6 Indicators That Your Dryer Vent Is Clogged

As inconvenient as it is when your dryer vent becomes clogged, the more significant issue is the safety hazard that it poses to your household. Not only that, but a clogged dryer vent will also diminish your air quality and your dryer’s efficiency. At Lowe’s Air Duct Cleaning, we help customers maintain a healthy home free of contaminants and safe from this particular risk. Let’s look at six indicators that show that your dryer vent is clogged and needs our dryer vent cleaning service.

1. Longer Drying Times

One of the first signs of a clogged dryer vent is longer drying times. If you notice that your dryer is taking longer than usual to dry your clothes completely or that your clothes still feel damp after a complete dry cycle, it may be time to take a closer look at the vent.

2. Dryer Unexpectedly Shuts Off

Many dryers are now equipped with a safety feature that will automatically shut them off if they begin to overheat. If your dryer reaches the point where it’s shutting off before your dry cycles are complete, it may be due to a clogged vent.

3. There’s a Burning Smell

If your dryer emits a burning smell while it’s drying your laundry, that is a major red flag. You need to immediately stop using your dryer and assess the vent’s state with a professional’s help. 

4. Your Clothes Are Abnormally Hot

If your clothes or dryer feel excessively hot after a dry cycle, that is a warning sign you shouldn’t ignore. When a dryer vent becomes clogged, it can prevent the hot air from escaping your dryer as it should.

5. Lint Buildup in and around Dryer

Do you see excessive lint accumulation around your lint trap or the vent opening? You should empty the lint trap after each dry cycle, but your vent may be clogged if it’s building up outside of the lint trap.

6. Increased Humidity in the Laundry Room

When a dryer vent becomes blocked, it prevents moisture from escaping your dryer properly. This can result in increased humidity in your laundry room. If you have this issue, your dryer vent probably needs to be cleaned.

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A clean dryer vent is essential for your dryer’s efficiency and the safety of your household. Lowe’s Air Duct Cleaning provides this service through our trained professionals, and you can choose from any of our deep cleaning packages. Contact us today at (800) 699-0955 to unlock special pricing for dryer vent cleaning in your area. We help customers with this service from locations in several states throughout the United States.