Cleaning A Dryer Vent Pipe

In order to properly clean your dryer s ventilation system you have to first know where it is.

Cleaning a dryer vent pipe.

Push the dryer back into place and plug it in or turn the gas. When finished cleaning inspect the ducts to make sure that they are undamaged and up to safety codes. Put all of the dryer components back together and plug it in. Safely disconnect the dryer.

You might be able to loosen the clamp by hand. Visit website for more infor. Check the vent cap at the exterior end of the duct to make sure it is clean and its flapper door works properly. If necessary seal sections of ductwork with ul listed metal foil duct tape.

Once you can access the area behind the dryer you need to remove the vent hose by loosening the clamp. Before you can use your leaf blower vacuum to clean the dryer vent pipe you need to access the area with the vent and get it ready for cleaning. Reattach ductwork and vent cover. To clean your dryer vent remove the outside cover on the vent and use a special lint brush with an extendable handle to clean the inside of the pipe.

Start by moving the dryer away from the wall. Use duct brush to clean dryer duct of lint. Then give it a trial run before sliding it back. Use manually or attach end of cleaning rod to a power drill.

The vent on a clothes dryer can become clogged with lint over time causing the dryer to dry less efficiently and resulting in dangerous house fires.