Dryer vent cleaning is an important part of any homeowner’s maintenance checklist, but is often overlooked. Though we understand that servicing the dryer vent may not seem like a priority when weighed against other home services, the truth of the matter is that this could be a costly oversight.
Signs that your dryer vent needs cleaned
Drying times that are taking longer than normal. (Over 30-40 minutes)
Clothes that are abnormally hot to the touch after drying
Your vent hood flap does not open during a dryer’s operation
It has been a year since your last dryer vent cleaning
Worth a mention
Fire Prevention: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that clothes dryers are associated with approximately 15,600 fires yearly. Fires can occur when lint builds up in the dryer or in the exhaust duct. Lint can block the flow of air, cause excessive heat build-up, and result in a fire in some dryers.
Energy Savings: According to recent industry studies, an excessively clogged dryer vent may add and additional $18-$24 to your home’s energy bill. That translates to almost $300 a year in unnecessary bills. Most dryer vent cleaning bills come in well below this $300 mark. It only makes sense to follow dryer manufacturer recommendations and have the cleaning performed once a year.