4 Benefits of Getting Your Dryer Vent Cleaned

If you are like 80% of Americans, you own a clothes dryer. When was the last time you had your exhaust vent cleaned?

The curvy metal tube attaches to the back of your appliance and connects it to the outside, giving it a place to vent its excess heat. Experts recommend getting your exhaust vent cleaned once per year, but almost no one does this, primarily because they aren't aware that it needs to be done.

Here are four reasons you should get your dryer vent cleaned as soon as possible:

• Improve energy efficiency. Over several months and years, your dryer exhaust vent can accumulate lint, to the point that there is very little air flow getting through the tube. When this happens, the dryer can't release its moist air, and it takes longer and longer to dry your clothes.

• Save time. Not only will waiting for your clothes to dry cost you a lot more on your monthly utility bill, it is taking away from your precious time. If you notice that your clothes are suddenly taking two or three cycles to dry, a clogged exhaust vent could be the reason.

• Extend appliance's lifespan. All the extra wear-and-tear from a clogged exhaust tube can take its toll on your appliance, leading to future breakdowns and repairs. An annual cleaning will help your dryer run efficiently for years to come!

• Prevent a fire. This is really the main reason why you should be getting your dryer vent cleaned each year. Clothes dryers present a huge fire hazard, and it is only worse when its exhaust is filled to the brim with flammable lint.

Has it been over a year since you've had your dryer vent cleaned? Give GreenPro Cleaning & Restoration a call! We offer a variety of services to help keep you safe and healthy such as dryer vent cleaning, air duct cleaning, mold removal, and crawl space cleaning. We serve all of Long Island, call us for a free quote at (631) 940-8100.