"Matt, with DVW checked in and showed up at the designated appointment time. He took his time to assess the vent access points and even took apart some of the piping in the basement to ensure the full length of the vent was cleaned. He had a little problem with his shop vac so you guys should buy him a new one, but no worries, everything was cleaned up and put back together perfectly. No more errors showing up on our dryer alerts so we feel the job was done spot on and we appreciate the extra coupon the tacked on to their already low prices after we compared them to other vent cleaning services for our area."
"My carpet looks much better than it did before, however I do have a couple of complaints. First let me start with the positives. They arrived right on time. I was given a window of 1-4 and they came at 1. The two technicians were so nice and so professional in their behavior and their communication. They put on shoe covers before they went upstairs (where the carpet is), and they made sure to take them off every time they went outside, and put them back on every time they came back in. I really appreciate that. The lead technician measured and gave me an estimate. There is one price per square foot for the room, and another price for the edges of the carpet. The price for the edges is triple the price for the rest of the room. They worked quickly and diligently. They moved all of the furniture around, even the heavy stuff, and cleaned behind everything. They left the furniture on hard foam risers to lift it off of the carpet. I don’t know how I’m supposed to lift the heavy dresser and bed to get the risers out but I will figure it out. When they were done the lead technician asked me if I wanted to check out their work but the carpet was still wet so I just took a glance up the steps and said it looks good so I’ll trust that the rest looks good too. When I finally went upstairs the rest of the carpet did in fact look good. Once it dried I noticed that there was a small stain that they didn’t get out but I can spot clean that. Also, there were a few little clumps left behind along the edges of the carpet and the stairs where the technician hand-scrubbed it but I guess all of the dirt he worked up didn’t get sucked up by the machine. My biggest problems are not with the carpet. So first of all, there was a disgusting clump of hair and dirt ON MY BED. It certainly wasn’t there before and I don’t know where it came from but I really just wish it wasn’t on my bed of all places. Also, there were little blue towels left on the bed that do not belong to me. I just don’t know why all this stuff was on my bed. There are multiple dressers and nightstands in the room. Why would they place their towels on the bed?? The carpets were clean but then I felt that my comforter was dirty and I had to wash it. Furthermore, there was something in one of my drawers that was out of the drawer when they finished. I am assuming that it fell out somehow when they were moving the furniture and they just left it out instead of putting it back, leaving me to wonder about it. Perhaps I could have asked the technician about all of that if I did a walk through with him, but I didn’t so I will take responsibility for that. Just a warning, do a walk through to make sure EVERYTHING looks kosher. However, some of these things I would not have seen until the carpet dried. A couple more things. The chemical smell was overwhelming and it made me sick. It turned my stomach and not in a figurative way. However, it is my fault for not opening the windows prior to the cleaning. After opening the windows and letting the house air out for 24 hours it was fine. This was the first time I got my carpets cleaned so I know for next time. Also after it dried, the rug felt kinda greasy, like there was still soap in it and it could use one more rinse. I suspect that may be normal though? Anyway the sticky, greasy soap feeling underfoot is getting better with time."
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"Excellent service! Avraham and Angel were professional, thorough, and courteous. They cleaned our dryer vent, air ducts, and heater, and also installed a UV light. They took before-and-after photos so we could clearly see the results, which was greatly appreciated. They did an excellent job and left everything clean when they finished. Highly recommend!"
"Damien did an outstanding job cleaning the air ducts, furnace, and dryer vent in our home. He was prompt, professional, and fairly priced. I appreciated him explaining the process as well. We will definitely use Macks Home Services again!"
"Vaccumed ducts at each return and delivery vent. Only one very high return was missed. Santizer fog placed in returns and thru the house. Dryer vent cleaned from outside. Before photos shown for a few vents but no after photos provided."
"Our electric clothes dryer blew a thermal fuse because it got too hot. Fixed that but suspected a dryer duct blockage caused the high temperature. Found Chimney Masters through Angi. Requested quote. Good communication and scheduling process. Not cheap but reasonable price for the work done clearing out a 28 ft dryer vent that exists above the second story. Reasonable enough to do on their recommended every other year schedule. The cleaning made a mess outside but they cleaned everything up. They even reattached the dryer with a new flex duct. Would hire again."
"I liked the fact that they did the vent cleaning from the outside so I didn't have to worry about making space in the laundry room so they could get to the dryer. My only complaint is that it took them a while to get to me, even though I said I needed it done quickly. I had to call twice to get the job moved up, but I am happy with the work."
"Marvin and his team did an excellent job! He arrived within the timeframe I was given and quickly cleaned my dryer vent. He also took the time to go over recommendations that I can use in the future. Once the service was completed, he showed me what had been done and explained how everything was working. I truly appreciated the professionalism, efficiency, and great customer service. I definitely plan to be a repeat customer and will have this service done every two years. I highly recommend Marvin and his team from KCR Indoor Air Quality."
Dryer Vent Cleaning questions, answered by experts
A burnt rubber smell coming from your clothes after they’ve been in the dryer can be the result of too much lint in the lint trap. This prevents air from circulating properly, and the lint may even come into contact with the heating element. It could also be the result of bigger issues like a faulty thermostat or worn-out dryer belt. A burnt rubber smell can even come from elastic waistbands or rubber decals in your clothes. To remedy this, dry clothes on a lower heat setting or allow them to air dry instead.
A dryer vent inspection is simply the process of checking the vent for the possibility of damage or clogs. You can do it yourself or hire a pro. Pull the dryer away from the wall and inspect the portion of the vent that’s behind the appliance for lint buildup or kinks. Check the connection of the vent to the wall for loose parts or lint that’s escaping the vent. Check the exterior exhaust vent for signs of damage or lint blockage. A pro can check the length of the vent inside the wall for you.
In a ventless dryer, lint it collected in a lint filter found inside the door or dryer drum. Vented dryers have this same lint filter, but in a ventless dryer you’ll need to stay on top of cleaning the lint filter after every wash. This is a common best practice, regardless of your dryer vent type.
Your dryer vent hose should be as straight as you can possibly get it. A straight vent means less lint buildup in the hose. If the hose has a lot of bends and turns, it’s much easier and much more likely for lint to get stuck along the line, meaning you’ll have to clean it out a lot more often to decrease the risk of a total blockage or a fire.
The length of an allowable dryer vent varies based on the local building codes and regulations. Typically, the maximum range is 25 to 35 feet. However, if the vent must have any 90-degree turns, you may see a reduction of five feet from the maximum. Some municipalities may have no specific maximum allowable length as part of the code. Typically, installers will run the vent over the shortest possible distance for safety. The dryer vent cleaning cost is less with a shorter vent length as well.
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