Trabuco Canyon Dryer Vent Cleaning
Dryers that have dirty vents work harder, sustain more wear, and have significantly shorter lifespans. You can limit your need for costly dryer repairs, lower your energy bill, and extend the life of your current dryer with proper maintenance.
Cleaning your dryer vent can extend the lifespan of your clothing and linens, too. Dryers with dirty vents run hotter and require longer run times. This can lead to fading, fraying, and other visible damage to textiles.
Although much of this lint collects in lint traps for easy removal, some can find their way into exhaust vents. Dryer exhaust vents release moisture and heat during drying cycles to prevent dramatic increases in indoor temperature and humidity. If you have a gas dryer, its exhaust vent also routes carbon monoxide and other dangerous emissions outdoors.
There are several signs that you need dryer vent cleaning service now:
- Hot, muggy conditions when your dryer is on
- Longer and less effective drying cycles
- Clothing with dank, musty odors
- Frequent overheating
- Dry, burning odors
If there are visible buildups of lint on or behind your dryer vent’s cover, schedule dryer vent cleaning now.
Declining indoor air quality (IAQ) is another sign that it’s time to clean your dryer’s exhaust vent. During dryer use, trapped lint can break free and enter your indoor air. With a dirty dryer vent, you’ll have higher indoor humidity and more allergens and contaminants floating around your home.
If your dryer is still under its manufacturer’s warranty, cleaning its vent could be essential for ensuring warranty compliance. Built-up lint in dryer vents can lead to frustrating delays or denials when submitting warranty claims. These buildups can also cause your dryer’s manufacturer to void your warranty outright.
The best schedule for cleaning dryer vents is once each year. However, if you use your dryer frequently, have indoor pets, or live in a large household, you may need vent cleaning twice a year.
