Jacksonville's BEST Dryer Vent Cleaning

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About us

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Due to high customer demand I am booking out into December. To find my next available appointment, click the drop-down arrow in the "Service Date" box to the right and navigate the calendar to December 18th. Blue boxes should appear in the "Select arrival time:" section, if not, pick the next day/date (go to December 19th in this example) and look for BLUE boxes. The BLUE box highlighted options will be my next available dates and times. You can pick one and proceed with your booking. You can also continue to scroll forward in the calendar to look at future days and times until you find BLUE boxes. My apologies but December 18th is my first available appointment day as of today, 11am on Tuesday, May 23rd. NOTE: grayed-out timeframes are already booked.

Who we are

Are you looking for the BEST dryer vent cleaning service in Jacksonville? Do you want the MOST THOROUGH cleaning you can get for your money? Love’s Dryer Vent Cleaning is here for you! Ensure your family is safe from the potential hazards of a residential house fire and help keep your dryer running at peak efficiency, lowering your utility bill while also extending the life of your appliance. It is easy for any of us to get used to the extended drying times caused by excessive lint build up and just run the dryer an extra cycle or two to get our clothes dry. Have you noticed heavy clothes such as towels or jeans taking longer to dry? Have you found moisture inside your dryer door? Has your dryer felt hotter than before? Have you thought about buying a new dryer since your current one takes so long to dry your clothes? If you've noticed these or other warning signs (see the full list in the FAQ section below), it’s quite likely your dryer vent is clogged with lint buildup and needs attention.

I’m Tom from Love’s Dryer Vent Cleaning and I'm in this business because I want to help homeowners improve the safety of their homes by reducing one of the leading causes of residential home fires - dryer vent lint buildup. When I found out how extensive the damages, costs and loss of life are each year from fires caused by clothes dryers in homes (and nearly every home, condo and apartment has one) I decided I could help do something about it. I wanted to do it right so I became certified with The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and a member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The CSIA provides the ONLY Nationally Accredited Chimney and Venting Safety and Performance Standards in the U.S. today and their Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician (CDET) achievement is the ONLY Nationally recognized dryer vent cleaning certification. The technicians who possess the CSIA CDET badge have been formally tested by the CSIA on their knowledge and understanding of proper maintenance and servicing of dryer exhaust systems and to ensure your system is operating in accordance with state and local codes, industry standards and manufacturers guidelines. Having a dryer vent service provider that possesses the CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician badge is the ONLY way you can be certain that your dryer vent cleaning specialist is adequately prepared to service your dryer venting system. Check it out for yourself. Search the CSIA site for your local certified dryer exhaust technician. Go to the link and click the 'Search Now' box and simply type in your zip-code and check the box for Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician. If you check you will find I am THE ONLY operating CDET badge holder within a 50 mile radius of Jacksonville!

My business is SPECIFICALLY and ONLY focused on dryer vent exhaust systems because lint buildup can be such a dangerous problem that lots of times, people don’t know its an issue. The problem with dryer vent lint buildup is that it can stay hidden from view and become a danger that most of us don’t know exists until something goes wrong. When is the last time you pulled your dryer away from the wall? But you may have noticed some of the warning signs. For example, your dryer may dry so slow you need to run multiple cycles to get your clothes dry, or it may stop working via the auto-shutoff if it gets too hot. BUT, in the worst case if undetected and let go for too long, it can cause a fire in the dryer which can easily spread to the vent in the walls of your home. The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA’s) latest report entitled "US-Fire-Problem/Home Fires Involving Clothes Dryers and Washing Machines" cites the latest nationally gathered statistics for residential home fires involving washers and dryers: (1) most of these home fires involved clothes dryers (92%); (2) the leading cause (31%) of home clothes dryer fires was failure to clean; and (3) the leading items first ignited in clothes dryer fires were dust, fiber, or lint (27%). The report states "U.S. municipal fire departments responded to an estimated 15,970 home fires involving clothes dryers or washing machines each year (and thats with only two-thirds of fire departments reporting!). These fires resulted in annual losses estimated at 13 civilian deaths, 440 civilian injuries, and $238 million in direct property damage." These types of losses can be prevented! The dryer vent cleaning service I provide can help solve this problem and make your home safer from the risk of fire. Call or text me at (904) 608-6164 or click the link on this page to book a service call today.

What we do

Your experienced, well trained, and CSIA-Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician will perform a full diagnostic inspection, to accurately assess the service needed on your dryer exhaust system. During the dryer vent inspection, your technician will conduct a multi point safety check, and use the manufacturer recommended testing methods and equipment to evaluate and test the safety and performance of the dryer exhaust duct. The evaluation begins with listening to you, so you can describe and I can understand any problems you are having. The symptoms you describe are key to understanding what specific issues may exist with the dryer, transition duct, exhaust vent damper or in another area of the dryer duct system.

As part of our service your technician will conduct a visual inspection of the transition duct, visible parts of the main exhaust duct, all visible joint connections, and the exhaust termination outlet. The visual inspection helps to determine the duct’s net length, as well as any deficiencies, deterioration or wear that may be causing your dryer to run inefficiently. This visual inspection also helps to verify if there are any fire, safety, or health hazards present. Additionally, your technician may conduct some diagnostic testing, including measuring the velocity of the dryer’s air flow with a digital Vane Anemometer, as well as measurements of the exhaust system’s static pressure (or back pressure) with a Magnehelic gauge.

Your technician will review with you the results of the evaluation, and provide an estimate for cleaning and options if other services are needed to keep your dryer running safely and efficiently based upon the diagnostic inspection. Most manufacturers, as well as the NFPA’s guidelines for dryer safety (see page 4 of the report), recommend dryer vents be routinely inspected and cleaned, at least once every 12 to 24 mos. Regular inspection and cleaning greatly decreases the likelihood of a dryer exhaust duct fire, and also helps to save energy by keeping the dryer running efficiently.

What you can expect

As a homeowner myself, I am very aware of the disruption that can be caused by having a service technician in my home, and I seek to minimize the disruption for my clients and to give you the best service in the shortest period of time. A typical dryer vent cleaning can be accomplished usually in one to two hours, with minimal disruption to your day during this time. You can hang out, observe and I'll walk you through the process, or you can accomplish other items on your to-do list while I complete the service. Cleaning services pricing will vary depending on the length and routing of your dryer duct, and your dryer venting system must be evaluated individually to determine the best approach and method for cleaning.

We use the highest-quality industrial grade tools which include a variety of polymer and stainless steel brushes that have the strength and durability to completely clean the lint from inside your dryer vent duct, along with a commercial grade HEPA/OSHA certified vacuum system to capture dust, pollen, allergens and bacteria to keep the air clean. You will be able to see the difference in the before and after photos or specific measurements taken so you can be confident in your clean dryer duct. Look at the photos below for an example of 'before' and 'after' comparisons.

You will receive Jacksonville’s BEST and MOST THOROUGH dryer vent cleaning service, from a qualified, competent service professional, who is a fully Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician with the CSIA. You can be confident your dryer vent will be fully cleaned, beginning to end, all at a fair and reasonable price. I am in this business to help homeowners make their homes safer from one of the leading causes of home fires - lint buildup in your dryer and your dryer vent. Make your home safer, have your clothes dry quicker and enjoy a lower utility bill by calling or texting Jacksonville’s best - Love’s Dryer Vent Cleaning - today at (904) 608-6164 or book your appointment online by clicking the link on this page. We look forward to helping you with this crucial home service!

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Testimonials

"Tom was excellent! He cleaned my dryer vent & installed a new dryer vent connector. I had also just had a new roof installed & and he did an inspection of my attic & roof. He gave me great advice about how the dryer vent & gooseneck roof vent were installed so I could have the roofing company make the repairs. Thanks, Tom!"

Sandi A.

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Frequently asked questions

How often should I have my dryer vent cleaned?

The NFPA and most Dryer Manufacturers provide guidance that you should have your vent professionally cleaned every 12 to 24 months. In my experience this can vary based on your usage - which is dependent on the number of people in your household, how often you do laundry, whether you have pets, or other factors in how you use your appliance. I've found that the timeframe could be six months or up to three years, depending on these and other factors. Dryer ducts with longer runs, sharper turns and elbows, or more constricted exit dampers should be cleaned more often than shorter vents with a straight run to the outside. I'll talk with you about these factors and based on what I see in cleaning your dryer venting system we can estimate a schedule that makes sense for you and your household.

What are the signs that I need my dryer vent cleaned?

Please call or text me, or go ahead and book a service call if: • Your clothes take more than one cycle to dry. • You smell something burning when you use your dryer. • Your clothes dryer feels hotter than you think it should while using it. • Your clothes smell moldy coming out of the dryer. • Your outside exhaust vent does not open or always stays open. • You find lint inside your dryer or around your dryer in your laundry room. • You have not had your dryer duct cleaned in more than two years.

I clean my lint filter after each drying cycle, shouldn't that be enough?

That's awesome to hear! And yes, it is a big factor and you should definitely continue to clean your lint trap after each load of laundry. But the lint filter in your dryer does not capture all of the lint. Some estimates are the lint trap only catches about 75%-80% of the lint. The rest is expelled through your dryer duct to the exhaust port on the outside of your home. Over time the lint will accumulate and cause blockage inside the ductwork, causing your clothes to require more and more drying time due to the restricted airflow. This increases the risk of fire and costs you more on your utilities bill. So cleaning your lint trap after each load is definitely helpful - but it's not enough to keep you fully safe from the risk of a dryer fire or to gain maximum efficiency from your appliance!

What’s the big deal if my dryer takes longer to dry?

Cleaning your dryer venting system not only helps to prevent a fire, but can also extend the life of your appliance and save you money on your utility bill. Excess lint & debris causes build up in your dryer vent duct and results in the appliance overworking itself to perform its intended function. Let’s take an example. Electric dryers have a wide range of power settings (think low, medium, high) which can use 2,000 to 6,000 watts of energy. That translates to about 2 to 6 kilowatt-hours of electricity, and the national average rate we pay for electricity is 12 cents per kilowatt-hour. So if you dry your clothes on the high setting (which we all do most of the time), each hour of running your electric dryer will cost about 72 cents. If we stop there, that doesn't sound like much, does it? But let's continue...results from a google search say the average American family does between 8 and 10 loads of laundry per week. If you run ONE EXTRA CYCLE to dry your clothes doing 9 loads per week, that’s an extra $27 per month and $324 per year in utility costs! Plus, doubling your drying time could reduce the useful life of the appliance by as much as half. Replacing your $800 to $1,200 dryer in half as many years is expensive! So the cost of an annual cleaning can more than pay for itself in lower utility bills and extending the life of your dryer - not to mention that it keeps your home safer from the risk of a dryer fire.

What’s the risk if my dryer vent cleaning specialist is not CSIA certified?

Something could be missed! Certified Dryer Exhaust Technicians do more than clean out dryer vents, we also inspect the dryer venting system to ensure it is installed and operating in accordance with the many national, state and local codes and industry standards. By keeping your dryer vent system up to current standards, you can reduce the risk of complications and potential safety hazards that can come with age and use. Certified Dryer Exhaust Technicians are qualified and specially trained to recognize safety concerns with your dryer venting system so that your household remains well protected against dangerous lint buildup and possible dryer fires. Please take care and make the smart decision to always have licensed, insured and certified technicians in your home to provide the services you need. Saving a few dollars by hiring providers without professional qualifications isn't worth it!

Why can you only quote me a single starting price and not a final price in advance to clean my dryer vent?

All dryer vent systems are different. Some terminate through the side wall of the home, while others terminate through the roof. Some have very long runs with many turns at more than 30 ft in length, while others are a short straight run through an exterior wall. Some are not built to code or have fallen into disrepair over years of use and may require repair or adjustment to work properly. So I've found that each dryer and venting system must be evaluated to determine the best approach and method to clean that individual system. So the final price may vary. I start with a general quote of $199 for the inspection, evaluation and cleaning of the dryer and venting system starting inside the laundry room to wherever the vent discharges on the outside (quite commonly in our area of Florida this will be on the roof). My process includes a pre-cleaning airflow check, photos of problem areas, as well as inspection and cleaning of the vent exit damper (the low profile roof exit vents tend to clog with lint quickly). Additionally, I offer a service to clean the interior of the dryer which is where lint can buildup closest to the ignition source - the heating element (this makes sense if you think about it, but interestingly few others providing dryer vent cleaning offer this service). My quoted rate above for cleaning includes the first 20 feet of vent, which covers the vast majority of homes in the area and even nationwide. If your vent is more than 20 feet, there's a charge of $3 per additional foot - so if your vent is 24 feet long as an example, your price might be $199 + $12. After cleaning I reassemble all connections, provide a photo review, a post cleaning air flow check (to make sure your dryer is performing within manufacturer specs), and provide a recommendation for your next cleaning cycle. I'll also provide any helpful additional guidance and tips for you as a homeowner to keep your dryer running efficiently.

Isn’t cleaning the dryer vent something I can do myself?

Of course, as a homeowner you sure can clean your own dryer vent exhaust system yourself. The questions are, how complete a job will you be able to do, what equipment will you need to purchase and how easily will you be able to get it done? As a CDET certified, professional dryer exhaust technician, I've invested in the proper equipment, the most effective tools and developed the knowledge and experience to do a proper and complete job. Carrying the CDET classification shows you - my client - that I've successfully acquired the knowledge, technical skills and field experience needed to properly service dryer exhaust systems. With the safety of your home and family in mind, having your dryer vent system cleaned by a professional is a valuable investment for this important service - don't you think?

How much mess will there be with your cleaning process?

The work area will be cleaner than when I arrived! The appliances are covered with heavy duty covers to protect surfaces from scratches and scuff marks. An appliance mover is used if needed and a 230+ CFM (cubic feet per minute) commercial vacuum system is used in conjunction with a motorized flex-rod and brush cleaning system to clean the entire length of your dryer exhaust system. This is one of the most effective methods of collecting the lint that is clinging to the inside of your dryer vent duct work. The brush agitates and scrubs the lint buildup from the side walls of the dryer exhaust system (see sample 'before' and 'after' photos in my album below or on my FB page). The vacuum is equipped with a high efficiency particulate air filtration system (HEPA), as well as HEPA collection bags, that are OSHA compliant for capturing and removing 99.97% of all particles down to 0.3 microns in size. This effectively captures fine dust, pollen, allergens and bacteria inside the vacuum, so that it does not enter back in to my clients’ homes or affect indoor air quality. All areas around the back of the dryer, floor and walls are cleaned to complete each job. We have also adopted new Sanitary Procedure Guidelines recommended by the CSIA and NCSG that are in alignment with C.D.C., W.H.O. and proposed Guidelines For Residential In-Home Service companies. This includes using fresh masks, booties and surgical gloves as well as use of an approved disinfectant to make my visit as clean as possible.

What are the best things I can do to help maintain my dryer exhaust system?

Be aware of the warning signs (noted in FAQs above). Always operate your dryer with the lint trap fully installed to keep debris, dryer sheets and loose clothing from being drawn into the blower fan unit. Clean the dryer lint trap after each load of laundry, and clean the lint trap screen in soapy water once every few months to remove the microscopic bits of fabric softener and softener sheets that build up on the screen. Be careful with the positioning of the dryer, as transition ducts and their connections can be unknowingly crushed behind the dryer against the wall. Plus, dryers work on whats called makeup air and need space and ventilation to "breathe". Have your dryer exhaust system professionally inspected and cleaned annually or on a regular schedule by a certified technician. The cost of this service is a small and worthwhile investment to prevent the #1 cause of home fires, and to improve the safety of your dryer exhaust system as well as the efficiency and longevity of your dryer appliance!

What if I ever do have a dryer fire?

First, notify everyone in the home to get out, and then call the fire department. You could attempt to unplug the appliance and use a fire extinguisher to put it out yourself, but the fire could be inside the clothes dryer or in in the ductwork or the wall, making it hard to reach. There is little time to waste trying to extinguish the fire so if you aren’t able to make quick progress, concentrate on getting your family, children, and pets out of the house. The most important thing is to act quickly to save the lives of your loved ones. Be prepared, have a plan, educate everyone in your household and please be safe! Prevention is the best strategy and having your dryer and vent cleaned regularly is a key factor in reducing your risk of having a dryer fire.