Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning Services
That innocent-looking dryer vent can become a serious fire hazard over time. HK & Sons provides thorough dryer vent cleaning services in Tallahassee to keep your home safe and your dryer running efficiently.
The Hidden Danger in Your Laundry Room
Lint is highly flammable. When it builds up in your dryer vent, all it takes is the heat from normal operation to ignite a fire. Warning signs of a clogged vent include:
- Longer drying times - Clothes need two or more cycles
- Hot exterior - Dryer or laundry room feels unusually warm
- Burning smell - Lint heating up during operation
- Visible lint - Buildup around the exterior vent hood
- Humidity issues - Excess moisture in laundry area
Why Professional Cleaning Matters
DIY vent cleaning typically only addresses the first few feet of the vent. Professional cleaning:
- Clears the entire vent run from dryer to exterior
- Uses rotary brushes designed to remove compacted lint
- Includes inspection for damage or improper installation
- Verifies proper airflow after cleaning
Common Vent Problems We Find
During cleaning, we often discover issues that affect safety and efficiency:
- Crushed or kinked flex duct restricting airflow
- Vinyl or foil duct that should be replaced with rigid metal
- Disconnected joints allowing lint to accumulate in walls
- Bird nests or debris blocking the exterior vent
- Excessive vent length that needs a booster fan
Maintenance Between Cleanings
Keep your dryer running safely:
- Clean the lint trap before or after every load
- Check the exterior vent flap operates freely
- Don’t overload the dryer - proper airflow matters
- Listen for unusual sounds during operation
- Schedule professional cleaning annually