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Clogged Dryer Vent?

Good morning folks!

How is your dryer lately? Is it working up to full performance? Do you end up with mounds and mounds of lent and dust upon checking your filter? Is it heating properly?

If not, perhaps your vent is clogged!     YUCK!

This week I went to a customer's home to find this problem.

Here is how to take care of it!

First, here is your chance to get your dust mask. You are gonna need it!

Second, If you have an electric leaf blower, this is the ticket to peak performance in dryers. Simply plug it in and blast your lent repository with the leaf blower for about five minutes. Go outside and check your vent. You are sure to find mounds of lint! Pull it out. Don't be afraid to stick your fingers in and pull ALL of it out. I usually repeat this three times, Blowing and the Pulling from the outside.

Next, make sure your vent hose is not pinches or tangled if you have no lint coming out. You can give it a good shake as well to make sure all the dust is coming through and out. You can buy dryer sticks and tools to clean your vent but I just haven't found it to be necessary unless you happen to have a large dryer vent such as one that goes from a first floor to second or attic. In this case you may need to go ahead and purchase the dryer vent cleaning tool. But, it could still be cheaper for you then having to call an appliance repairman. It is also good to have a friend or family member go outside and make sure there is a steady stream of air coming out of the vent.

After doing the things above you should have a nice, clean, properly working vent.

It is important to keep your vent clean because of a fire hazard as well. So, try and do this at least twice yearly! Hope that helps you to maintain wonderfully lent free dryer vents! If you have any trouble just give me a ring. Stay cozy!!!

Food for thought,

ArchAngel