How do I clean my dryer vent?

• <div><p>You can clean a dryer vent yourself by unplugging the dryer from your wall outlet, removing your vent pipe from your dryer, removing debris from the pipe and dryer area, and looking at the exterior vent exit for any debris or blockages. </p><p>If you're unfamiliar with how vents work, call in a pro for an annual vent cleaning and inspection and for help with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-dryer-vent.htm">how to clean a dryer vent</a>.</p></div>

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Q: Is it better to clean or replace my dryer vent?

• <div><p>While maintaining a clean dryer vent is crucial for your household&rsquo;s safety, a professional dryer vent cleaning service will do the trick, and replacing the vent isn&rsquo;t usually necessary. Provided you don&rsquo;t see any kinks in your vent or damage to the exterior, a cleaning will maintain your home&rsquo;s safety and will cost you less than a full replacement. You&rsquo;ll spend an average of <b>$150</b> on dryer vent cleaning, while a replacement will cost about <b>$225</b>, and both will yield more or less the same result.</p></div>

Q: How long can a dryer vent be?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-dryer-vent-cleaning-cost.htm">dryer vent cleaning cost</a> is less with a shorter vent length as well. </p></div>

Q: Can I clean a dryer vent myself?

• <div><p>Yes, basic cleaning can be done with vacuum attachments and vent brushes, but hard-to-reach areas are best left to professionals for thoroughness.</p></div>

Q: What maintenance helps keep dryer vents clear?

• <div><p>Regularly check and clean the lint screen, inspect vent connections, and ensure proper airflow to maintain clear vents and reduce blockages or buildup.</p></div>

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Last update on December 01, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
John was was very friendly, polite and professional. He arrived early (he did message first). He explained everything clearly as he was working. He stopped at one point and showed me how the vents were (pretty bad). He explained what could be further done to prevent mold growth and gave me the...
Air Duct King
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Reviewed in January 2024
Thanks to Stay Dry, my home is now mold-free, and I couldn't be more satisfied.
Stay Dry Waterproofing, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
We feel that the cleaning aspect of this professional was top notch. There were informational issues that were not as top drawer. When I spoke with Carl to initiate service we discussed that our home had no basement at all. We have a crawl space. We talked at length about crawl spaces. When the...
Air Duct Cleaning & Radon Company
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Reviewed in June 2019
Lucas was very responsive and his team was very thorough, cleaning blinds and doing baseboards and other things our previous cleaning service excluded from their service even though their cost was exactly the same as we were paying before. Lucas is very flexible and will do whatever you need....
Brand New Cleaning Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2016
They arrived on time. Protected all the walls and cabinets before applying the product. After they were done, they removed all of the plastic and paper protectors and instructed me on the dry time and care of the counters. They cleaned up and left everything as it was when they arrived. Looks...
Ohio Resurfacing LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
Did a great job cleaning out the furnace lines. They left with their clothes covered in dust, so they did some removal in the system for sure. Happy with the customer service and I had them do the dryer vent for an extra $35. Good company and service. House feels cleaner and I feel like my...
American Air Purification
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Reviewed in April 2007
Excellent - they were very accommodating to our construction schedule. They were efficient, did an excellent job, were courteous, and cleaned up after themselves.
Rain One Irrigation & Drainage Systems
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Reviewed in September 2006
They were prompt and the price was reasonable and they cleaned up themselves.
Benchmark Roofing & Restoration
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Reviewed in October 2005
DID A VERY GOOD JOB. EVERYTHING IS WORKING PERFECT. WORKED WELL AT KEEPING THE AREA AS CLEAN AS POSSIBLE. WELL PLEASED.
The Basement Guys
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