Stay Safe With Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning Services

If you’re like most people, you likely use your clothes dryer many times a week, all year long. The dryer makes quick work of drying a load of towels or a thick comforter or duvet cover. 

However, lint and debris in the hose attachment of the dryer can create a fire hazard — not to mention making your laundry take a much longer time to dry. Understanding the dangers of clogged dryer vents allows you to make an informed decision regarding regular cleaning. 

Dangers of a Clogged Dryer Vent

When lint buildup restricts airflow in your clothes dryer’s hose attachment, the clothes take longer to dry. You could be wasting $30 or more per month as a result of a clogged dryer vent. 

A more serious risk of an obstructed dryer hose is a dryer fire. When the hot and poisonous combustion gases have nowhere to go, the lint and debris can catch fire. About 32% of clothes dryer fires are a result of failing to clean the dryer vent, according to the National Fire Protection Association. 

Pests can also get into the clothes dryer vent. The lint buildup makes an ideal place for birds, squirrels, mice and rats to build a winter nest. Cleaning out the whole hose and vent requires a few specialty tools, and you may feel more comfortable leaving this involved task to an experienced professional.

How Often Should a Dryer Vent Be Cleaned?

How often you need to clean your dryer hose and vent depends on how much you use the clothes dryer. You should plan to schedule a professional dryer vent cleaning about once per year if you put about three to five loads of laundry in the clothes dryer per week. You may need a semi-annual dryer vent cleaning if you usually dry six to 10 loads of laundry every week. If you can’t remember the last time you had your dryer vent cleaned, it is a good idea to schedule an appointment.

Benefits of Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning

Professional dryer vent cleaning gets rid of the lint and debris in the dryer’s hose. It also ensures that the vent flap is able to close. This prevents pests from getting into the hose’s outlet. Even if pests aren’t a problem, dryer vent cleaning also helps your clothes dryer work better, dry clothes faster, and last longer!

Call 1-718-628-4996 today for a FREE estimate on our dryer vent cleaning services in Glendale NY.