FEMA.gov recommends cleaning your dryer vent once annually, but it can depend on many variables. The number of people in the house causes the use of the dryer to go up. The length of the dryer vent pipe can factor into the amount of air being pushed from the dryer and will lose velocity and cause more lint to settle in the dryer vent. Anything over 30 feet can stress... [Read More...]
FEMA.gov recommends once annually! It can depend on the amount of use the dryer has, and the size of the loads. It is a safe bet to not wait longer than 2 years for average use, but at least once annually for heavy use. Even every 6 months may be needed if your dryer is used in a business setting like a hair salon or pet grooming!
Dryer cavity cleaning targets the hidden spaces inside your dryer where lint and debris accumulate over time. While regular lint trap cleaning is helpful, it doesn’t address the buildup that occurs deeper within the appliance. Without periodic cavity cleaning, lint can gather in areas like the dryer drum, heating elements, and motor, increasing fire risk. Regular cavity cleaning minimizes fire hazards, boosts dryer efficiency, and prolongs appliance life.