Expert Chimney Sweep, Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning in Easton, PA

The timing of changing your air filters varies as with filter size, rating, and conditions of usage. A general rule of thumb for residential settings is that, a 1" filter should last one to three months of service. 4" filters should last between four and six months of service before needing replacement. Conditions such as high outdoor dust and pollution, pets, number of inhabitants in the home, and how clean the air ducts are, will all play a role in air filter lifespan expectance.

All vent and return covers are removed (when possible without damage). The ducts are placed under negative pressure/ constant vacuum pull with our power vacuum systems, to remove contaminants and prevent dust blowing back into the home . Air sweep lines and pnuematic dislogers agitate dirt and debris off of the duct walls and into the negative pressure system. Air ducts may be sprayed with a safe, epa approved sanitizer to eliminate any leftover allergens or bacteria. Removed vent and return covers are hand brushed, vacuumed, and reinstalled. Work areas are detailed after the work is completed to ensure a mess free experience for our clients.

The dryer exhaust duct is placed under negative pressure. Next air sweep and dislogers are strategically sent through the entire dryer vent run to agitate, loosen, and remove all lint and blockages. Dryer vent is reconnected and work areas are detailed to leave a mess free finish for our customers. Dryer vent function test and airflow testing, are the final steps performed to ensure trouble free operation until our next visit.

Clogged dryer vents can cause many problems. There is the hazard of starting a fire due blockages from excess lint or even birds nest causing an exhaust airlfow bottleneck. Aside from fires, backed up dryer vents also cause poor dryer performance, taking multiple cycles to dry a load of laundry. Premature equipment failure is also common as a poor flowing dryer vent puts unnecessary strain on the clothes dryer and its delicate components.

The cost of dryer vent cleaning may vary greatly depending on some key factors. Bends and length, accessibility to the duct, and amount of build-up all play a role in the actual cost of cleaning. Home owners can expect to pay $199-$299 for the average dryer exhaust running 25 ft. or less from the dryer to the outside of the home. Scenerios which involve accessing the attic or a crawl space for cleaning, runs 25 ft. or greater, involve an inline booster fan, or birds nest removal may bring the cost higher. Exact cost will be determined through a consultation with a Specialty Air Ducts professional, who will take the complete scope of work to be performed into consideration.