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Dryer Vent, Maintenance, Resources + Tips

How Often Should I Clean My Dryer Vent?

Dryer vent cleaning is cleaning of the flexible duct between the dryer and the point where the vent exits the house. Over time this duct may become filled with dust and lint from the dryer, and cleaning helps improve airflow from the dryer, increase energy efficiency, and reduces the risk of a dryer fire. 

Your dryer vent should be cleaned every 6 to 12 months depending on how much your dryer is used. A build up of lint and debris looks like this:

Between cleanings:

  • Check your dryer vent every few months to ensure that it is not blocked or full of lint.
  • If your dryer is taking an unusually long time to dry, or if clothes are always damp, your dryer vent may be clogged
  • You can check your dryer vent by moving your dryer away from the wall and detaching the flexible duct from the back and looking into it.
  • If you have a short duct directly to the outside and a shop vac, you may be able to clean the duct out quite easily on your own.

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We recently had a flood in our basement this past year. Now that the construction is all completed we had to get the furnace cleaning done after all the construction made so much dust over. We are so thankful that they came in, very efficient, fast and very kind gentleman that took great care of us. Highly recommended we been going to them for 6+ years never had an issue. Always say yes to the dryer duct getting cleaned out!! Thank you Norshaedy the Furnace Technician and team for taking great care for us.

- Sarah Spence

Benito and his partner gave exceptional service for us. They came when they said they would, were quick and efficient. We had fewer vents than first estimated so were even able to get a lower price than the initial quote. They were professional, polite and friendly. We highly recommend them if you are looking for a furnace cleaning. They also gave great advice, don't wait until the fall to clean your furnace, do it now when they have more times available and if you have air conditioning then it's good to have them clean for the summer too.

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This company knows their stuff, provides great customer service and excellent work. Iā€™m totally happy with how the two very friendly and knowledgeable associates cleaned my furnace, vents, dryer vent and AC coil. I will certainly book my next appointment with them.

- Mark

We had Edison and Roberto out to our home to clean our furnace vents and dryer. They were extremely polite, professional, thorough and efficient! They explained the entire process before they got started and even as they were working. I really appreciated the care they took to wear boot covers, lay down mats, and seal the front door. I couldn't have asked for a better customer experience! Alberta Furnace also offers competitive pricing and I was really pleased with the communication provided before and after our service. All around, a great experience with wonderful people every step of the way! Oh yeah, and clean vents too šŸ˜‰

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