"I had Hydro Clean out to clean my basement carpet. Dave and Javon arrived on time . They both put booties on to cover their shoes before coming in my home. Dave measured everything out and gave the price before starting the job. They did an amazing job on my carpet. They use something called the butler system. WOW OH WOW my carpets look almost new again and smell clean. I have 3 dogs so I was very happy with the end results. Valerie in scheduling was very professional and set my service up asap. Dave and Javon did a FANTASTIC job on carpets. I will definitely use Hydro Clean again."
"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!"
"Elite Home Services/Safe House Services did a great job with cleaning my vents and dryer. They were very professional and provided much needed education about my vents and what was needed."
"I have used Mackâ s services for power washing and dryer vent cleaning. Mack is meticulous with his work, professional, courteous and has a cheery disposition. His prices are very fair, and heâ s easy to contact to set up appointments for work that needs to be done. I would highly recommend Mack!"
We pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best\nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look\nforward to earning your business!\n
"The job include chimney inspection, repair and cleaning. Al was very professional. He was thorogh with explaining each step of repairs, very courteous, excellent job with clean up. I highly recommend Chimney and Duct Experts and esoecially AL."
"Original symptoms: furnace burners wouldn't fire, fan kept running continuously. Technician banged on the high limit switch with a wrench and problem went away (< 15 minute job). Then he took some temperature readings of the supply and return air and said that the switch was probably worn out from doing what it was designed to do (cut off when the furnace is running too hot). He suspected that either the blower was gunked with dirt or worse case the coil. I agreed to let him pull the blower, clean it, and reinstall (> 1 hour job). Blower didn't look very dirty to me but I suppose the extra $100 for him to clean it helped; time will tell."
"The Luise"s team did very good job for ducts and vents cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, HVAC inspection , exhaust pipe cleaning. I will hire them for gutter cleaning and I definitely recommend them for these services."
"Marvin was knowledgeable and thorough in explaining everything that he was going to do for us for dryer vent cleaning. We would recommend him to others."
Dryer Vent Cleaning questions, answered by experts
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.
There are a few things you can look out for that indicate it’s time to clean your dryer vent, including the following:
It has been a year or more since the last professional cleaning.
Your clothes are taking longer to dry than usual.
Your clothes smell musty or burnt when they come out of the dryer.
You see lint building up around the outside dryer vent cap.
Your laundry room is unusually hot.
Your dryer is unusually hot to the touch during operation.
You notice a kink in or damage to the vent.
Yes, dryer vent cleaning is absolutely worth the money. The service is relatively inexpensive and quick, and the value and peace of mind you get for the investment make it worthwhile. A clogged dryer vent is a significant fire risk, so the average $140 you might pay to have your dryer vent cleaned once a year could save you thousands of dollars in home repairs if the clog causes a fire. Additionally, some homeowner’s insurance companies will charge you a lower premium if you provide receipts of annual dryer vent cleanings by a professional.
Using less toilet paper is the easiest way to prevent future clogs. Also, avoid flushing sanitary products, thick paper towels, or hair down the toilet. If you’ve been using a brick in the tank to reduce the water used to flush the toilet, take it out immediately. Bricks will eventually fall apart and clog your toilet drain. Keeping your toilet lid closed also helps avoid future clogs.
As a general rule, you should have your dryer vent professionally cleaned at least once a year to remove lint and debris buildup, which can cause fires and increase energy costs. However, the frequency may need to be adjusted based on usage. If you have a large household, use the dryer frequently, have pets, or have an older vent system, it is better to clean the vent more often, such as every six months or even quarterly. You should also schedule a cleaning immediately if you notice signs of a blockage, such as clothes taking longer to dry, the dryer feeling hot to the touch, or an odd odor. Routine vacuuming is not a substitute for a thorough, professional cleaning.
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