Dryer Vent Wizard of N.E. North Carolina

Dryer vent systems aren't as simple as they look, trust us. They can be quite complex and often differ from one property to another. Our dedication to safeguarding your home from dryer fires requires thoroughly inspecting your system before we can offer you a price quote. What does that entail? Let us explain: Inspection Your system is more than just a tube through the wall! There are minimum thicknesses, elbows, joint connections, hangers, length calculations, termination points, building code requirements, air flow readings, and lint inside the dryer that you can't see. Our inspection lets us know where your system's major components are located and if they are working correctly. Besides the visual inspection, we also use special tools to measure airflow. Post Inspection After our inspection, our Wizards provide price quotes specific to your home. As no two houses are identical, the same can be said about your dryer and laundry setup. Overall, three main factors contribute to the price. They include the length of the line, height off the ground, and evaluation for code compliance. Assessing the components of your dryer vent system should always be left to professionals. Length of the Line Remember that dryer vents can vary in length, some measuring 80 feet! (We don't have to tell you eighty feet is quite a distance.) Going this far into a dryer vent isn't for amateurs, and specialized training and equipment are needed to ensure the span of all dryer vents is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. Our mission is to keep you, your family, and your home safe from the potential dangers that may arise from issues caused by dryer vents --- you can count on us for that! Height off the Ground Did you know dryer vents can terminate in a crawl space, on the roof, or on the main level of a house? Figuring this out on your own could be quite a challenge, and most likely, you don't have the specialized equipment to clean the vent. Not to mention climbing a ladder and risking your life to clean your dryer vent when our experts are well-trained. Code Compliance You are likely familiar with foil or plastic dryer venting that you can pick up at your local hardware store. We hate to inform you that these popular types of venting are unsafe for venting your dryer. The ridges collect lint and are flammable, making them non-code-compliant. Our Wizards like to follow the rules; if we discover these venting materials, we will happily replace them with venting constructed of code-compliant material. Appliance manufacturers recommend servicing your dryer vent regularly to keep the dryer running efficiently and reduce the risk of a dryer fire. Check your appliance manual for your manufacturer's suggested maintenance schedule.

t's been all the rage lately to go online or to a big box store and pick up a DIY dryer vent cleaning kit. There is some value in these tools. And in many cases, they will do a fair job of cleaning the dryer vent. The trouble is that these tools are low-quality and unlike professional-grade brushes; they tend to break or unscrew inside the vent and become very difficult to remove. We have been responding to several weekly calls due to brushes breaking off inside the wall. Often, we can retrieve the brush, but sometimes we cannot, and it becomes necessary to cut open the wall or the pipe to retrieve the broken brush. Bottom line: These tools are somewhat okay, but there is no comparison between the $45 tool and a pro-grade kit that costs upwards of $1500. If you buy one of these kits, follow the instructions carefully, set the clutch on your drill to the lowest setting, and never reverse the direction of the motor. Just be careful. Cleaning your dryer vent can be risky. Take into consideration things like. Do I need to get on my roof or use a ladder to access the cap? Will I have to enter my crawl space to access parts of the vent? What are the electrical hazards? Will I have a reaction to the lint in the vent? Do I want to spend half my day off cleaning the vent? If you try it and break the brush off in the vent, it's no problem! We are happy to help, give us a call, and we will get it out.

Not necessarily. Often dryer performance issues are due to vent problems like lint buildup or clogged vents rather than the dryer itself. It's best to have your dryer vent inspected and cleaned before replacing the dryer.

In humid regions, warm moist air from outside can condense inside the dryer vent and cause dampness or odors. This can be worsened by dirty vent caps, poor ventilation design, or leaks in vent pipes.

Pricing varies due to vent length, height, and compliance with building codes. A professional inspection is necessary to provide an accurate quote based on your specific dryer vent system.

Try to avoid DIY cleaning kits as they may break. If a brush breaks off, professional technicians can usually retrieve it safely. Contact us for assistance in removing broken tools from your vent.

We specialize in dryer vent cleaning, repair, installation, hotel laundry cleaning, bird nest removal, and provide visual inspections and line sanitizing services.

We proudly serve Raleigh, Wake Forest, Garner, Rolesville, Knightdale, Wendel, and surrounding areas including cities in Wake County such as Apex, Cary, and Holly Spring.

We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM by appointment.

Nearby businesses like FirstService Residential (property management) and EXIT Realty Preferred (real estate) can assist customers with housing queries. Customers might visit these afterward for related services.

Yes, Blue Balloon ABA and Whole, Happy, And Healed Counseling Clinic are nearby and can provide support services relevant for customers seeking counseling or fitness training.

Local providers like File Savers Data Recovery for IT services, Homeworks Environmental Inspections, and MTC Heating and Air Conditioning can support home maintenance needs customers may have.