Why do you need to clean your Dryer vent?
Homeowners should have their dryer vent cleaned for safety reasons at least once a year. For households running their dryer 3-5 times a week they should have their vents cleaned twice a year. Dryers produce and accumulate highly flammable lint. Failing to regularly clean the lint out of the system is the second leading cause of house fires in America.
There are a few telltale signs that it is time to have your dryer exhaust cleaned
Things take longer to dry, such as needed to put clothes back in for a second cycle
Clothes come out extremely hot
The dryer itself gets hot to the touch during the drying cycle
There is a strange smell coming from the dryer when it is working, including a burning smell or musty smell
Cost
Having your dryer vent cleaned out ranges from $100-180. By getting this service done at least once a year you are not only saving money on energy cost but you are protecting your family and home from a potential fire hazard.
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