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The Dryer Guys

Serving North Jersey

Residential Dryer Vent Cleaning

Fire-safe, insured dryer vent cleaning for single-family homes and condos — $49.99 flat inspection plus a typical $220 routine cleaning, done in about 45 minutes.

  • Reduces the leading preventable dryer-fire risk (failure to clean — NFPA)
  • Cuts drying time — most customers report 20–30% shorter cycles
  • Extends dryer lifespan and keeps the heating element from burning out
  • White-glove service: shoe covers, floor protection, and clean-up included
Residential Dryer Vent Cleaning

A clogged dryer vent is the single leading factor in the roughly 13,000–15,000 dryer fires reported to U.S. fire departments each year, according to the National Fire Protection Association — and 'failure to clean' is the #1 cited cause. Beyond the fire risk, a restricted vent forces your dryer to run hotter and longer, shortening its lifespan, driving up your electric or gas bill, and often leaving clothes warm-but-damp after a full cycle.

Our residential service is purpose-built for single-family homes and condos. We use a professional-grade rotary brush sized to your vent diameter, a HEPA-filtered vacuum to capture lint at the source, and a video endoscope to inspect the full run before and after cleaning. Most manufacturers (Whirlpool, LG, Samsung, Maytag) recommend this be done at least once a year; households with long vent runs, pets, or more than four loads a week should plan for every six months.

What separates us: you see the footage live on our tablet, you get a written report with photos, and you pay through Square with a digital receipt emailed within an hour. No up-sell, no 'we found something scary' surprises — the $49.99 inspection + $220 cleaning model is transparent up front.

What's included

  • Video endoscope pre-inspection of the full vent run
  • Rotary-brush cleaning from exterior termination inward
  • HEPA-vacuum lint capture at the dryer connection
  • Exterior vent-hood cleaning and flap verification
  • Booster-fan inspection (if installed)
  • Post-service video re-inspection
  • Written inspection report with before/after photos
  • Digital invoice through Square
  • Clean-up and floor protection throughout

Who this service is for

  • Single-family homes with any vent configuration
  • Condos and townhomes with sidewall or roof vents
  • Homes with pets, large families, or long vent runs (20 ft+)
  • First-time customers unsure whether their vent is clogged
  • Annual preventive maintenance

How it works — our 3-step process

  1. 1

    Inspect & scope the system

    We arrive on-time, lay shoe covers and floor protection, then pull the dryer forward and run a video endoscope through the full vent run — connector, in-wall ducting, and exterior termination. You see the footage on our tablet in real time.

    Flat $49.99 inspection fee — applied even if you choose not to proceed with cleaning.

  2. 2

    Clean with rotary brush + HEPA capture

    A flexible rotary brush sized for your vent diameter is run the full length from the exterior termination back, agitating compacted lint. A HEPA-filtered vacuum at the dryer end captures everything so nothing ends up back in your house.

    $220 for a standard residential vent run.

  3. 3

    Verify & document

    We re-scope the vent to confirm it's clear, verify airflow at the exterior termination, reconnect the dryer, and leave you with a written inspection report plus before/after photos. Digital invoice emailed through Square.

    Typical on-site time: 45 minutes.

Transparent pricing

Inspection
$49.99
Flat fee, every visit
Routine cleaning
$220
Standard vent run
Typical total
$269
Inspection + cleaning

Typical total for a standard single-family cleaning. Unusually long or damaged vent runs may require repair beyond routine cleaning — we quote any additional work up front before starting.

Where we serve

Residential Dryer Vent Cleaning is available across all 11 of our core North Jersey service towns. Each town has a dedicated page with local housing context and scheduling notes.

Common questions

What customers ask about this service

How often should I clean my dryer vent?

Most homes should have their dryer vent professionally cleaned once a year. Households with long vent runs (over 25 feet), pets, or more than four loads of laundry per week should plan for every six months. The NFPA cites 'failure to clean' as the leading factor in U.S. dryer fires.

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What are the signs my dryer vent is clogged?

The top warning signs are: drying cycles longer than 45 minutes, clothes that come out hot but still damp, a hot laundry room or dryer exterior, a burning smell, visible lint around the outdoor vent hood, or the dryer shutting off mid-cycle. Any one of these warrants a professional inspection.

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Can I clean my own dryer vent, or should I hire a pro?

You can safely clean the lint trap, the first few feet of flex duct behind the dryer, and the outdoor vent hood yourself. Anything beyond that — long runs, roof vents, or rigid ducting through walls — should be done by a pro with a rotary brush system and a HEPA-filtered vacuum.

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How much does dryer vent cleaning cost in North Jersey?

The Dryer Guys charges a flat $49.99 inspection fee and a $220 routine cleaning for standard residential vent runs — a typical total of $269 plus tax. Pricing is the same across all 11 of our North Jersey service towns. Multi-unit and commercial work is quoted separately after a walkthrough.

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What's the $49.99 inspection fee, and what do I get for it?

The $49.99 inspection is a flat service fee that covers a full video endoscope scope of your vent, an airflow measurement, an exterior hood check, and a written inspection report with photos. It's charged whether or not cleaning is needed, so you always know where your vent actually stands before committing to additional work.

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How long does a routine dryer vent cleaning take?

A standard residential dryer vent cleaning takes about 45 minutes on site — roughly 20 minutes of inspection plus 25 minutes of cleaning, brushing, and verification. Unusually long runs or homes with access challenges can extend to 60–75 minutes. We give a firm arrival window and call 15 minutes before we're on the way.

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