Cleaning the interior ventilation of a dryer is an essential part of keeping a safe and efficient home. The first step is to disconnect the dryer and use a commercial vacuum to remove as much lint and dirt as possible. There are several ways to clean the dryer vent that goes to the roof, such as using a plastic garbage bag, climbing the ladder to the ceiling, and removing the dryer vent. You can also remove the dryer from the wall, vacuum it, and use a specific type of brush.
It's important to have a regular dryer vent maintenance program at least twice a year. Always remember to take out and clean the lint filter before throwing clothes in the dryer. Once a month, you can clean the lint filter and use a vacuum to connect a hose to the lint housing to remove any lint build-up. If there is a build-up of lint on the screen, you can scrub it off with warm water and a mild detergent, then wipe it with a dry towel.
Additionally, make sure to keep the area around the dryer clean by sweeping and dusting regularly. You can use your vacuum to effectively clean the entire length of the dryer vent, and use a clean cloth to wipe off any dirt from the edges. After thoroughly cleaning the ventilation grille from both inside and outside, replace the vent cover. You can also use a brush through the inner opening to clean a part of the pipe that the brush can access. The problem you may still have is that the ventilation pipe normally has a cover against the weather and creatures on top of the roof. Dryer lint can build up at this point and clog the top of the pipe.
It is unlikely that the brush will be able to clean this part of the ventilation grille and, therefore, access through the roof will be necessary to inspect and clean it if necessary. Lint is incredibly flammable, so it's important to keep your home safe by cleaning your dryer vent on your roof regularly. Now that you know how to clean your dryer vent on your roof, sometimes it will be easier for you to do it on your own. If you have an oven in your house, ask a professional to check your dryer vent when you are going to inspect your boiler or fresh air intake vent. If you have an electric dryer, unplug its cord and cut off its gas supply before cleaning its exhaust system. One of the biggest challenges with ventilating a dryer that goes to the roof is that forcing lint out of its base through a tube connected to its roof can be complicated.
To properly clean its ventilation and reconnect it after cleaning, you need to know where it is on your roof and where its ventilation ends. Finally, it is recommended to air-dry sheets and pillows so that they do not produce more lint that can adhere to your dryer's ventilation grilles. Like air conditioner vents, dryer vents should also be cleaned at least once a year; 26% are inspected twice a year. I love using Gardus' Dryer Vent Cleaning Kit because it comes in an all-inclusive package with extension kits that increase its rods' length and can be combined for cleaning extended dryer vents. This kit helps analyze signs that your dryer vent needs maintenance, how to clean its roof vent, use its brush for cleaning it, and understand difficulties and maintenance that come with it.
Cleaning your dryer's interior ventilation is an important part of maintaining an efficient home. With regular maintenance programs, proper cleaning techniques, and professional help when needed, you can keep your home safe from fire hazards caused by lint build-up in your dryer vents.
