Cleaning Out Dryer Vent On Roof

This step can be tricky and is the number one reason you should hire a professional to clean out your roof dryer vents.

Cleaning out dryer vent on roof.

Purpose of this instructablethis instructable is designed more from a maintenance aspect rather than fixing an already plugged up dryer vent. This can become difficult if the system is especially complicated or if the vent is vertical and requires roof access. Before you clean a dryer vent on the roof vacuum out the vent behind the dryer since it s easier to clean out the length of the vent from the ground floor. The less back pressure is created by the roof vent the more efficiently the system performs.

The tools and supplies you need to clean a dryer vent duct include a vacuum with a long hose attachment dryer vent brush kit screwdrivers and ul listed metal foil duct tape. How not to clean a dryer vent duct watch this before you clean a vent. Go outside the house and remove the exterior vent cover. How to clean out long dryer vents.

Once this step is done we will proceed to cleaning the vent on the roof. Use hose extensions if available to vacuum out as much of the duct as you can. Cleaning a dryer duct isn t difficult. Then get on the roof and peel back any shingles that may be covering the vent as well as the guard.

Dryer vents clogged with lint dust and dirt are not only less aesthetically pleasing but can actually cause serious problems for your dryer and your home. Luckily cleaning out a dryer vent is relatively simple if you follow the steps below. Clean out the dryer vent from the outside using a vacuum. Cleaning a dryer vent isn t normally too complicated.

You must detach. You simply need to pull the lint out. It will make cleaning it easier. The position and curvature of the damper combined with hood size and collar placement optimize airflow to such a degree that laboratory tests confirm nearly zero reduction in airflow.

Rather than hire a professional a diy cleaning job saves money. Remove lint from the duct by hand and then vacuum the inside of the duct. Locating and accessing the vent. Your home may require professional dryer vent cleaning from dryer vent specialists especially if the vent is on the roof.

Once the vent is exposed use a vent brush first clean the exterior surfaces. The handyman journey 78 648 views. The next step that we will take in cleaning a dryer vent on a roof is locating and accessing the vent.