Clothes take two cycles
Restricted airflow traps moist air in the drum and slows drying significantly.
Dryer vent cleaning
Dryer Vent Cleaning for Safer, Faster Drying
Lint that escapes the trap collects in the vent duct, where heat and airflow meet. Cleaning it reduces fire risk and helps your dryer finish in one cycle.
- Full duct cleaned
- Exterior hood cleared
- Airflow checked after
No heat, no hot water or a gas smell? Call any time, day or night.
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Overview
Why dryer vent cleaning matters
Clothes dryers are a leading cause of home fires involving appliances, and the most common factor is failure to clean. The lint trap catches most lint, but some always gets past it and settles in the vent duct, especially at elbows and long horizontal runs. Lint is highly flammable, and a dryer working against a restricted vent runs hotter and longer than it should.
Dryer vent cleaning is also about moisture. Each load sends several litres of water out as vapour. In a damp Lower Mainland climate, a blocked or disconnected vent can leave that moisture in a laundry room, crawlspace or wall cavity where mould grows. Townhomes and condos often have long vent runs to an exterior wall or roof, which makes regular cleaning even more important.
Signs your dryer vent needs cleaning
Any one of these is a reason to book.
Dryer is hot to touch
A cabinet or laundry room that feels unusually hot means heat is not leaving through the vent.
Burning smell
Lint near the heating element can scorch. Stop using the dryer and have it checked.
Flap barely opens
If the outside hood flap does not open strongly when the dryer runs, the duct is restricted.
Damp laundry room
Condensation, a musty smell or mould near the dryer suggests vapour is escaping indoors.
Birds or debris at the hood
Nests and leaves in the exterior vent are common in spring and block airflow completely.
Included
What our dryer vent cleaning includes
- Disconnecting the dryer and inspecting the transition duct
- Rotary brushing the full vent run
- Clearing lint, nests and debris from the exterior hood
- Vacuuming the dryer cavity behind the lint trap
- Replacing foil or plastic transition hose with approved material
- Checking for crushed, disconnected or leaky duct sections
- Measuring airflow at the termination after cleaning
How it works
How the cleaning works
- 1
Inspect the route
We trace the vent from dryer to exterior and note length, elbows and material.
- 2
Brush and vacuum
Rotary brushes loosen lint while a vacuum captures it so it does not end up in your home.
- 3
Fix weak points
Damaged transitions, loose joints and stuck hood flaps are repaired or replaced on approval.
- 4
Test the airflow
We run the dryer and confirm strong flow at the outside vent before we leave.
Why choose Able Pro for dryer vents
Ductwork know-how
We work with ducts and venting every day, so we spot installation problems, not just lint.
Townhome and condo runs
Long or roof-terminated vents are common in strata homes, and we have the tools to reach them.
Safety focus
Our goal is a vent that meets the dryer manufacturer's length and material requirements.
Easy to add on
Pair vent cleaning with a furnace or heat pump visit to save a separate appointment.
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Questions homeowners ask us
Still unsure? Call (236) 222-2222 and talk it through with us.
How often should a dryer vent be cleaned?
Once a year suits most households. Large families, pet owners and homes with long vent runs may need it more often. If drying times creep up, do not wait for the annual visit.
Is the white foil hose behind my dryer safe?
Thin foil and vinyl hoses crush easily and trap lint, and many dryer manufacturers do not allow them. A semi-rigid or rigid metal transition is safer and keeps airflow up.
Can I clean the vent myself?
You can clean the lint trap and the area behind it, and a short straight vent can be brushed with a kit. Long runs, roof terminations and vents with several elbows are best done with professional brushes and a vacuum.
Does a clean vent save energy?
Yes. A dryer that finishes in one cycle uses less electricity or gas and puts less wear on the heating element, drum belt and motor.
My vent goes through the roof. Can you still clean it?
Usually yes. Roof vents are cleaned from inside or from the roof depending on access and safety. We will explain the approach when we see the setup.
Book your visit
Book your dryer vent cleaning
Call (236) 222-2222 or book online and we will clear the vent and check the airflow.
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