Dryers are one of the most used appliances in people’s homes, especially during the cooler winter months. To keep your dryer working at its optimal level and to avoid fire risks, you must give the dryer vent a thorough clean regularly. This is because when your dryer vent gets blocked up with lint and other debris, it creates a fire hazard due to the high heat your dryer gets up to. It also increases your energy costs as the dryer must work harder to dry your clothes.
It’s recommended that you give your dryer vent a regular clean, especially when you notice the dryer is taking longer to dry and/or overheating.
Thankfully, cleaning out your dryer vent is easy to do and doesn’t take too long to complete. Simply follow our step-by-step guide and you’ll be done in no time.
The first step is to disconnect the vent so you can gain access to the inside of it.
Here’s what to do:
Once the vent has been disconnected, the next step is to vacuum out all the lint and other debris inside of it.
Here’s what to do:
If you were unable to vacuum the vent out or if you’d like to give it an extra clean, grab a brush and clean the vent and duct out with it. You’ll need a brush with a thin enough head so that it can fit into the vent and duct. All you need to do is put the brush into the vent and duct and brush out all the lint and other debris.
Once you’ve cleaned out the vent with a vacuum cleaner or a brush you can reconnect your vent. Before doing so, make sure the duct hasn’t become damaged during cleaning. If you find any cracks or holes in it, the duct will need to be replaced.
Here’s how to reconnect your vent:
There are a few simple steps you can take to ensure you don’t have to clean your vent as often. This will also reduce the risk of fires developing in your vent and lower your energy bills.
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