How do I maintain my dryer?

• <div><p>Taking good care of your dryer will help ensure its longevity and keep your clothes nice and dry. Some <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-youre-destroying-your-dryer.htm">dryer maintenance tips</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Clearing the lint screen after every use</p></li><li><p>Deep cleaning the lint screen with detergent every three months</p></li><li><p>Don’t overload your dryer</p></li><li><p>Cleaning the dryer vent at least once a year</p></li><li><p>Cleaning the dryer drum twice a year with a microfiber cloth and rubbing alcohol </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

What questions should I ask prospective air duct cleaners?

• <div><p>If you just moved into a new house or found significant mold, dust, or pest remnants in your vents, or you see <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stop-condensation-on-air-vents.htm">condensation on your air vents</a>, you can easily find a highly trained pro to do the job correctly by asking a few key questions:</p><ul><li><p>Do you have proof of liability insurance?</p></li><li><p>What about worker's compensation insurance?</p></li><li><p>Are you a member of the NADCA?</p></li><li><p>Have you worked on my model of HVAC system before?</p></li><li><p>What is included in your contracted amount?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide local references?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How often should you clean your dryer?

• <div><p>Depending on how much you use it, your dryer should be disinfected about every six to 12 months, especially if you see frequent buildup of lint or evidence of stains from fabric bleeding or ink. </p><p>Other signs you should sanitize your dryer more often are overheating, improper drying, excessive humidity, or if you notice a strange odor when it’s running.</p><p></p></div>

How do I know if my dryer is overheating?

• <div><p>You will know if your dryer is overheating by placing your hand on top to feel its temperature. If it’s hot to the touch, that’s a clear sign the dryer is overheated. Other signs include your laundry coming out hotter than usual, a burnt smell when it’s running, or burn marks on your laundry. </p></div>

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Q: What signs indicate that a dryer vent needs cleaning?

• <div><p>Signs include longer drying cycles, a burning smell, excess lint behind the dryer, and the vent hood not opening properly.</p></div>

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Dryer Vent Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Taking good care of your dryer will help ensure its longevity and keep your clothes nice and dry. Some dryer maintenance tips include:

Clearing the lint screen after every use
Deep cleaning the lint screen with detergent every three months
Don’t overload your dryer
Cleaning the dryer vent at least once a year
Cleaning the dryer drum twice a year with a microfiber cloth and rubbing alcohol

If you just moved into a new house or found significant mold, dust, or pest remnants in your vents, or you see condensation on your air vents, you can easily find a highly trained pro to do the job correctly by asking a few key questions:

Do you have proof of liability insurance?
What about worker's compensation insurance?
Are you a member of the NADCA?
Have you worked on my model of HVAC system before?
What is included in your contracted amount?
Can you provide local references?

Depending on how much you use it, your dryer should be disinfected about every six to 12 months, especially if you see frequent buildup of lint or evidence of stains from fabric bleeding or ink.

Other signs you should sanitize your dryer more often are overheating, improper drying, excessive humidity, or if you notice a strange odor when it’s running.

Signs include longer drying cycles, a burning smell, excess lint behind the dryer, and the vent hood not opening properly.

You will know if your dryer is overheating by placing your hand on top to feel its temperature. If it’s hot to the touch, that’s a clear sign the dryer is overheated. Other signs include your laundry coming out hotter than usual, a burnt smell when it’s running, or burn marks on your laundry.

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