My dryer's vent is blocked and I need to clean it out to repair it. What is a good way to clean it out?
form_title= Frigidaire Dryer Repair form_header= Repair your dryer with help from an expert. How old is the dryer?*= _ [50] Do you still have a warranty on the dryer? *= () Yes () No How often do you clean the vent?*= _ [50]
You'd be surprised how much lint can come out of a dryer vent. The easiest and safest way to clean your dryer vent is to call a professional cleaner to take care of it for you. They have the tools at their disposal and the experience with a variety of vent layouts to safely and quickly clean the vent duct.
There are a couple ways to vent a dryer, my personal favorite is the dryer vent vacuum. They also have dryer vent hoods, and kits available for installation that will increase the effectiveness of your dryer.
form_title=Dryer Vent Cleaning form_header=Prevent a fire in your home by getting your dryer vent cleaned. Get the touch of an expert! Is your dryer vent completely clogged?= () Yes () No () Unsure What type of dryer vent do you have in your home?=_ How long has it been since the vent was last cleaned?=_ Have you noticed an increase in your electric bill or inadequate drying?= () Yes () No () Unsure
A handyman, it is not a techincally complicated job.
form_title=Keep Your Dryer Vent Clean form_header=Have your dryer vent regularly cleaned to avoid buildup. What type of dryer do you have?=_ When was the last time you had your dryer vent cleaned?=_ How old is your dryer?= {(),1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,More} How many times a week do you use the dryer?= {(),1 to 5,6 to 10,11 to 15,16 to 20,21 to 25,26 }
form_title= Dryer Vent form_header= Replace an old vent and keep your dryer running like new. What is the make and model of your dryer?*= _ [50] Is the dryer still under warranty?*= () Yes () No Please describe the problem in detail.*= _ [50]
First, be sure to unplug your dryer, extend your dryer out, not too far though..just the length of your vent, unscrew your vent from the back of the dryer, then slowly slide the vent off. It's recommended at this point that you get some kind of vacuum cleaner, and insert it into the dryer hole. Afterwards, use your vacuum inside the vent tube, reattach the vent tube to the vent, push the dryer back to its position, and go about your day.
Replacement dryer vents are usually sold at department and home repair stores such as Lowes, Home Depot, and others. They can also be purchased from online hardware stores, and larger purveyors like Amazon.
A blocked or clogged dryer vent.
A clothes dryer vent should not be very humid. If it is, it may be clogged. Clean the dryer vent once a year to prevent this among other problems such as loss of efficiency and of course FIRE.