How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost ?

Here is a guide to help you understand the expenses involved. This crucial maintenance task not only enhances your dryer’s performance but also significantly reduces the risk of fire hazards in your home. Let’s dive into the factors that influence the cost and what you can expect to budget for this service.

Factors Influencing Cost of Dryer Vent Cleaning

  • Vent Length: The longer your vent, the more time and effort it’ll take to clean, affecting the overall cost.
  • Accessibility: Easy-to-reach vents will cost less to clean compared to vents located in difficult or tight spaces.
  • Level of Obstruction: The more clogged your vent, the higher the cost due to the increased labor involved in removing lint and debris.

Understanding these factors will help you get a clearer idea of the potential costs involved in cleaning your dryer vent.

Our Average Charge for Dryer Vent Cleaning – $145.00

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dirty outdoor dryer vent
Lint buildup in clothes dryer

Benefits of Having Your Dryer Vent Cleaned

Faster Dryer Times

The lack of dryer vent airflow can make it harder for the mositure in yuor clothes to evaporate. Having your dryer vent cleaned should help.

Less Damage to Clothes

With your clothes drying faster, there will be less damage to your clothes.

Longer Dryer Life

Having a clogged dryer vent increases strain on your dryer. By reducing the strain, you allow the dryer to work more efficiently and thus help it to last longer.

Saves Energy

Cleaning your dyer vent allows the dryer to run more efficiently and use less energy consumption. Savings can add up over time.

Lower Carbon Monoxide (CO) Risk

For gas dryers, Clogged vents can trap carbon monoxide, a dangerous gas produced during the drying process, and prevent it from being properly expelled outside. This can lead to CO buildup inside the home, posing a serious health risk.

 

Reduces the Risk of Fire

According to the National Fire Protection Agency (the leading information and knowledge resource on fire, electrical, and related hazards), failure to clean lint, fiber, or dust from dryers accounted for one-third of all 2020 U.S. dryer fires. Sticking to a once a year cleaning, you can keep your home safer.

Better Indoor Air Quality

The air from your dryer needs to be released to the outside. If the dryer vent is clogged, the air can be coming back inside your home bringing in microfibers. Read what The American Chemical Society‘s study has found.