Routine
A yearly cleaning keeps the run clear for a typical household and catches damage before it becomes a problem.
Sooner if: Drying times creeping up, or lint showing at the outside vent.
Book a dryer vent cleaningCHECK YOUR VENT
How to Check Your Dryer Vent
Start behind the dryer. The flexible hose on the back of the machine runs to a connection in the wall, and from there the vent runs to a termination outside, through a wall, a soffit or the roof. Follow that path and most problems show themselves.
Look for a hose that is crushed behind the dryer, a joint that has pulled apart, or lint around the connection. Then go outside with the dryer running and feel for airflow at the termination.
- Trace the hose from the dryer to the wall
- Look for kinks, crushing and loose joints
- Find where the vent exits outside
- Feel for airflow with the dryer running
- Check the flap opens freely
- Look for lint around the termination
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WHAT YOU CAN DO
What You Can Safely Clean Yourself
Clean the lint screen after every load. Every few months, unplug the dryer, pull it out, disconnect the hose and vacuum the lint from the hose, the wall connection and the floor behind the machine. Reconnect the hose without crushing it.
Leave the run inside the wall or attic and the roof termination to a professional. Pushing a brush in from the dryer end can pack lint tighter at the far end rather than clearing it.
EVERY LOADClean the lint screen
YEARLYProfessional vent cleaning
24 MONTHSLongest we would leave it
HOW OFTEN
When Should You Book a Dryer Vent Cleaning Service?
Once a year suits most homes, and no vent should go longer than 24 months. Book sooner if you notice any of the warning signs, and straight away if you smell burning.
Warning signs
Longer drying times, a hot laundry room or weak airflow outside all point to a restricted vent that needs cleaning now.
Sooner if: Clothes still damp after a full cycle, or the dryer hot to the touch.
Book a dryer vent cleaningBurning smell
A burning smell during a cycle means the dryer should not be used until the vent has been checked and cleared.
Sooner if: Any smell of scorching, or lint visibly smoldering near the dryer.
Book a dryer vent cleaningOUR SERVICE
What Happens When You Book a Dryer Vent Cleaning
We clean the full exhaust path, not just the part you can see. The termination is cleared, the run is worked with brushes and air tools toward the outside, and the hose and wall connection behind the dryer are vacuumed and refitted.
If we find damage, such as a crushed hose, a pulled-apart joint or a screen over the termination, we explain it and give you the price to fix it before doing anything else.
How the service visit works
1. Talk it through
When you call, we ask where the laundry room is and where the vent exits, so we arrive with the right equipment.
2. Check the full path
The technician follows the vent from the dryer to the termination and notes anything damaged.
3. Clear the termination
Lint packed at the outside vent is removed first so the run can empty.
4. Clean the run
The duct is worked with brushes and air tools so the lint leaves through the termination.
5. Refit the hose
The transition hose is vacuumed and reconnected, and we tell you if it should be replaced.
6. Show you the result
We check the airflow outside with the dryer running and review what we found.
A COMMON FIND
Screens over dryer vents trap lint
Some vent covers are sold with a screen to keep out birds and pests, but a screen catches lint just as well and can close the vent within months. The Florida Building Code does not allow screens on dryer exhaust terminations. If we find one, we explain the options for a compliant cover.
- Screens clog quickly with lint
- Not allowed on dryer exhaust terminations
- Replacement covers explained and priced before fitting
Before you book, and on the day
1
Tell us the layout
One story or two, the laundry room location and where the vent exits are the three things we need for a phone estimate.
2
Clear the space
Moving laundry baskets and anything stacked on the dryer before we arrive makes the visit quicker.
3
Keep pets inside
Doors are opened to reach the termination, so it helps if pets are settled in another room.
4
No need to watch
Someone needs to let us in and be there at the end, but you do not need to follow the technician around.
5
Damage explained
If a hose, joint or termination needs replacing, we show you and give you the price first.
6
Ready to use
The dryer is reconnected, the airflow is checked and the laundry area is left clean.
Before and after a dryer vent cleaning
We photograph vents when applicable, so you can see the lint that was cleared and the condition of the termination afterwards.
Signs the Vent Needs Cleaning Now
Clothes need two or three cycles, or do not dry at all
The dryer or clothes are hot to the touch after a cycle
A burning smell while the dryer runs — stop using it
Little or no air at the outside vent with the dryer on
Lint visible around the termination or behind the dryer
The laundry room is noticeably warm or humid
The hose behind the dryer is crushed or kinked
The vent has never been professionally cleaned
WHAT IT COSTS
How much does a dryer vent cleaning service cost?
A standard dryer vent cleaning service costs $89 in a single-story home. Where the home is two stories or the vent is reached from the roof, it is $149.
That covers the full exhaust run, the transition hose connection and the termination, and an airflow check at the end.
If the vent needs a new hose, a joint reconnected or a non-compliant termination replaced, that is dryer vent repair and is priced separately after we have seen it.
Know the Price First
Standard dryer vent cleaning has a published price. Anything more is explained and priced before it is done.
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CONDOS AND TOWNHOMES
Dryer vents in condos, townhomes and apartments
Attached homes usually vent up through the ceiling and across the attic, or through a shared wall, and those runs are longer and harder to check yourself. We clean vents that serve an individual unit and can work with property managers on whole buildings.
Homes and properties we serve
Single-family homesTownhomes and villasCondosApartment buildingsRental propertiesRetirement communitiesHOA-managed communities
Dryer vent cleaning service prices
Residential prices for a standard cleaning. Repairs are priced after we see what is needed.
RESIDENTIAL AIR DUCT CLEANING
$35
/Per Vent
- $35 per vent
- Minimum $350
DRYER VENT CLEANING
$89
...
- Single story homes $89.00
- Two story homes $149.00
CHIMNEY CLEANING
$189
...
- Chimney Cleaning $189
Any repair is explained and priced before it is performed.
WHAT YOUR NEIGHBOURS ARE SAYING
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Naitsa Dejesus★★★★★
Amazing company all around from the moment I contacted them until the work was done. JJ did a great job and communicated very effectively. His customer service was also amazing. Thank you guys I was impressed at all the stuff that came out from that duct cleaning.
2 weeks ago
Merily★★★★★
We had our dryer vent cleaned by CAD Clean Air Duct Cleaning, and I’m honestly so glad we did. It hadn’t been cleaned in years, definitely not since we moved in a couple of years ago, so it was long overdue. The tech JJ showed up right on time, got to work quickly, and was super respectful of the space. He didn’t waste any time but still made sure to explain what he was doing and why it mattered. You could tell he knew his stuff. The dryer’s working noticeably better now! Clothes dry faster and the airflow is clearly improved. He also gave us a quote for whole-house duct cleaning while he was here, and based on how smooth and efficient this visit was, we’re already planning to book them again. Definitely recommend CAD Clean Air Duct Cleaning if you’re looking for honest, professional service that gets results at an affordable price. Can’t beat that!
a year ago
Joshua Walther★★★★★
We used Mold & Duct Cleaning Experts for mold testing before moving in. My husband had so many questions, David ended up staying way later than he probably should've of. It was much appreciated though because we ended up renting somewhere else. I feel like we dodged a bullet. Thanks David.
8 months ago
Michelle Walsh★★★★★
We've been using Clean Air Duct Cleaning for several years now and they continue to provide outstanding service every time. It's rare to find a company that consistently delivers such professionalism, reliability, and excellent customer care. A special thank you to Amy, who always makes scheduling easy and stress-free. She is friendly, organized, responsive and such a pleasure to work with. Her communication and attention to detail help make the entire process seamless from start to finish. We'd also like to recognize JJ, who performed our most recent service. He was punctual, friendly, professional and took the time to explain the work being performed. He answered any questions we had and it's clear he takes pride in doing the job right and ensuring customer satisfaction. Though we didn't personally communicate with Zarek, who was training under and assisting JJ, it was great to see the teamwork between them and both represented the company exceptionally well. The quality of the work, level of professionalism, and excellent customer service are why we continue to trust Clean Air Duct Cleaning year after year. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dependable company that truly values its customers. Thank you, Amy, JJ and Zarek for another great experience!
3 months ago
Charles★★★★★
Updated, they are working to make it right. If a company is willing to stand behind their work they are ok in my book. I paid 450$ to this company to clean my air ducts expecting them to actually clean them. I have had some asthma issues and looked in our air ducts again and look what I found. They later called me to explain why it was there I am notadvocating for the lack of information initially however if they make it right I’m good.
a month ago
Danielle Huggins★★★★★
The guys were so kind and thorough. They walked me through every step, showed me everything they were doing and explained everything thoroughly so I knew what was being done and why. The outcome was amazing, they took before and after pictures and videos and they did an amazing job. Thank you again and highly recommend, their price was unbeatable.
2 months ago
Karen Mahoney★★★★★
the techs were so friendly from the get go! were very informative about what they were doing and what they were finding. vacuumed all our floors before they left! we felt like we were getting a housecleaning as well! would definitely recommend and use again!
9 months ago
MARIA SAN MARTIN★★★★★
I make an appointment to have my air duct cleaned today. J.J and Roy came and inspected my air ducts and explained and showed me that my air ducts where clean and that all the black that I seeing is due to sooot from the candle burning and that I didn't need that service. I was really shook and impressed for their honesty. Most of the companies are only looking for the money and for charging you, even if you don't need it. They were nice, professionals and gave me some advise for future care of my air conditioning unit. I will definitely will be recommending this company to my friends. It is one in a million you can found a company that is honest and give you good service. Thanks guys!!!
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HOMEOWNER GUIDE
Checking and Caring for Your Dryer Vent
A clear dryer vent dries clothes faster, keeps the laundry room cooler and takes strain off the dryer. Most of what keeps it that way is simple: a clean lint screen, a hose that is not crushed and a yearly professional cleaning of the run.
Where Does My Dryer Vent Go?
In most single-family homes the vent runs straight through an exterior wall, so you can trace it inside and find the termination outside.
In townhomes, condos and homes with an interior laundry room it usually runs up through the ceiling and across the attic to a roof cap or soffit, which is much harder to check.
What Can I Clean Myself?
Unplug the dryer, disconnect the hose and vacuum the lint from the hose, the wall connection and the floor. Reconnect the hose without kinking it.
Do not push a brush into the run from the dryer end. It tends to compact lint at the termination, which is exactly where it causes the most trouble.
What Kind of Hose Should Be Behind the Dryer?
The connector behind the dryer should be a proper dryer transition duct, kept as short as possible and not crushed against the wall.
Thin plastic or foil hoses crush easily and trap lint in their ridges. If yours is damaged, we can replace it and will give you the price first.
Why Is There Water in My Dryer Vent?
A restricted vent holds the damp air the dryer is trying to push outside, and it condenses in the duct. Water and wet lint around the connection are a sign the run is blocked or sagging.
Wet lint packs harder than dry lint, so a vent with moisture in it usually needs cleaning soon.
Does a Clean Vent Save Money?
A dryer that can push its air out freely finishes loads in fewer cycles, which means less running time and less wear on the heating element and the drum.
The bigger reason is safety: lint is highly flammable, and a restricted vent makes the dryer run hotter than it was designed to.
Your ten-minute vent check
Do this once a season. If anything on the list fails, book a cleaning.
Lint screen clean and undamagedHose not crushed or kinkedJoints connected at the wallStrong, warm airflow outsideTermination flap opens freely
Dryer vent cleaning service near you
Our dryer vent cleaning service covers homes, condos and rental properties across Hernando, Pasco, Citrus, Sumter, Marion and Hillsborough counties. If your checks turn up damage rather than lint, see dryer vent repair.
