Most people never give it a second thought. You don’t need it until you really need it. What is it? Dryer vent cleaning.
If the airflow is restricted due to a clogged vent, poisonous exhaust gasses can back up into your home.
And then there’s the issue of lint, a highly flammable substance.
34% of fires are caused by dryer lint accumulating and not being cleaned out, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.
Clogged dryer vents can contribute to devastating and costly scenarios:
Don’t remember the last time you cleaned your ducts? Schedule a dryer vent cleaning service from professionals to help keep you and your family safe.
And, before you do, always watch closely for these signs.
It’s taking longer and longer to dry your clothes, bed sheets, and towels. It’s getting annoying. Not only that, the entire room feels hot and humid. This is because the air is prevented from circulating due to the debris stuffed in your vent.
No. You’re not having a stroke. It’s probably the dryer, especially if there’s a strong, musty smell due to the humidity. If you smell something burning, the lint has already sparked from the heat.
It’s important to get your dryer cleaned by a professional immediately.
The clothes aren’t getting dry, but the dryer is overheating. Congested or clogged dryer vents prevent heat from being transferred out. As a result, the dryer is incredibly hot to the touch.
The issue doesn’t always have to be clogged vents. It could be a broken heating element, a damaged thermistor, or a ventilation block. It’s important to have a professional inspect your dryer to determine the root cause and best solution.
Lint, dust, and debris are piling up fast – all over the place. It’s hard to ignore and easier to spot as it billows out of the external vent and protrudes from your internal duct tubing.
Signs like these are obvious, but ensuring your vent is blocked isn’t.
How can you test to make sure a vent is really blocked?
Method #1: Put your hand on top of the dryer. If it’s hot to the touch, you have a clogged vent.
Method #2: If the dryer is heating, but you notice that it takes over 55 minutes to dry a load of laundry, you’ve probably got a clog in the vent.
Method #3: Lastly, look to see if you have excess lint on your clothes. That’s a telltale sign.
It’s highly recommended that a professionally trained and certified duct cleaning specialist take care of this for you. Why?
Hiring a pro helps you to A.) avoid any potential damage to your duct and B.) guarantee a thorough cleaning.
You can technically clean the exterior part of your dryer vent yourself.
Here are seven logical steps to cleaning your dryer vent:
Learn More: The Complete Dryer Duct Cleaning How to Guide
It’s a good rule of thumb to have your dryer vents inspected and cleaned by a professional NADCA-licensed company at least once a year.
If you use your dryer frequently, you might need to do it twice a year or even once a quarter (in extreme cases).
Interested in improving the lifespan of your dryer, avoiding lint fires, and lowering your utility bill? Superior Air Duct can do it for an affordable price.
We’ve spent over 20 years helping people in greater Youngstown, Ohio, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, get clean dryer ducts.
Call (724) 847-9444 to schedule your dryer vent cleaning service!
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