Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning Service

Yes. When lint accumulates in your dryer’s ventilation system, it lowers efficiency. Often, the dryer will need more time to dry the clothing, which requires more energy. In these cases, the dryer must work harder and generate more heat, which exposes the appliance to more wear and tear and may increase lifetime repair costs.

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) promotes newer, efficient clothes dryers that can conserve 20% or more energy. The agency explains that failing to clean the ventilation system will negate the savings. It encourages cleaning the lint filter before each load of laundry, regularly cleaning dryer vents, and scrubbing the filter periodically to remove residue from dryer sheets.

You’ll need to clean your dryer vent once every three to twelve months, depending on how often you use it. Larger households that do at least one or two loads of laundry each day should schedule periodic inspections to determine how long they should go between dryer vent cleanings. If you do laundry less frequently, scheduling dryer vent cleaning once a year is most likely sufficient.

Your dryer’s lint trap only catches about 25 percent of the lint from your clothes. That means the rest is building up in the dryer vent system, restricting airflow and causing your dryer to work harder. The buildup increases fire risk and monthly energy bills.

Keeping dryer vents clean is a maintenance task that helps prevent house fires, which could result in injuries, property losses, and higher homeowner’s insurance premiums. Regularly performing residential dryer vent cleaning may reduce your utility expenses by helping to shorten drying times and also extend the serviceable lifespan of your dryer.

Here are the other benefits you could enjoy with regularly scheduled professional dryer vent cleaning: 

• Elimination of damp or extremely hot clothes at the end of a drying cycle
• Increased safety and proper operation with outdoor flap opening to release air
• Savings back in your pocket, thanks to lower energy usage
• Prevention of fires, carbon monoxide backup, and other dangers
• Compliance with insurance inspection requirements

Choosing a professional dryer vent cleaning service is the best choice for preventing build-ups in your dryer ducts, external vent, and hood or flap and ensuring these components are maintained.

Yes. Properly cleaning the dryer duct vent is critical to prevent fires. How prevalent are dryer-related fires? According to data from the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), firefighters in the Halifax Regional Municipality respond to roughly ten dryer fires annually. Each year, dryer fires occur approximately 18 times in Vancouver and 39 times in Toronto.

The combination of hot temperatures and lint or other flammable debris is a recipe for a fire. Fortunately, a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule can significantly reduce the risk of a lint-fueled fire.

As a safety precaution, unplug electric dryers or close the supply valve for gas dryers before cleaning. To clean the dryer vent, you should inspect the duct that connects to the machine and the exhaust vent on the exterior of the home. You may need to remove stubborn clogs by hand; otherwise, use a vacuum. Consumer vacuums are usually not powerful enough for a complete clean, so you need to rely on professionals for a more thorough vent cleaning. 

You should also clean the inside of the dryer, as a layer of residue from fabric softener or dryer sheets may accumulate around the drum. Whirlpool recommends cleaning the interior of an electric dryer with dish soap and warm water and using a nonflammable liquid cleaner for gas dryers.

Lastly, always remember to clean the removable lint filter or trap before each load of laundry.

If your machine is still not efficiently drying your clothing after cleaning the ventilation system, the appliance may need professional repair services. Mr. Appliance provides comprehensive residential repair and maintenance services for the major brands of electric and gas dryers and includes a guarantee on replacement parts.

Homeowners looking for more information about us or those seeking to schedule service should contact our team today!