How often should you clean your dryer venting? Well that depends on a few things, such as how often you use your dryer, how far the venting is and how many elbows your dryer system has.

We have created this quick test you can fill out online or using the point system that we have laid out for you to determine how often you should have the venting cleaned out.

For the online version go to: http://furnacecleaning.info/dryer-vent-cleaning.php and take the DryMax Quiz.

For the point version just read on:

How often do you use your dryer?

Less than 5 time’s a week, 1 point

6-12 times per week, 3 Points

More than 12 times per week, 5 Points

How long is your dryer vent pipe?

1-10 Feet, 1 Point

11-20 Feet, 3 points

More than 20 feet, 5 points

How many 90 degree elbows in the vent pipe?

1 elbow, 1 point

2 elbows, 3 points

More than 3 elbows, 5 points

How big is your dryer?

Full size, 1 point

Medium capacity, 3 points

Combo stacking unit, 5 points

If you scored from 4-9 points you are in the Low Risk Zone and only require having your dryer venting cleaned about every two years.

If you scored from 10-13 points your are in the Moderate Risk Zone and should have your dryer venting cleaned every 10-14 months.

If you scored 14 points or higher you are in the High Risk Zone and should have your dryer venting cleaned every six months.

Dryer vent cleaning is a very important aspect of your home maintenance program. A clean dryer vent system will allow your clothes to dry faster and keep your electrical bills in check. A partially clogged dryer vent can cost you as much as $30.00 dollars per month more to dry your clothes than a clean dryer vent system.

Dryer vents are one of the top causes of home fires every year. It’s a good idea to check the dryer vent every time you check your smoke detector. Use our unique dryer vent safety strips to be sure that your venting is performing the way it should.

To view our vent safety strips go here: http://www.furnacecleaning.info/dryer-vent-check.php

I hope that this helps you understand your dryer venting a little better, if you have any questions about dryer venting please call us at 780-598-5966

A-1 Ductworks is a Fort McMurray Alberta Furnace Duct Cleaning company.