How Do You Clean Dryer Vents & Airducts?
According to the American Lung Association, air ducts in the average American home have more germs than a chicken coup. That’s definitely an unsettling thought, but it’s not something you’re helpless to. Cleaning your dryer vent and air ducts may not be at the top of your list for fun things to do, but it’s an incredibly easy process that will make all the difference in the world when it comes to your home’s air quality and your dryer’s performance. Unplug your dryer for your safety. Pull the dryer out and away from the washer, just far enough to comfortably reach the dryer vent. Loosen the dryer vent clamp with a screwdriver and slide it off the dryer. Suck out any lint or buildup located in the hole on the back of the dryer. Your vacuum’s hose attachment will work well here. Place vacuum hose into the vent tubing and remove as much lint and debris as you possibly can. Clean out the ends of your vent using your vacuum’s most flexible, long hose, as most of the lint will build up at th
