Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning: Put a Stop To Time Waste & Reduce Fire & Carbon Monoxide Risk
No one wants to spend their free time waiting for clothes to dry, but when your dryer vent’s clogged, you’ll find yourself doing just that. Clogged, dirty dryer vents starve the clothes dryer of oxygen, working your dryer harder and causing it to need more time at higher temperatures to sufficiently dry your clothes.
Fortunately, for dryer vent cleaning services near Dallas, our team can help. We know venting systems! Call or book online today.
The Problems With Dirty Dryer Vents
Now, wasted time isn’t the worst of it when it comes to dirty vents. Clogged dryer vents also waste energy, leaving you with higher utility bills, and they can also shorten the life of both your clothes and your clothes dryer.
And if that weren’t bad enough, carbon monoxide also poses a risk, as clogged vents can lead this dangerous gas to re-enter your home’s air supply, as opposed to exiting through the vent.
That’s not all… Since your dryer relies on heat to dry your clothes and lint is a flammable material, clogged dryer vents are also a fire hazard (although most dryers have several safety features that must fail in order for this to happen).
What Does Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning Involve?
During an inspection, a technician will run a camera into your vents and check for lint and other blockages and buildup. Should it be time for a cleaning, you can rest assured that we’ll use specialized brushes that won’t damage your system and specialized vacuums to guarantee a mess-free experience for you and your family.
Here are the steps:
- A professional technician will inspect your dryer vent system to assess its condition and identify any potential issues.
- The technician will disconnect your dryer and remove any debris or lint from the dryer vent using specialized tools.
- The technician will clean the vent tubing and the outside vent to remove any remaining lint or debris.
- The technician will reconnect your dryer and test it to ensure it’s working properly.
Is It Time To Have Your Dryer Vents Cleaned?
If it seems like you’re running your dryer for longer these days, your clothes are hotter to the touch than usual, there’s an odor every time you run your dryer, or a lot of lint seems to be accumulating near the vent connection, you may be overdue for a dryer vent cleaning.
Here’s an official list of things to be on the lookout for:
- Longer Drying Times: If your clothes are taking longer than usual to dry, it could be a sign that your dryer vent is clogged. Reduced airflow due to lint buildup can hinder the drying process.
- Overheating Dryer: A dryer that becomes excessively hot to the touch during operation – or clothes that seem exceptionally hot after a cycle – may indicate restricted airflow. Lint accumulation in the vent can cause the dryer to work harder, leading to overheating.
- Excessive Lint Buildup: If you notice an excessive amount of lint around, or sometimes inside of, the dryer or on the lint screen after each cycle, it could be a sign that lint is not venting properly and is accumulating within the dryer or vent system.
- Burning Smell: A burning smell while the dryer is running is a serious indication of a potential fire hazard. Lint buildup in the vent can ignite from the heat of the dryer, causing a fire.
- Exterior Vent Hood Blockage: Check the exterior vent hood for any obstructions such as debris, bird nests, or visible lint buildup. A blocked vent hood prevents proper airflow and can lead to various issues with your dryer.
- Increased Energy Bills: A clogged dryer vent forces the dryer to work harder and longer to dry clothes, leading to increased energy consumption and higher utility bills.
- Condensation or Moisture Buildup:Moisture buildup in the laundry area, especially condensation on windows, can indicate poor ventilation caused by a clogged dryer vent.
How Often Should Dryer Vents Be Cleaned?
There isn’t really a one-size-fits-all rule about how frequently dryer vents need to be cleaned, as it varies from dryer to dryer and family to family. The above symptoms of a clogged dryer vent can be good indicators, but it’s also a good idea to have an inspection performed by an experienced technician from time to time.
A yearly service is typically that minimum you’d like to schedule. We suggest starting at two per year, then increasing or decreasing this, as needed, based on your household’s needs.
A household with one or two occupants, for instance, likely won’t need as many cleanings as a household with multiple kiddos and pets running through it.
Reach Out Today
If you’d like to know whether or not it’s time to have your dryer vents cleaned, give Hale’s Chimney & Fireplace Solutions a call at 972-562-6851 or fill out our online appointment request form.
We’ll have an experienced technician sent out to your Dallas or Fort Worth area home to check your dryer vents for buildup and let you know whether or not it’s time to have the venting cleaned. Call or click and start saving time and money with fresh, clean dryer vents!
Birds can also get into your dryer vents and cause problems – have you considered a bird-resistant vent cover? Give us a call to learn more!
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