Not sure whether your dryer vent is clogged? Here are the signs to watch for, who to call, and what to expect on price.
5 Signs That Your Dryer Vent Needs To Be Cleaned
- Clothes are not drying in one cycle
- The dryer randomly shuts off during a cycle (a safety feature on newer model dryers)
- Clothes are still damp or smell musty after a cycle
- Clothes are hot to the touch and the dryer itself is extremely hot
- There is no airflow at the exterior dryer vent
These are the main indicators that your dryer vent is clogged and needs to be cleaned.
Other Telltale Signs
- Your dryer alerts you that the vent is clogged (newer models)
- Your energy bills have gone way up
- Water is dripping under your dryer, or water shows up in other parts of the home where the dryer ducting is routed
- The exterior dryer vent is full of lint
- It has been more than one year since your last laundry vent cleaning
Who Do You Call When Your Dryer Vent Is Clogged?
Air duct cleaners, standalone dryer vent companies, and HVAC companies all service dryer vents. HVAC companies tend to be the most expensive.
How To Choose A Company
- Do a local Google search for “dryer vent cleaning near me”
- Click on the Google Map that appears and look at the list of companies and their reviews
- Choose a company with a lot of great reviews
- Look at their before and after photos
- Submit a quote request or call them directly
- Ask what kind of equipment they use
- Be ready to say where your dryer vent exits your home, such as the roof or ground level
How Much Does It Cost, And How Soon Can Someone Come?
Prices for laundry vent cleaning vary based on where the vent sits in your home and the obstacles involved in cleaning it. They typically range from $100 to $300.
If you are already booking an air duct cleaning with SimpliHome, the dryer vent is a $40 add on during the same visit. Most dryer vent cleanings take 30 to 60 minutes.
Most dryer vent cleaning companies can get to your home in about a week or two. If it is an emergency, some companies will come out sooner for special circumstances.
Winter Signs in Wisconsin
Cold weather adds a few signs of its own. Ice or frost around the outside flap, a flap frozen shut or snow piled over a low vent all trap hot, damp air in the line. Clear the hood after storms and call if the flap still will not open. Our guide to DIY versus professional cleaning covers what you can safely do yourself.
Where We Work
SimpliHome cleans dryer vents across Waukesha County, including Brookfield, Waukesha, Elm Grove, New Berlin, Pewaukee, Delafield, Oconomowoc and Menomonee Falls. Call (262) 289-1035 to schedule or get a free quote.