Free estimates. Serving Raleigh and Wake County, NC
Open daily 9 am to 6 pm · Call 919-418-9199
Free estimates. Serving Raleigh and Wake County, NC
Open daily 9 am to 6 pm · Call 919-418-9199
Exterior Cleaning Services
Dryer vent cleaning clears the lint out of the vent line between your dryer and the outside, so your clothes dry faster and the dryer runs safer. Paramount Power Washing cleans dryer vents for homes in Raleigh and Wake County, and you get a free estimate before we start.
Your dryer’s lint trap catches some lint, but a lot passes through and builds up inside the vent pipe. A packed vent slows drying, wastes energy and can overheat.
The U.S. Fire Administration lists failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer fires. We clear the vent line from the dryer to the outside cap, so air can flow again.
We clean the vent line, not the dryer itself. Tell us where the vent exits the house, and we plan the job.
A clogged vent usually shows itself before it becomes dangerous. Watch for these.
| What you see | What it means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Clothes need more than one cycle | Air is not flowing through the vent | Book a cleaning |
| A burning smell when the dryer runs | Lint may be heating up | Stop using the dryer until the vent is checked |
| The dryer or laundry room gets very hot | Hot air is trapped | Book a cleaning soon |
| The outside flap stays shut, or lint collects outside | Weak airflow, or the vent is blocked | Book a cleaning |
| It has been a year or more since the last cleaning | Lint builds up over time | Book a cleaning |
We find where the vent exits the house, look at the ducting and the outside cap, and plan the job.
We clear the lint from the vent line and the outside cap, including any blockage we can reach.
We reconnect the dryer, check the airflow at the outside vent and show you the result.
Every load leaves lint behind, and the vent line is where it ends up. Some homes have long or bent vents that catch it faster.
The trap does not catch it all, and the rest settles in the vent.
Every bend and long run slows the air and catches lint.
Birds and pests nest in the vent opening.
The ridges catch lint more than smooth metal pipe.
We quote every home individually. Send a photo of where the vent exits or call 919-418-9199 and you get the price before we start.
For a rough idea, national cost guides list many dryer vent cleanings at about $100 to $180. Your price depends on your vent, so use that as a guide only.
Guides suggest once a year. Plan on every six months for heavy use, a big household or a long vent run.
A little preparation helps us start on time.
Ask for more than one service in the same visit and we quote them together.
Once a year suits most homes. Plan on every six months if you use the dryer a lot, have a big household or have a long vent run. If you see a warning sign, do not wait for the date.
The price depends on the length of the vent, where it exits the house, which floor the dryer is on and how much lint is in it. National cost guides list many cleanings at about $100 to $180. For your exact price, call 919-418-9199, and the estimate is free.
Clothes need more than one cycle, the dryer or the laundry room gets hot, you smell something burning, the outside flap stays shut, or lint collects outside the vent. If you smell burning, stop using the dryer until the vent is checked.
Yes. Lint is flammable, and the U.S. Fire Administration lists failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer fires. A clean vent lowers that risk.
You can empty the lint trap after every load, and you should. The vent line is harder, since it needs the right brushes and access to the full run. That is where a professional cleaning helps.
Many cleanings take under an hour. Long vent runs, roof exits and heavy buildup take longer. We give you a time estimate with your quote.
Someone needs to be home to let us in and show us the dryer. We confirm the details when you book.
Empty the lint trap after every load, keep the space behind the dryer clear, and keep the vent line short and straight. Smooth metal ducting catches less lint than flexible foil.
We work across Raleigh and Wake County. Not on the list? Ask, we may still cover you.
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