Why You Should and How You Should Clean Your Dryer Vents
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- 25 Nov, 2019
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Signals of Lint Buildup
When it comes to lint buildup there are a couple of things you want to look for;
Clothes are not drying fully or are taking longer to dry than usual.
Your clothes feel hotter than usual at the end of your dryer cycle.
The outside of the dryer is overheating or feels hot to the touch.
Low exhaust velocity, which is indicated by your outside exhaust flap not opening fully.
Noticeable difference in humidity in the laundry area.
A burnt smell is permeating from your dryer.
All of these listed above are signs that it could be time to clean out your dryer vents. Make sure to keep an eye out for these signs to avoid fires and lower efficiency of your dryer system.

Tools For The Job
First you will need a vacuum with a long hose extension. Second you will need a dryer vent brush kit, which should be available at your hardware store. Third you will need a Phillips head and, or flat head screwdriver. Lastly you will need UL- listed foil tape.

Safety Considerations
First before you ever work on anything be sure that the power to your device is off. In this case it’s a dryer. Make sure to wear gloves and the proper safety equipment as well. Here at A-PLus Comfort LLC your safety is our number one concern. After you’ve acquired all the correct equipment and completed the steps above, you are ready to start cleaning!
Remove the Dryer Lint Trap
Carefully remove the trap in your dryer that catches all the excess lint from your clothes. Using a vacuum get all the excess lint caught in the screen of the trap. Make sure to clean thoroughly. Once completed there shouldn’t much lint at all left. Cleaning this regularly with help prevent lint buildup in your vents.

Vacuum the Lint Trap Housing

Dryer Ductwork
The next step to this cleaning process is disconnecting your ductwork from your dryer system.
First make sure your dryer is unplugged and the breaker to it has been flipped to off so no power is going to your dryer. If it is a gas powered dryer make sure that the gas valve is shut completely off. Disconnect the duct joint closest to the dryer. Next pull your dryer away from the wall and ductwork. Be careful not to rip or puncture your duct system. Also make sure it has been completely disconnected from the dryer before you attempt to pull the dryer out. Next pull out any excess ductwork, and carefully remove any old take from the duct system. Using the manufacturer's instructions carefully assemble your duct brush kit. Insert the duct and rotate it in circular motion. Make sure to pull out the brush assembly regularly and clean it. Repeat this process until there is no more more visible lint. You will clean the remainder of the duct system using these same techniques. After that is complete check the outdoor dryer vent and clean that until it’s free of debris.

Reattach Your Ductwork
Closing Statements


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A-Plus Comfort LLC, is a veteran owned and operated HVAC business. Collectively our technicians and staff have over 20 years of experience, and understand that you the consumer deserve the best quality service provided. Here at A-Plus Comfort LLC, our mission statement is ensuring customer satisfaction and comfort.