Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dryer vents get clogged when there is too much lint in the system. Dryer vent ducts can become clogged in a number of ways. For one thing, a long dryer vent run will clog faster because the lint has a longer distance to travel. It clogs first near the end of the run, where the airflow is slower. Second, lint will accumulate in the ductwork where there are turns or curves. And if the transition hose from the back of the dryer that connects to the ductwork is crushed, you get less airflow, resulting in clogged dryer vents. A termination vent is located on the exterior of the house. Lint can become stuck on them, resulting in a clogged dryer vent duct.

Expert Dryer Vent Cleaners

Cleaning dryer vents effectively requires knowledge and the right tools. When your PlatinumCare Cleaning dryer vent specialist arrives, he or she will inspect the system to see how much lint has accumulated. The technician will use high-pressure air and a vacuum to clean the entire length of your dryer duct. Lint accumulation in the cabinet, which may result in dryer fires, can be lessened by keeping your dryer vents clean. After cleaning, clean your dryer filter after each load. This increases air flow, allowing your clothes to dry faster and keeping your dryer vent cleaner for longer.

Basic Facts About Dryer Vent Cleaning

• According to the US Fire Administration, over 12,700 clothes dryer fires occur each year, resulting in 15 deaths, 300 injuries, and approximately $88 million in property loss.
• The leading cause of clothes dryer fires in residential buildings is “failure to clean.”
• A clean dryer vent can increase energy efficiency, allow clothes to dry faster, and reduce utility costs.