Why Dryer Vent Cleaning Matters

Dryer vent cleaning is essential for your safety, efficiency, and peace of mind. Over time, lint and debris build up inside the vent, restricting airflow and causing your dryer to work harder. This not only drives up energy bills and shortens the life of your dryer—it creates a major fire hazard. In fact, clogged dryer vents are one of the leading causes of household fires.

At Bukur’s Appliance Repair not only do we fix appliances but we use state-of-the-art equipment to thoroughly clean your dryer vents, remove hidden lint buildup, and restore safe, efficient airflow. It’s one of the simplest ways to protect your home and extend the life of your dryer.

Most experts—including major appliance manufacturers and fire safety organizations—recommend having your dryer vents cleaned at least once a year. However, you may need more frequent cleanings if:

You do laundry often (multiple loads per day)

You have pets (pet hair adds to lint buildup)

Your dryer is located far from an exterior wall (longer vents trap more lint)

You notice signs of a clog (long drying times, hot clothes, or a burning smell)

At Bukur’s Appliance Repair, we assess your specific setup and usage to recommend the right cleaning schedule—and we use top-of-the-line equipment to get the job done right.

Longer drying times – Clothes take more than one cycle to dry

Hot dryer or clothes – The dryer feels unusually hot or your clothes come out hot and damp

Burning smell – A musty or burning odor while the dryer is running

Excess lint – Lint around the dryer door, in the lint trap area, or behind the dryer

No airflow at the vent – Little or no air coming out of the exterior vent while the dryer is on

If you’re noticing any of these, it’s time to schedule a cleaning. At Bukur’s, we’ll use high-powered, professional-grade tools to get deep into your vent and restore safe, efficient airflow.

You can try to clean your dryer vents yourself, but it’s often not as effective—or safe—as a professional cleaning. Most DIY kits only reach a few feet into the vent and can actually pack lint in tighter if used incorrectly.

Professional cleanings, like what we offer at Bukur’s, use powerful, state-of-the-art equipment that clears the entire length of the vent, including tight turns and long duct runs that homeowners usually can’t reach. We also inspect for damage, disconnects, and potential hazards you might not notice.

So while DIY may seem cheaper up front, it can leave behind dangerous buildup or miss problems that put your home at risk. When it comes to fire safety and efficiency, professional is the way to go.

At Bukur’s Appliance Repair, our service goes beyond just “brushing out lint.” We offer a thorough, professional-grade cleaning using state-of-the-art equipment designed to maximize safety and airflow. Here’s what’s included:

Full inspection of your dryer vent system, including connections and airflow

High-powered air system and rotary brush polish from the dryer to the exterior vent

Removal of lint, debris, and clogs throughout the entire vent line—not just the first few feet

Cleaning of the transition hose 

Airflow test (before and after) to show the improvement

Safety check for signs of damage, disconnections, or fire hazards

We treat every job like we’re cleaning our own home—leaving your vent clean, safe, and running efficiently.