes in consistently humid climates — but every climate sees the same basic buildup over time regardless of weather.

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FAQ

Quick Answers

How often should a dryer vent be cleaned?+
Annually is a reasonable baseline, more often for a household doing frequent laundry loads or with a long or bent vent run.
Is dryer vent cleaning usually done with a chimney visit?+
It's a common add-on to a chimney visit since the crew and equipment are already on site, though it's also offered as a standalone service.
Can a restricted dryer vent really be a fire risk?+
Yes — lint is highly flammable, and restricted airflow makes the dryer run hotter, which is exactly the combination that creates that risk.
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