Frequently Asked Questions

If your vent is simply clogged with lint, a cleaning solves the problem. Signs you might need a repair instead — or in addition to a cleaning — include a duct that's visibly disconnected, crushed, or damaged, a missing or broken exterior vent cap, or a dryer that doesn't seem to improve even after a thorough cleaning. The easiest way to know for sure is to have us take a look. We'll tell you honestly whether you need a cleaning, a repair, or both.

Yes, regularly. Our full inspection — the dryer connection check, the duct cleaning itself, and the roof cap inspection — often turns up issues the homeowner had no idea were there. If we find something during a cleaning, we'll show you exactly what it is and what we recommend before doing any repair work.

Some minor fixes, like reconnecting a duct that's come loose behind the dryer, are within reach for a handy homeowner. But identifying improper vent material, correcting a bad termination, or safely accessing a roof cap is where most DIY attempts run into trouble — and getting it wrong can leave a fire hazard in place without you realizing it. We'd rather give you an honest assessment than have you guess.

It depends entirely on what we find — a reconnected joint costs far less than replacing a full run of improper vent material. We'll give you an upfront price for the specific repair needed before any work begins, so there are no surprises.