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Q: How often should you clean your dryer vent?

• <div><p>At a minimum, you should clean your dryer vent at least once a year. You may need <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-i-really-need-dryer-vent-cleaning.htm">to clean the dryer vent more often</a>, such as every six months, if your dryer sees frequent or daily use. If you have young children or pets, you may need to clean the vent quarterly. </p><p>There are a few signs that tell you it's time to clean your vent. If your clothes are very hot when they come out of the dryer or it's taking longer than usual for clothes to dry, the vents need cleaning.</p></div>

Q: How do I get rid of the smell in my dryer?

• <div><p>If you're dealing with an odor in your dryer that transfers onto your clothes and linens, here's what you can do: start by cleaning the lint trap and drum with warm soapy water. Then wipe down the interior using a mixture of equal parts water and white vinegar to eliminate any lingering odors.</p><p>To get rid of odors you can try this method: take a cloth soaked in vinegar and put it inside the dryer. Run the dryer on a heat setting for 15 minutes. Afterward, make sure to dry the drum by running it with some towels. This technique helps eliminate any smells and leaves your dryer smelling nice and fresh.</p><p>If the odors remain, you may need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-sanitize-dryer.htm">sanitize your dryer</a> or call in a professional house cleaner to handle the job.</p></div>

Q: How often should a dryer vent be cleaned?

• <div><p>Dryer vents need thorough cleanings one or two times a year, depending on family size and how often you run the machine. Failing to do so can put your home at an increased risk of fire. You should also schedule special cleanings if you notice that your dryer is taking longer to dry than normal, if you see lint building up on the outside flapper or in the vent itself, if you notice your dryer vent leaking water, or if your clothes have an odd odor on them after going through a drying cycle. </p></div>

Q: How do I maintain my washer and dryer?

• <div><p>Clean lint traps, check hoses for wear, and avoid overloading to extend their lifespan.</p></div>

Q: How do I improve indoor air quality?

• <div><p>Use air purifiers, clean regularly, and ensure proper ventilation to reduce pollutants.</p></div>

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Last update on November 03, 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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