We hired Jason to clean out two dryer ducts, one for our suite, and one for the main house. He did a great job, was courteous, professional & a pleasure to deal with. He also showed up on time, which is in my books a great start.
Since we had neglected to have regular cleanings done on our dryer ducts, the job required a little inginuity on Jason's part. One of the ducts was riddled with moisture and clogged badly. Jason created a hook using a coat hanger which he attached to the duct cleaning hose to help grab the dog hair clog which was deep into the pipe (20 feet in).
At this point he politely suggested we call him to check the ducts every 2-3 years, rather than 12 years, as this kind of stress on my dryer would shorten it's lifespan - good point! :)
I would highly recommend Jason. We were very pleased with his duct cleaning service, and his love for his work was pleasantly obvious.
- Approximate cost of services:
- $160.00
- Any advice to offer fellow homeowners facing a similar project?
- Make sure you clean your ducts on a regular basis, especially if the length of the duct is long like ours is. Jason recommended every 2-3 years, as regular duct cleaning will aid in the efficiency of your dryer. Key signs to look for are when your dryer seems to be taking longer than usual to dry a standard load of clothes, or by visually inspecting the vent at the outside location for moisture & excess lint build up. While the dryer is running, check to see how much air is exchanging from the vent - low flow is an indication of a need to have the duct professionally cleaned. Also check the vent from the back of the dryer to the wall, as lint build up can accumulate there as well.