FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHY SHOULD I GET MY DRYER VENT CLEANED?
Simple answer: Safety and Money!
According to the U.S. Fire Administration (Division of U.S. Department of Homeland Security), clothes dryers are involved in an estimated 15,600 U.S. structure fires, fifteen deaths, 400 injuries, and nearly $100 million in property damage per year. “Failure to clean” the dryer and vent is the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in residential buildings.
In addition to being a safety hazard, a vent clogged with lint or otherwise blocked (birds love to build nests inside vents!) will cause your clothes to take longer to dry, costing you time and money.
A clean dryer vent is a safe and efficient dryer vent!
HOW OFTEN DO MY DRYER AND VENT NEED TO BE CLEANED ?
Depending on a number of factors, including how much laundry is done and the shape and length of your dryer vent, a dryer and vent should be inspected and cleaned every 1-2 years.
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON CAUSES OF DRYER VENT BLOCKAGE?
Normal buildup through regular dryer usage.
Bird and Rodent Nests in the Vent Hood.
In many parts of Connecticut birds, rodents and insects build nests within the exterior termination hood, attracted by the warmth.Flex Hose Crushed or Kinked Excessively.
The transition hose behind the dryer tends to get crushed or kinked excessively when the dryer is moved back, either inadvertently or by vibration. This kink or partial blockage drastically reduces the unit’s ability to efficiently vent the air.Vent Hood with Screen-Like Features.
It’s not uncommon to find an exhaust termination hood or vent that is not designed for dryer venting, or that has some sort of lint catching grill or screen feature.Condensation within the Ducting.
Running the exhaust system through an un-insulated area like a crawl space or attic in cold northern regions may cause condensation within the pipe. Wet surfaces within the pipe attract and promote accumulation of lint to the duct walls.
DO YOU CHARGE BY THE HOUR?
Our prices are very affordable, and calculated based on the location of dryer and the duct shape/length. Most residential dryer vents can be inspected and cleaned in 60-90 minutes, for $150 or less. For competitive reasons we ask that you please contact us directly for a tailored quote.