Dryer Vent Cleaning & Rerouting: Trust Us for Services in Killeen, Temple & Surrounding Cities
Ables Top Hat Services pays attention to details – including those hard-to-reach spots in your home that, though hard to see, are nonetheless crucial for keeping things running smoothly and safely.
For nearly twenty years we’ve been performing dryer vent cleaning and dryer vent rerouting in Killeen, Temple, and the larger central Texas region. Our family-owned business values that hometown feel, and prizes honest, quality work.
Whether you’re wondering why your dryer doesn’t seem to be running as efficiently as it once did, you’re due for a routine vent cleaning, or you’re in need of other dryer vent services, quality care you can trust is just a phone call or text away!
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How Often Should I Have My Dryer Vent Cleaned?
The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends annual dryer vent inspections, but sometimes more are needed depending on the size of the household and how much laundry is done on a regular basis.
Some customers experience frequent issues and have us come out more often. If you find that your clothes are taking twice as long to dry, you’re having to run multiple cycles to dry your clothes, or your dryer is getting excessively hot while operating, call us sooner than later.
About Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Process
When one of our technicians comes to your home to service your dryer vent, several things will happen. Remember that, throughout the service, our technicians will respect your home like their own, leaving it looking better than it did before we arrived.
- Our technician will start the visit by asking you about any concerns or problems you’re having, then explain our process to you.
- They will then use their extensive knowledge of dryers to inspect the system and assess its serviceability, functionality, and adherence to building codes. The inspection will include measuring airflow at the exhaust termination, which ensures the correct type of ducts are used throughout the system.
- Our technician will clean your dryer vent from the dryer to the exhaust termination using high-powered rotary brushes to ensure all lint, dust, fibers, and other fire hazards are removed.
- Finally, once the inspection and cleaning are complete, the technician will provide a written report to the homeowner, explaining their findings and making recommendations to ensure the continued safety of your home.
Are Dirty Dryer Vents Dangerous?
As innocuous a problem as it may seem, dirty dryer vents can pose significant risks to both your home and those who live in it. That’s because your dryer vent serves a humble but important function. When it becomes clogged (or is unsafely routed), airflow from the dryer to the great outdoors is restricted, which can present a number of dangers:
- The danger of overheating. First, a clogged dryer vent can cause the dryer to overheat. If air can’t be vented well, the heating element of the dryer can surpass safe temperatures, which in turn increases the risk of a fire. To make matters worse, dryer lint is highly flammable. If ignited, it can quickly spread within the vent system and throughout the house.
- The danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. Secondly, vents clogged with lint and debris can cause carbon monoxide to build up. Gas dryers produce carbon monoxide as a byproduct of combustion. Normally, this poisonous gas is safely vented outside. If vents are blocked, however, it can accumulate inside your home.
- The cost of an inefficient dryer. Not so much a danger, but definitely a factor in how you handle dryer system maintenance, a clogged dryer vent means an inefficient dryer. What does an inefficient dryer mean, practically speaking? Higher energy consumption and therefore higher utility bills, the inconvenience of longer drying times, and – over time – increased wear and tear on drying components. Not only does this cost more month by month in terms of energy bills and time, but it can also shorten the lifespan of your drying or lead to costly repairs.
Regular maintenance of your dryer vent is the simple, preventive solution to the hazards brought about by clogging. Our professional technicians thoroughly remove lint and debris and promote proper airflow so that your dryer – and you – can ‘breathe’ easier. Give us a call now to get scheduled.
What Are Signs My Dryer Vent Needs To Be Cleaned?
There are a number of tell-tale indicators that your dryer vents need some help.
- Laundry day never ends: Okay, it may feel this way even when your dryer is keeping up…but if you notice that your laundry is taking much longer than usual to dry, your vent may be choked up with lint, making your dryer work overtime for less results. In addition, if the moisture can’t get out, you risk dampness and mold growth inside your appliance.
- Hot dryer and clothing: Your dryer vent is intended to vent moisture and hot air. If the heat can’t escape through the vent, it’ll stick around, building up in your machine and making the clothes in it especially hot to the touch.
- Burning smells: If built-up lint is overheated, it may put out a burning smell. If you encounter this olfactory affront, it’s definitely time to stop and have the vent cleaned.
- Excess lint is making an appearance: Your nose may not be the only sense confronted if your vent is clogged – you may also get a visual clue. If you’re noting fuzzy lint around your dryer, it’s sneaking out…and that means there’s probably quite a bit more lint trapped inside.
- Elevated energy bills. Is your wallet taking an extra hit when the energy bills show up? If clogged vents are making your dyer work harder, you’re likely to notice a bump in your costs.
- It’s been a year. Having your dryer vents cleaned is a task to stay ahead of. Staying ahead decreases the risks mentioned above – safety hazards, the inconveniences of inefficiency, and the costs of premature breakdown. Dryer vents should be cleaned annually, but if you’ve experienced a period of heavy use or any of these other indicators of a congested vent, schedule an additional cleaning to keep things running well.
Noting any of the above? Don’t wait to reach out and schedule with us.
We Also Provide Dryer Vent Rerouting
If your dryer vent doesn’t meet the safety standards outlined in your building code, we can get that fixed.
We often find dryer vents with numerous turns going through a house’s concrete slab that are flooded with water and don’t allow the dryer to properly vent.
…or a dryer that vents into the attic or wall rather than outside the house.
…or ducts that have come disconnected after being taped together with duct tape that wilted under the heat of hot dryer exhaust in a Texas summer.
Whatever the problem, we can set up your dryer to vent in a safe, responsible manner. Once the problem is identified, we will work with you to develop a solution that fits your budget and style.
Why Would I Need My Dryer Vent Rerouted?
You might want to reroute your dryer vent for reasons of efficiency or safety, or possibly because you’ve made a change in your home’s layout.
The most direct route is normally the more efficient for venting your dryer. If your setup includes a very long vent or has multiple bends, it can diminish airflow, cause condensation in the appliance, or create other problems. Often, your vent can be rerouted to shorten or straighten out the venting path. With a better route, hot air and moisture can be expelled more efficiently, yielding better drying times and lower energy consumption.
Improperly routed dryer vents can also be a safety hazard, since greater length and more bends in the vent route can lead to quicker lint accumulation, increasing the risk of hazardous clogging. This is why building codes and regulations often require specific venting configurations. If your current setup doesn’t meet these safety and compliance standards, rerouting might be necessary to meet requirements and allow your dryer to function more safely.
If you’re remodeling, building an addition, or otherwise making changes to the layout of your home, you may need to reroute the dryer vent to accommodate new rooms configurations. We can help you out with this as well, ensuring your dryer retains proper ventilation without compromising the functionality or design of your space.
Trust Us for Quality Dryer Vent Services Near You
We skillfully offer a range of home services that help ensure the safety, efficiency, and longevity of your home. Don’t let a neglected dryer vent compromise your wallet or your peace of mind. Instead, let our family take care of yours with our quality dryer vent services.
Contact us to schedule your thorough cleaning or careful rerouting, and experience the difference a clear, well-routed vent can make!
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