Lint slips past the trap with every load and packs into the duct behind your dryer, choking airflow and trapping heat where it does not belong. Clogged dryer vents are a leading cause of house fires, and they quietly drive up energy use long before anything goes wrong. Quick Chimney clears the full vent run from the dryer connection to the exterior hood, so air moves freely and your laundry dries the way it should.
What is included
- Cleaning of the complete vent run, from the dryer connection to the outside termination
- Rotary brushing and vacuum extraction to pull lint out of the entire duct
- Clearing of the exterior hood, flap, or screen where lint and debris collect
- Inspection of the transition hose behind the dryer for crushing, kinks, or damage
- An airflow check after cleaning to confirm the vent is moving air properly
- A plain-English summary of what we found and anything worth keeping an eye on
Signs you might need this
- Clothes take more than one cycle to dry, or come out hotter than usual
- The laundry room feels warm or humid while the dryer runs
- A burning or musty odor when the dryer is on
- Little or no airflow at the outside vent hood during a cycle
- Lint collecting around the dryer, behind it, or at the exterior vent
How it works
Free Quote
Tell us what is going on. You get a clear, honest estimate fast.
Tidy Work
Drop cloths down, vacuums out, your home protected throughout.
Frequently asked questions
How often should a dryer vent be cleaned?
For most households, once a year keeps the duct clear. Homes with large families, pets, long vent runs, or heavy laundry habits may need it more often. If dry times are creeping up, that is the vent telling you it is due.
Why is a clogged dryer vent dangerous?
Lint is highly flammable, and a blocked vent traps the heat your dryer produces. That combination is one of the leading causes of house fires in the USA. A blocked vent also forces the machine to run longer and hotter, which wears it out faster and raises energy bills.
Do gas dryers need vent cleaning too?
Yes, and arguably more so. A gas dryer vents combustion byproducts through the same duct, so a blockage can push exhaust back into your home. We treat gas dryer vents with extra care, verify everything is reconnected properly, and follow local code requirements for the vent run.