Clothes Dryer Vent Fires

To start off, the leading cause of fires in the home is caused by lint buildup in the dryer vent. Over time the damp lint starts to accumulate on the inside of the dryer as well as the ventilation components, which exhaust the damp air out doors. As the lint gets thicker it drys out on the walls of the dryer ducts and becomes a fire hazard. Since many clothes dryers are powered by gas they use an open flame which can easily throw a spark, increasing the chance of a dryer vent fire. If you have an electric dryer, don’t assume you will be safe. The temperatures created by either a gas, or electric system is enough to start a fire.

Taking Longer for Clothes to Dry?

Most people are unaware that it’s the lint which builds up inside their dryer that is making it take longer for their clothes to dry. It is recommended by nearly all clothes dryer manufacturers to have it cleaned annually, especially if the dryer is used frequently. By having an annual dryer vent cleaning it will save on your energy bill, generally making it pay off each year in savings alone. The time it takes to dry your clothes will be shortened and will be an added convenience, the money saved on energy may be spent elsewhere, but most importantly, removing all the lint from inside the vents and the fire box of your clothes dryer will help prevent a lint fire in your home.

The Best Method to Clean Dryer Vents

Depending on the method that we use, we offer a variety of systems to clean your dry vent. We sometimes have to use an Air Snake that goes down into your vent to clean out all of the lint. In some cases, we have to disable some parts of the dryer to get in and clean it thoroughly. Most of the dryers that we come in contact with have a short enough Dryer vent system that we can use reversed air.

The Reversed Air method which is the most common method that we use in most cases is the preferred technique. This is also one of the most efficient ways of cleaning your dryer vent. In this process, we are able to use reversed air by turning on your dryer and going to the outside of your home where your dryer vent is located. From there we use a high pressured, truck mounted vacuum, provided we are able to get the truck close enough to your home’s clothes dryer exhaust vent. In the event that we are unable to get close enough to the home we will use our high powered portable vacuum. By doing this type of cleaning, we are able to extract nearly all of the lint out of your dryer system so that it is ready to run like new, with no messy residue left behind. If you have more questions, or when you are ready to schedule dryer vent cleaning, feel free to order online or give us a call at 612-412-1867.

When drying clothes, one may realize that the clothes take a longer to dry than usual. At times, the clothes may not dry completely or may seem hotter than usual after drying. This shows that lint is building up in the dryers and could cause the dryer to malfunction. It is advisable to seek the services of a professional duct cleaning or dryer vent cleaning company to ensure effective running of the dryer. Sometimes the dryer may become hotter than usual which means there is an impending danger. If one notices a burnt smell int he dryer when it is running, it means that the dryer is not working properly. Clogging of the filter with lint could cause these problems and effective measures should be undertaken to curb the problem. If not so, the dryer could blow up and may cause incidents such as a fire.

It is important to make sure that the lint filter is properly cleaned and vacuum cleaning will not completely clean the filter. This is because vacuum attachments have less capability of separating lint from the duct. Physical agitation of the lint from the duct is necessary by use of dryer vent cleaning brush kit. This is a special brush that will ensure effective cleaning of the dryer. Another effective tool is the duct cleaning brush kit. It is an effective long bristle brush that ensures that the lint screen is completely clean. Dryer vents can be cleaned using a jet-snake. This a tool of compressed air that will remove lint from the vent by use of pressure.

While cleaning the dryer, one should clean the lint trap filter and clean the filter screen using a bristled brush. The housing cavity should also be cleaned using a flexible brush with a fiberglass handle. A home vacuum cleaner could be used to completely remove any lint inside the vacuum lint trap housing cavity. The dryer vent should be disconnected for efficient cleaning. However, cleaning the duct may be a tough job to many people. A professional dryer vent cleaner should be consulted for complicated dryers. The dryer hose also accumulates lint which sometimes passes the filter and should be cleaned. For efficient running of the dryer, it is advisable to consider dryer vent cleaning services from a professional company.

If it’s been a while since you’ve had your dryer vent cleaned, why not schedule it today? While you are at it, we can look at your furnace and air ducts to help you determine the best time for duct cleaning also.

Minneapolis Furnace Cleaning – it’s that Time of Year Again!

It’s already the first of September, wow! Where did the summer go?  Soon we will be cranking up the heat and watching our utility bills climb. Sorry, but if you live in the Minneapolis Twin Cities area, it is unavoidable. Getting your furnace cleaned is an excellent way to conserve energy and save money on those utility bills. When your furnace is dirty, you are burning fuel in an inefficient manner. In a sense, your hard earned cash is going right out the chimney. If you live in the Twin Cities, annual furnace cleaning is a necessity.

In Addition to Minneapolis Furnace Cleaning, What About That Air Filter?

A dirty air filter simply makes your furnace breathe harder. To over simplify, imagine wrapping a thick scarf around you nose and mouth. In much the same way, your furnace has to draw air through the pleated filter and dust, dirt and debris. Our technicians will help recommend how often you should change your filter. A single person, who doesn’t smoke and has no pets will be able to change their filter less than a family of four with pets.

Duct Cleaning Twin Cities, a Name You Can Trust

When it comes to furnace cleaning, duct cleaning, chimney cleaning, dryer vent cleaning and more, call the Minneapolis furnace cleaning pros at Duct Cleaning Twin Cities. We have been in business for over 50 years as Hoffman Heating and have served our community well. Call 612-412-1867 for Minneapolis furnace cleaning today.

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Twin Cities Duct Cleaning – West and Northwest

Our technicians generally take the truck home at night which means they can start out the day working around their home or end the day in their area. We have technicians from the Edina and Minnetonka area, as well as the Maple Grove and Brooklyn Park area. So for them to do duct cleaning and ac cleaning in Plymouth, MN or Richfield, MN or Blaine, MN is no problem at all.

Twin Cities Duct Cleaning – South and Southwest

In the South we have duct cleaners coming from the Burnsville, MN and Apple Valley areas. These technicians can easily service the Eagan, MN and Eden Prairie, MN territory providing duct cleaning in the whole south and southwest metro area.

Please keep in mind, that even if this were not the case, we could easily travel to anywhere in the Twin Cities. With the volume of duct cleaning appointments we run on any given day, there is always a service truck somewhere in your neighborhood.

Other Services Provided by Duct Cleaning Twin Cities

In addition to duct cleaning we also provide the following cleaning services: 

• Air Conditioner Vent Cleaning
• Dryer Vent Cleaning
• Furnace Cleaning
• Chimney Cleaning (Chimney Sweep)
• A-Coil Cleaning
• Fireplace Cleaning
• Wood Stove Cleaning
• Much more…just ask!

So, whether you live in Minnetonka, Shakopee, Rosemount, MN or anywhere else in the twin Cities, we would be delighted to offer either our air conditioner cleaning or any of our other duct cleaning services. Please give us a call to get on the duct cleaning schedule; 612-412-1867. Thanks and see you soon.

• Furnace Cleaning
• Dryer Vent Cleaning
• Chimney Cleaning
• A/C Vent Cleaning

Improve Indoor Air Quality with Regular Duct Cleaning in the Twin Cities

Dirty ductwork is a major source of indoor air pollution. Airborne contaminants like, dust, dirt and allergens are drawn into the air ducts, through the cold air return, every time the heating and cooling system kicks on. Over time, these contaminants build up inside the air ducts, creating a natural breeding ground for mold, bacteria, fungi and other microbes.

This is particularly true if you have a central air conditioning system like most homeowners do. The damp, cool, air produced by the evaporator, also known as the a-coil, is distributed throughout your air ducts. This creates a comfortable climate in your home, but mold spores and other organisms also thrive in those conditions.

Air Filtration Alone is not Enough

Dust particles drawn into the ductwork typically pass through fiberglass filters and infiltrate your HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) system, undermining the performance and energy efficiency of these systems. These particles that make it past the filter can lead to higher maintenance and repair costs, and shorter service life in the long run.

The EPA has this to Say:

According to the EPA, “a build-up of only 0.42″ of dirt on a heating or cooling coil can decrease efficiency by 21%”. Keep in mind a 21% decrease in energy consumption is huge considering homeowners are spending thousands of dollars to enhance their system with new energy savings devices and are excited about a savings of much less.

Furnace manufacturers all recommend an annual furnace cleaning, tune-up and inspection of your furnace. Based on what the EPA says, combined with furnace manufacturer recommendations, it might be time for you to have your furnace, a/c coil and air ducts cleaned. Call 612-412-1867 today to get on the Duct Cleaning Schedule!. DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 412-1867.

Quite often we are asked what areas we service and what our boundaries are for duct cleaning, so we decided to publish this short list of service areas where we clean air ducts, etc. We have listed some of the bigger metro locations around our Twin City duct cleaning area also known as Minneapolis/Saint Paul MN.

Duct cleaning, furnace cleaning, dryer vent cleaning services provided here:

Andover | Anoka | Apple Valley | Austin | Blaine | Bloomington | Brooklyn Center | Brooklyn Park | Burnsville | Champlin | Chanhassen | Chaska | Columbia Hts | Coon Rapids | Cottage Grove | Crystal | Eagan | Eden Prairie | Edina | Elk River | Farmington | Forest Lake | Fridley | Golden Valley | Hastings | Hopkins | IGH | Lakeville | Lino Lakes | Maple Grove | Maplewood | Minneapolis | Minnetonka | Mpls | New Brighton | New Hope | North Field | Oakdale | Plymouth | Prior Lake | Ramsey | Richfield | Robbinsdale | Rosemount | Roseville | Saint Louis Park | Saint Paul | Savage | Shakopee | Shoreview | So St. Paul | Stillwater | Twin Cities | W St. Paul | Wayzata | WBL | Woodbury

Here is the complete list of the Duct Cleaning Twin Cities towns in which we provide our duct cleaning service. DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 412-1867

It’s been more than two hours and your clothes still are damp. If this sounds familiar, it could be time for you to have your dryer vent cleaned. If you are sure that your clothes dryer is warming up (maybe even too hot) and your clothes are tumbling, you may have a lint filled, plugged-up dryer duct. Time to call in the professional at Twin Cities Duct Cleaning.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Shortens Drying Times, Saves You Money and Prevents Fires!

Dryer Vent Cleaning Prices

The cost of dryer vent cleaning varies widely from one company to the next. Another point to consider is who is doing the work. An appliance repair technician is considerably more expensive than a professional dryer vent cleaning company like Twin Cities Duct Cleaning. Dryer vent cleaning prices seem to vary from $65 when included with another service already being performed at your home (duct cleaning for example), to $199 if a special trip is made by a repaiman. Companies will often charge more for dryer vents which are seriously plugged or have long runs. Fore example, a dryer vent which is vented to the other side of the house, two stories up and out through the roof will be charged more. That said, it’s quite rare when we see that. Most are pretty straight forward and are charged the quoted rate.

Look for a company that will give you a guaranteed quote on dryer vent cleaning. If the duct cleaning company needs to come out to do an inspection and give a quote, expect to pay a lot more. At DuctCleaningTwinCities.com the price is always guaranteed; $65 when included with air duct cleaning, or $99 for dryer vent cleaning only. Remember, the same equipment which is used for duct cleaning is also used to clean dryer vents, so there is minimal setup required if we are alrady doing a duct cleaning or furnace cleaning.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Benefits:

• Faster drying times – the damp air is vented outdoors instead of recirculating within the tumble chamber.
• A clean clothes dryer vent consumes less energy – The longer it takes to dry your clothes, the more energy you use. Most homeowners realize more than enough energy savings in just the first 3 months to pay for the service call!
• House fire hazard avoided – the lint which has built-up over time in the heating chamber and dryer vent is removed, eliminating spontaneous combustion due to excessive heat.

Call (612) 412-1867 for dryer vent cleaning, duct cleaning and more in the Twin Cities.

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Price $99.95 Special $65*

Twin Cities Duct Cleaning – will clean the heating box situated behind and underneath the tumble compartment of your dryer. When you clean your lint catcher, lint and other objects fall to the bottom of your dryer’s heating compartment, it ends up in what is known as the heating box. After cleaning the heating box, we will then clean the dryer vents. the clothes dryer duct will be cleaned from the back of the dryer to the out side clothes dryer exhaust vent using an air snake while vacuuming out all the lint build-up, dirt and debris.

Lint Build-up can Cause House Fires

Lint build-up is highly flammable and is also the leading cause of house fires. Lint build-up in the dryer vents will cause longer drying times and quite often, complete blockage of vents. Read what the Consumer Product Safety Commission has to say about dryer vent cleaning.

Clothes Dryer Manufacturers Recommend an Annual Dryer Vent Cleaning, so CALL (612) 412-1867 Today!

DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Twin Cities Air Duct Cleaning in partnership with Hoffman Heating and Duct Cleaning has been in business for over 50 years! We take pride in our reputation and enjoy helping Twin Cities homeowners across the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area enjoy a healthier, cleaner indoor air environment. Our duct cleaning company and dryer vent cleaning cleaning service is considered by our customers to be the TOP RANKED AIR DUCT CLEANING COMPANY in all of the Greater Minneapolis metro area, also known as Twin Cities, MN area.

MN Air Duct Cleaning Special – $99!

Complete Duct Cleaning & Dryer Vent Cleaning

It’s a well known fact that duct cleaning can improve indoor air quality. At the same time it may extend the life of your furnace and a/c system by eliminating built-up dirt and contaminants from the air ducts in your home heating and cooling system.

Twin Cities Dryer Vent Cleaning – $65!*

Our Duct Cleaners provide total indoor air quality solutions with our professional duct cleaning services throughout the Twin Cities metro area. While we are cleaning your air ducts, we would be happy to clean your dryer vents for just $65. Since the dryer vent is one of the leading causes of house fires in the Twin Cities, why not have us clean your dryer vent while we are already at your home. If it’s been taking longer than usual to dry your clothes, you are thowing money right out through your dryer vent!

To get on the schedule CALL (612) 412-1867 TODAY!

DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402
*when included with air duct cleaning

Our intention with this duct cleaning blog is to help you the customer gain a better understanding of the methods and techniques used in maintaining a home heating and air conditioning system. Another goal is to inform Minneapolis homeowners about the importance of regular duct cleaning and routine furnace cleaning as a part of annual home maintenance.

Benefits of Duct Cleaning

• Cleaner Air – so you can breathe easier
• Less Household Dust – means less dusting
• Clean Furnace & A/C System – your equipment will last longer
• Better Air Flow through the ductwork – means lower utility bills

These are just a few of the many duct cleaning benefits any Twin Cities homeowner should consider as necessary and integral part of home maintenance. We will also be discussing these benefits and many more in future posts. You can also expect to find information on duct cleaning prices, dryer vent cleaning, furnace cleaning, chimney cleaning and much more. – DuctCleaningTwinCities.com, 40 South 7th Street, Suite 212-144D, Minneapolis, MN 55402, (612) 412-1867