We're a chimney sweep company, but dryer vent cleaning is one of our most requested services — and one of the most overlooked pieces of home maintenance. It uses many of the same tools and expertise as chimney sweeping, which is why it's a natural addition to our service list.
Why It's a Bigger Deal Than It Sounds
Lint isn't just a laundry-room nuisance. It's highly flammable, and a vent packed with it — combined with the heat of a running dryer — is a genuine fire risk. Clogged dryer vents are consistently cited among the leading causes of home structure fires nationally.
Signs Your Vent Needs Cleaning
- Clothes take two or more cycles to fully dry
- The dryer or laundry room feels noticeably hot during a cycle
- A burning smell, especially when the dryer first starts
- Visible lint around the outside vent flap, or a flap that won't open properly
- It's been more than a year since the vent was professionally cleaned
Why Cleaning the Lint Trap Isn't Enough
Lint traps only catch a fraction of what makes it into your dryer's exhaust system. The rest travels down the vent duct, where it collects at bends, joints, and especially at the point where the duct exits your home — areas a lint trap can never reach.
Pro TipLonger or more bendy duct runs (common when the dryer isn't near an exterior wall) trap lint faster than short, straight ones. If your setup has several turns, consider cleaning it every 6–12 months instead of waiting a full year.
What Our Service Includes
Our dryer vent cleaning uses the same rotary brush equipment we use on chimneys, sized down for dryer ducting, to clear lint from the full length of the vent — not just what's visible from either end. Most homeowners notice a real difference in dry time and a cooler-running dryer right away.
Bundle It With Your Chimney Sweep
Since we're already on-site for a chimney sweep, adding a dryer vent cleaning to the same visit is simple and efficient. Ask about it when you book your next appointment.