How do I know if I need my dryer vent cleaned?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can look out for that indicate it’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/10-signs-you-need-dryer-vent-cleaning.htm">time to clean your dryer vent</a>, including the following:</p><ul><li><p>It has been a year or more since the last professional cleaning.</p></li><li><p>Your clothes are taking longer to dry than usual.</p></li><li><p>Your clothes smell musty or burnt when they come out of the dryer.</p></li><li><p>You see lint building up around the outside dryer vent cap.</p></li><li><p>Your laundry room is unusually hot.</p></li><li><p>Your dryer is unusually hot to the touch during operation.</p></li><li><p>You notice a kink in or damage to the vent.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What happens if you don’t open the flue?

• <div><p>Failing to open your flue can lead to serious health hazards if you start a fire because the smoke will back up into your home. Breathing fire smoke, even in relatively small quantities, is bad for human lungs, and smoke can also irritate your nasal passages and eyes. Furthermore, smoke can cause damage to your interior fixtures and furnishings, at the very least leaving an unpleasant smoky smell for a long time. In short: If your flue isn&rsquo;t open (or you&rsquo;re not sure if it is or not), don&rsquo;t start a fire to find out!</p></div>

Q: Why is my dryer wet on the inside?

• <div><p>If your dryer is wet inside, it could be due to a poorly designed ventilation system. This happens more frequently during the hotter months as heat is trapped inside the vent duct. Broken or failing seams and seals on the vent pipe can also allow warm air to enter. If changing the ventilation is not an option, consider insulating your vent pipes to reduce moisture capturing.</p></div>

Q: Where do dryers get air?

• <div><p>Dryers pull in air from a circular opening in the back of the dryer. The dryer's heating element heats the air, and a blower fan circulates the hot air through the drum. The hot air travels outside the dryer through a vent or is cooled by a heat exchanger that condenses the steam into water and sends it down a drainpipe or to a containment compartment.</p></div>

Q: Why is my dryer lint trap always full?

• <div><p>The main factor to a full lint trap is what you are drying. Clothing or textiles made of heavy natural materials, like wool sweaters or cotton towels, generally create more lint than synthetic fibers. If you wash the same type of clothes all the time and suddenly start to notice more lint, that may be a sign that your dryer vent is getting clogged and you need to call in a pro for a professional cleaning. </p></div>

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Arrived unexpectedly as a followup of work done last year, pointed out cracking tiles and inappropriate gutter size. Did the work the same afternoon and cleaned up after the work was finished
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First, the guys that came over to our place were professional and courteous. Dean was the main salesman. The first thing they did was to ask me what I wanted to change in my home in regards to comfort. I appreciated that as they actually cared about the things that I saw as problematic. They...
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Willie an his crew did a great job on my roof. The finished the job in a timely manner and cleaned up the mess after they were done!!
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I have always used Troy/JS Tree Service and have always been satisfied. They do a great job and alway do a fantastic job of cleaning up. I highly recommend them.
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They did a great job, so did the subcontractors, I use them to clean all of my carpets as well.
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Swick's Duct Cleaning

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Welcome to Swick's Duct Cleaning. We are a full service duct cleaning company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We service both residential and commercial properties. Serving Siouxland and its surrounding areas, we are insured, be sure to give us a call today for a free estimate.

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Ductz of Siouxland

Ductz of Siouxland

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Meet DUCTZ of Siouxland – Your Local Experts in Indoor Air Quality We’re a family-owned business serving the greater Siouxland area. As lifelong locals, my wife Taylor and I (Justin) are raising our two children right here in the community we love. We launched DUCTZ of Siouxland to raise awareness about indoor air quality and help families and businesses breathe easier. Since 2002, DUCTZ has led the way in air duct cleaning, HVAC restoration, and dryer vent cleaning. We serve both residential and commercial clients with a focus on quality, safety, and customer care. Our technicians follow strict NADCA, ACCA, and EPA standards using advanced tools and methods. Our Services Include: ✔️ Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning ✔️ Mold Remediation & Antimicrobial Treatments ✔️ Odor Fogging ✔️ Bathroom Exhaust & Chimney Cleaning ✔️ AC & Furnace Cleaning We’d love to help you breathe cleaner air—at home or at work!

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Dryer Vent Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Failing to open your flue can lead to serious health hazards if you start a fire because the smoke will back up into your home. Breathing fire smoke, even in relatively small quantities, is bad for human lungs, and smoke can also irritate your nasal passages and eyes. Furthermore, smoke can cause damage to your interior fixtures and furnishings, at the very least leaving an unpleasant smoky smell for a long time. In short: If your flue isn’t open (or you’re not sure if it is or not), don’t start a fire to find out!

If your dryer is wet inside, it could be due to a poorly designed ventilation system. This happens more frequently during the hotter months as heat is trapped inside the vent duct. Broken or failing seams and seals on the vent pipe can also allow warm air to enter. If changing the ventilation is not an option, consider insulating your vent pipes to reduce moisture capturing.

Dryers pull in air from a circular opening in the back of the dryer. The dryer's heating element heats the air, and a blower fan circulates the hot air through the drum. The hot air travels outside the dryer through a vent or is cooled by a heat exchanger that condenses the steam into water and sends it down a drainpipe or to a containment compartment.

The main factor to a full lint trap is what you are drying. Clothing or textiles made of heavy natural materials, like wool sweaters or cotton towels, generally create more lint than synthetic fibers. If you wash the same type of clothes all the time and suddenly start to notice more lint, that may be a sign that your dryer vent is getting clogged and you need to call in a pro for a professional cleaning.

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.

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The South Sioux City, NE homeowners’ guide to dryer vent cleaning services

How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost? [2025 Data]

How to Clean a Dryer Vent and Remove Hazardous Lint Buildup

Who Installs Dryer Vents? Here’s Who to Call

How to Clean a Dryer Lint Trap or Filter

5 Questions to Ask About Dryer Vent Cleaning

14 Dryer Venting Options to Consider

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The South Sioux City, NE homeowners’ guide to dryer vent cleaning services

How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost? [2025 Data]

How to Clean a Dryer Vent and Remove Hazardous Lint Buildup

Who Installs Dryer Vents? Here’s Who to Call

How to Clean a Dryer Lint Trap or Filter

5 Questions to Ask About Dryer Vent Cleaning

14 Dryer Venting Options to Consider

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