Dryer Vent Cleaning in Oakland Park & Fort Lauderdale — Florida Air Services
2,900+
Home dryer fires per year in the US (USFA)
34%
Of dryer fires caused by failure to clean
$35M+
In property damage annually from dryer fires
1× / year
Recommended cleaning frequency
Warning Signs Your Dryer Vent Needs Cleaning
Clothes take 2+ cycles to dry
Restricted airflow means moisture can't escape. Your dryer works twice as hard and uses twice the energy.
Dryer or clothes feel very hot
Overheating is the #1 warning sign of a clogged vent. This is a fire hazard — stop using the dryer and call us.
Burning smell during operation
Lint is highly flammable. A burning smell means lint is already near the heating element. Immediate service required.
Vent flap doesn't open when running
The exterior damper should open when the dryer runs. If it doesn't, the vent is blocked and air has nowhere to go.
It's been over a year since last cleaning
The U.S. Fire Administration recommends annual dryer vent cleaning. Most homeowners never do it.
Excessive lint around the dryer
Lint that can't exit through the vent backs up into the laundry room — a clear sign of blockage.
Our Cleaning Process
Inspect the full vent run
We check the vent from the dryer connection to the exterior termination point, looking for kinks, damage, and blockage.
Professional brush cleaning
We use rotary brush systems to break up and remove lint throughout the entire vent run — not just the accessible section.
Vacuum extraction
All loosened lint is vacuumed out so it doesn't end up in your laundry room or back in the vent.
Airflow verification
We measure airflow before and after to confirm the vent is clear and the dryer is operating safely.
When did you last clean your dryer vent?
If you can\'t remember, it\'s time. Book a cleaning today — most appointments available within 48 hours.
Common Questions
How often should dryer vents be cleaned?
The U.S. Fire Administration recommends at least once a year. If you have a large family, use the dryer frequently, or have a long vent run, every 6 months is safer.
Can I clean my dryer vent myself?
You can clean the first few feet with a brush kit from a hardware store, but most vent runs are 10–25 feet long with bends. Professional cleaning reaches the full run and verifies airflow — DIY kits typically don't.
How long does dryer vent cleaning take?
Most residential cleanings take 45–90 minutes depending on vent length and accessibility. We'll give you a time estimate when you book.
Do you also repair damaged dryer vents?
Yes — if we find crushed flex duct, disconnected sections, or improper materials (like foil accordion duct), we can replace them with rigid metal duct that meets current code.
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