Dryer Vent Cleaning
The 30-minute service that prevents a house fire
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4.9 · 3,412 Google reviews
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CSIA & NFPA certified
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Airflow tested before & after
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No-mess guarantee
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40 years sweeping chimneys
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3,412 verified Google reviews
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4.9 average rating
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CSIA-certified crew
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NFPA 211 compliant
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Licensed in 6 states
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100% background-checked technicians
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Free estimates
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40 years sweeping chimneys
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3,412 verified Google reviews
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4.9 average rating
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CSIA-certified crew
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NFPA 211 compliant
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Licensed in 6 states
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100% background-checked technicians
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Free estimates
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40 years sweeping chimneys
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3,412 verified Google reviews
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4.9 average rating
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CSIA-certified crew
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NFPA 211 compliant
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Licensed in 6 states
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100% background-checked technicians
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Free estimates
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40 years sweeping chimneys
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3,412 verified Google reviews
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4.9 average rating
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CSIA-certified crew
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NFPA 211 compliant
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Licensed in 6 states
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100% background-checked technicians
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Free estimates
Pricing, before you commit
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Use our free Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost Calculator to get an estimated price in less than 30 seconds — based on where your vent exits and how long the run is. No email, no callback, no surprise fees.
Estimate preview
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$249 – $449
Inspection (credited)
−$49
Typical job
$249 – $349
Final price quoted in writing before any work.
The craft, done properly
WHAT DRYER VENT CLEANING IS
Dryer vent cleaning removes the lint that packs the duct between your dryer and the outside world. Lint is highly flammable, and a restricted vent traps exactly what ignites it: heat. Clogged dryer vents cause thousands of U.S. house fires every year — and long before fire risk, a blocked vent makes the dryer run longer, hotter, and more expensively every single load.
Brown Chimney cleans the full run — from the appliance connection to the exterior cap — with rotary brushes and vacuum extraction, then proves the result: airflow is tested before and after, so you see the difference in numbers, not promises. Standard ground-floor wall exits are $249; roof exits, runs over 25 feet, multiple bends, or heavy buildup run up to $449 — always confirmed before work begins. Check where your setup lands with the dryer vent cost calculator.
Full vent run cleaning with before/after airflow test
The Work
What a dryer vent cleaning actually does.
A dryer doesn't dry clothes — airflow does. The heating element only works if moist air leaves the building fast. As lint narrows the duct, cycles stretch, the machine runs hot, the thermal fuse trips, and the utility bill quietly climbs. Most "broken dryer" calls we hear about are actually blocked vents.
The cleaning works the entire run: rotary brushes sized to the duct, worked from both ends, with vacuum extraction capturing what breaks loose. The exterior cap gets inspected and cleared — a crushed or screen-clogged cap chokes airflow as badly as lint does — and the vent is reconnected properly at the appliance. The before-and-after airflow test is the receipt: you see the restriction removed in measured numbers. Many clients pair it with their annual chimney cleaning — one visit, both flues in the house cleared and documented.
The airflow test matters more than the brushing — a vent can look clear at both ends and still be packed in the middle bend. Measured before-and-after numbers are the only honest proof the run is actually open, which is why every Brown Chimney vent cleaning includes them as standard.
When to book
What are the signs your dryer vent needs cleaning?
A restricted vent tells on itself — through the dryer, the laundry room, and the utility bill. These are the signs our crews hear most. If two or more sound familiar, the fix is a single 30-minute visit.
Booking a chimney sweep anyway? The two services pair naturally — one visit, both systems cleared, one written report covering both. Ask when you book your inspection and we'll schedule them together.
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A chimney isn't clean because it looks clean. It's clean when the flue shows bare masonry — and we photograph it to prove it.
Ben Brown
Owner
The Brown Chimney Standard
The visit your neighbors already recommend.
No-mess guarantee
If we leave a single visible soot mark on your floor or furniture, the visit is free. Period.
Proven, not promised
Airflow tested, photos taken, findings documented — every result you can verify yourself.
Same crew, every visit
You get a W-2 technician you'll recognize next year — not a rotating cast of subcontractors.
Written, photo-backed report
Every job ends with a PDF. Great for insurance, great for selling the home, great for peace of mind.
What to expect
What happens during a dryer vent cleaning?
A standard visit runs about 30–45 minutes. Here is every step, in order — including the airflow numbers that prove the vent is actually open.
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Airflow test — before
The run is measured at the exterior cap before anything is touched. This number is your baseline — and your proof at the end.
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Disconnect & access
The dryer is pulled, the transition hose disconnected, and both ends of the duct opened for full-run access.
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Rotary brush cleaning
Brushes sized to the duct work the entire run from both directions, with vacuum extraction capturing lint as it breaks loose — including the bends where clogs hide.
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Cap inspection & clearing
The exterior cap is cleared and checked — a crushed or screen-blocked cap chokes airflow as badly as lint does.
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Reconnect & airflow test — after
The vent is properly reconnected and the airflow measured again. Before-and-after numbers go in your report: the restriction is gone, and you can see it.
For transparency
What this visit doesn't cover.
Dryer appliance repair — we clean and reconnect the vent; the machine itself is an appliance tech's territory
Duct replacement or re-routing (quoted separately if the run is crushed, disconnected, or non-compliant)
Bird or animal nest removal from the vent (quoted on-site before work begins)
FAQs
Common questions about dryer vent cleaning
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost?
Brown Chimney dryer vent cleaning is $249 for a standard ground-floor wall exit. Roof exits, runs over 25 feet, multiple bends, or heavy buildup run up to $449 — always confirmed before work begins. Every cleaning includes a before-and-after airflow test.
How often should a dryer vent be cleaned?
Once a year for most households — more often with heavy laundry loads, long duct runs, or pets in the home. If clothes need more than one cycle or the dryer runs hot, don't wait for the calendar: those are active restriction signs.
Can a clogged dryer vent really cause a fire?
Yes. Lint is highly flammable and a blocked vent traps the heat that ignites it — clogged dryer vents cause thousands of U.S. house fires every year. It's one of the most preventable fire risks in a home, which is exactly why the fix is a routine annual service.
Will cleaning the vent make my dryer work better?
Almost always. A restricted vent is the most common reason for long dry times, hot laundry rooms, and mid-cycle shutoffs. Brown Chimney tests airflow before and after every cleaning, so you see the improvement in measured numbers — not a guess.
How long does dryer vent cleaning take?
A standard visit takes 30–45 minutes, including the airflow tests and cap inspection. Long runs, roof exits, or heavy buildup can extend that — the technician confirms timing on arrival, before any work begins.
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Every Brown Chimney vent cleaning covers the full run from appliance to cap, with airflow tested before and after so the result is proven in numbers. Book online or call — and stop paying to run a dryer against a blocked pipe.