Dryer Vent Cleaning
The leading cause of home dryer fires is failure to clean them, according to the National Fire Protection Association. It's crucial to clean the lint filter, vent pipe, and vent flap at least once a year to prevent fires and keep your dryer working efficiently.
Cleaning dryer vents can be difficult due to hard-to-reach areas and the need for specific tools. Hiring a professional like Stanley Steemer can make this easier. We have the proper equipment to clean your dryer vent thoroughly.
We also offer a wide range of other deep cleaning services, like air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and much more! You can trust Stanley Steemer to provide comprehensive care for a cleaner, healthier home™.
Clean Your Vents Regularly
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How Often to Clean Dryer Vents
There are several factors that may influence how often you should clean your dryer vent, including household size, how frequently you do laundry, and laundry load sizes. It's recommended that you should at least clean your dryer vents once or twice a year.
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Improve Your Home's Safety
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Clogged Vents Are a Fire Hazard
According to the National Fire Protection Association, the failure to properly clean and maintain home clothing dryers is the leading cause of dryer fires.
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How Do Dryer Fires Occur
Dryer vents serve to expel heated water vapor and lint-filled air from the dryer unit to the outdoors safely. Over time, these vents can accumulate large amounts of highly flammable lint, and if that lint is not cleaned regularly, the hot air cannot effectively escape and the lint can overheat and catch fire.
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Spot the Signs
If your laundry room feels hotter than normal or you sense a burning smell, this could be a critical warning sign that your dryer vent needs cleaned; otherwise, it may overheat and catch fire.
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A Clean Dryer Is a Happy Dryer
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Remove Dirt and Soil from Leather
When we clean leather upholstery we apply—and then remove—a cleaner that wipes out damaging soils. This ensures there's no residue or dirt left behind.
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Don't Mask Upholstery Smells. Remove Them.
Our deodorizer acts to remove odors from your upholstery, immediately neutralizing them at their source, rather than simply covering up the smell.
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How We Clean Dryer Vents
- Our dryer vent cleaning service starts with an inspection of your dryer unit and its air exhaust vent.
- If the lint trap needs cleaning, we will remove and clean the filter in addition to vacuuming the lint trap housing.
- Next, we disconnect the dryer and carefully move the unit away from the wall to clean the back of the dryer, vacuuming inside with an agitation device until it is clear.
- Similarly, we detach the dryer vent to clean out the duct and the outside exhaust vent with the proper agitation devices, vacuuming out all trapped lint.
- Once everything is clear, our technicians will carefully reattach the ductwork and reconnect the dryer—now cleaner, more efficient, and safer than ever.
Call 1-800-STEEMER to learn more about how we clean your dryer vents.
