Dryer Vent Cleaning
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Whether you’re a homeowner looking to service your dryer or a business owner with commercial equipment, we’re the team you can rely on. We know dryer vent cleaning isn’t always top of mind, but it’s something that should be handled regularly.
Even a small obstruction can cause your dryer vent to work twice as hard. Whether you do it yourself or hire a professional, what matters most is that your dryer vents are being cleaned regularly.
Benefits
More efficient operation
Reduced fire hazards
Mold and bacteria prevention
Increased dryer vent longevity
Regular dryer vent cleaning can help reduce fire hazards, limit mold buildup, and extend the life of your dryer. Just like a dirty air duct affects HVAC efficiency, a clogged dryer vent makes your appliance work harder.
The smallest of blockages can still slow drying times and drive up your energy costs. If your clothes take longer to dry or your utility bills jump, it might be time for a professional dryer vent cleaning.
Your dryer’s job is to remove moisture left behind from the wash cycle.
The most important way your dryer removes moisture is venting
Without proper venting, heated air and moisture stay trapped inside the drum. If all your dryer did was spin and heat up, the air would quickly overheat with no way for the moisture to escape. A clear vent lets moisture exit the system. But if lint and debris block that vent, the moisture gets trapped. That damp environment can lead to the growth of bacteria and mold inside your vent system.
It’s also worth noting—lint is highly flammable. That’s why dryers come with lint traps, and why it’s critical to empty them regularly. When lint builds up and combines with heat, it creates a serious fire hazard. Failing to clean the vent or the trap can put your home at risk.
Signs it's Time to Clean Your Dryer Vent
- 1.
Dry cycles that are consistently longer than normal
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Laundry that is hot to the touch when it’s finished drying
- 3.
Your dryer overheats
- 4.
Burning smells
- 5.
A buildup of lint and debris around the outside end of the vent
- 6.
It’s been more than a year since the dryer vent has been cleaned
Reviews
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Capitol duct cleaning is a good company to work with. Their employee, Brett, did a wonderful job and was very knowledgeable.
I had my air ducts cleaned Capitol Duct Cleaning’s tech(s) Daishaun N. And Lucas B. They were a group of young professionals who did an outstanding job. They took the time to explain what they were doing as they worked. I appreciated that as a customer. They were both patient with all my questions. I will definitely use them again. It was a great experience.
Dominick was on time for duct cleaning, respectful of my home, and very thorough. He answered every question to my understanding and explained every detail. I am happy with the service, and have already recommended Capital Duct Cleaning to my friends on the same day. The charge is below of their competitor’s’ bids.
Brett with Capital Duct Cleaning installed a 4-in filter box on our furnace. Once again, he was highly skilled, fantastic with sharing information and educating us, very thorough with craftsmanship and cleaning up afterwards, and very kind. I would highly recommend this company for all kinds of work on furnaces, after hour two experiences with them. I'm already recommending them to friends and neighbors.
The woman at the office that gave me my estimate was incredibly nice and very helpful. Setting up the service was equally pleasant. Dominick was our service tech and he was very polite, friendly, and informative. He informed us at every step how things were going and what the next step would be. Would highly recommend!
I had an excellent experience with Capitol Duct Cleaning! Larry and Q were fantastic—professional, friendly, and extremely thorough. They took the time to explain everything they were doing, showed me before-and-after photos, and made sure the entire system was cleaned perfectly. You can tell they take pride in their work. My home already feels fresher, and the airflow is noticeably better.
I highly recommend Capitol Duct Cleaning, especially if you’re lucky enough to get Larry and Q. Outstanding service from start to finish!
I highly recommend Capitol Duct Cleaning, especially if you’re lucky enough to get Larry and Q. Outstanding service from start to finish!
They were quick and efficient, and provided photos of what they had done. I couldn’t be happier with the results and service!
Response from the owner 21:02 24 May 24
Thank you for taking time to leave us this great review Alan. We appreciate the opportunity to assist. 
Very professional and friendly service!! Answered all questions I had and were so kind and considerate. Gave me information about my furnace that I needed. I will recommend your company to everyone we know.
Response from the owner 23:09 07 Nov 25
Thank you for sharing with us Mindy! We’re so glad to hear you had a positive experience with our team. Providing friendly, knowledgeable service and making sure our customers feel informed is always our goal. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again in the future!
Every single person I spoke to from Capitol Duct Cleaning was fantastic. The person I talked to on the phone to schedule was very nice and encouraging and the technicians (Ross, Quintin and Larry) that came out were very helpful especially considering we didn't know much about the history of our house regarding duct work. They were able to get everything cleared out and cleaned out quickly and were very kind and personable while doing so!
I highly recommend this company!
I highly recommend this company!
Response from the owner 23:15 07 Nov 25
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with our team. Ross, Quintin, Larry, and our scheduling staff will be so happy to know they made a positive impression. We’re glad we could help get your ducts cleaned and everything running smoothly. We truly appreciate you choosing Capitol Duct and taking the time to share your experience!
The team at Capitol Duct is truly second to none. As a fellow Contractor and local Veteran Owned Business, we’ve come to rely on them as our most trusted partner for all HVAC, duct, and furnace/A/C diagnostic needs. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail are unmatched.
We confidently refer our clients to Capitol Duct knowing they’ll receive exceptional service every time. Whether residential or commercial, we highly recommend reaching out to their team.
We confidently refer our clients to Capitol Duct knowing they’ll receive exceptional service every time. Whether residential or commercial, we highly recommend reaching out to their team.
Response from the owner 17:56 07 Nov 25
Thank you for the kind words and for trusting our team! We’re proud to partner with a fellow Veteran-Owned business and truly appreciate your confidence and referrals. It’s always a pleasure working together!
Dryer duct was completely clogged. They came out the day after I called and had it open in an hour for what I thought was a reasonable fee. I will use them again.
Response from the owner 23:08 07 Nov 25
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re glad we could get your dryer vent cleared quickly and that you were happy with our service and pricing. We appreciate you trusting Capitol Duct and look forward to assisting in the future. 
Wonderful job.
Response from the owner 20:34 05 Nov 25
Thank you for choosing Capitol Duct, Leslie. 
Russ was on time and went to work! We had never had our air ducts cleaned previously. Based on the dirt built up in the blower motor we just had cleaned, it seemed logical to have the ducts cleaned as well. I was somewhat skeptical of the need to have it done but was pleasantly surprised by all the grime in the return air ducts. Not cheap but they did an A+ job!
Response from the owner 20:35 05 Nov 25
Thank you for sharing your experience, Mark! We’re glad to hear Ross took great care of you and that you were able to see the difference in the return duct system. It’s completely understandable to be unsure at first, especially if the ducts haven’t been cleaned before — we’re happy the results spoke for themselves. We truly appreciate the trust and the opportunity to help improve your home’s air quality. Thank you again for choosing Capitol Duct. 
I would highly recommend this duct cleaning company! I truly appreciate the technician, Quintin, who came to my home—he did an outstanding job. From the moment he arrived, I could tell he was very professional. He wore shoe covers and brought high-quality, efficient equipment that provided a deep and thorough air duct cleaning. He also shared helpful knowledge and before-and-after pictures with me, which I really appreciated.
I also want to thank the front desk team, especially Amy and her co-worker. Because of my kids’ school event, they went out of their way to accommodate my schedule. I can’t thank them enough for their flexibility and kindness.
Overall, I’m extremely satisfied with the service. Highly recommended!
I also want to thank the front desk team, especially Amy and her co-worker. Because of my kids’ school event, they went out of their way to accommodate my schedule. I can’t thank them enough for their flexibility and kindness.
Overall, I’m extremely satisfied with the service. Highly recommended!
Just had my dryer duct cleaned out! Andrew was on time, very pleasant, and got right to work with the cleaning. Thank you for your quick work making my dryer safe again!
Andrew was great! Hard worker! Very knowledgeable! Capitol duct cleaning is a great company. I will continue to use them!
Matt S. did a great job installing rodent exclusion. No more squirrels in my attic crawlspace!
Response from the owner 22:50 09 Jun 25
Thank you so much for the kind review, Anthony! We're glad to hear that Matt S. did a great job with your rodent exclusion and that your attic crawlspace is now squirrel-free. We'll be sure to pass along your feedback to him. We appreciate your trust in our team and are here if you need anything in the future!
Andrew was friendly and got the job done quickly. Thanks so much!!!
Response from the owner 22:51 09 Jun 25
Thank you for the great review Tristin! We're happy to hear Andrew was friendly and got the job done quickly. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with him. We appreciate your support and hope to work with you again in the future!
Andrew was awesome. Birds had gotten into our dryer exhaust and made several nests. He got it all cleaned out and sealed up. Fast efficient service .
Response from the owner 22:52 09 Jun 25
Thank you for sharing your experience Garrett! We're so glad Andrew was able to take care of the bird nests in your dryer exhaust and get everything cleaned out and sealed up properly. Fast and efficient service is what we aim for, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Andrew. Thanks again for choosing Capitol Duct. 
Joe was great! Right on time and very professional. He never felt rushed and took time to clean each vent. Really appreciate it!
Response from the owner 22:53 09 Jun 25
Thank you for the awesome review Jordan! We're so glad to hear Joe was punctual, professional, and thorough with your vent cleaning. We truly appreciate your feedback and will make sure Joe hears how much his work meant to you. Thanks for trusting Capitol Duct. 
Absolutely outstanding service!
The team came out to clean our ductwork and dryer vent, and they did a thorough, professional job from start to finish. They were polite, genuinely friendly, and took the time to explain every step of the process, answering all our questions with patience. They also sanitized the system and gave helpful, non-pushy recommendations for maintaining clean indoor air. We immediately noticed a difference in air quality. Highly recommend!
The team came out to clean our ductwork and dryer vent, and they did a thorough, professional job from start to finish. They were polite, genuinely friendly, and took the time to explain every step of the process, answering all our questions with patience. They also sanitized the system and gave helpful, non-pushy recommendations for maintaining clean indoor air. We immediately noticed a difference in air quality. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner 17:48 04 Jun 25
Thank you so much for the amazing review, Nathaniel! We're excited to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team. Providing thorough, professional service while keeping our customers informed and comfortable is always our goal. We're glad you noticed an improvement in your air quality right away — that’s exactly what we aim for! Thank you for trusting Capitol Duct with your air system needs. We truly appreciate the recommendation, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything in the future.
Thank you! Excellent service
Response from the owner 17:49 04 Jun 25
We love seeing 5-star reviews. Thank you MGR Ice. 
Thank you. We appreciate the service Joe performed at 7420 S Prospect St, Tacoma
Response from the owner 21:31 02 Jun 25
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FAQ
- Why is dryer vent cleaning important?
- How often should I clean my dryer vent?
- What are signs that my dryer vent needs cleaning?
- I always clean the lint trap in my dryer. Do I still need to clean the vent?
- How long does professional dryer vent cleaning take?
Why is dryer vent cleaning important?
Why is dryer vent cleaning important?
Clogged dryer vents are a serious fire hazard and can reduce your dryer’s performance. Lint is highly flammable, and failure to clean the vents is the leading cause of clothes dryer fires in homes.
How often should I clean my dryer vent?
How often should I clean my dryer vent?
At least once a year is recommended for most households. In Western Washington, or any area, annual cleaning will prevent lint from accumulating to dangerous levels.
What are signs that my dryer vent needs cleaning?
What are signs that my dryer vent needs cleaning?
Common signs include:
- Clothes take longer to dry than normal, especially if loads are still damp or very hot at the end of a cycle.
- The dryer feels excessively hot on the outside or shuts off mid-cycle, as many dryers have safety cut-offs that trip when overheating due to poor venting.
I always clean the lint trap in my dryer. Do I still need to clean the vent?
I always clean the lint trap in my dryer. Do I still need to clean the vent?
Yes. While cleaning the lint screen every load is important, it doesn’t catch everything. Lint, pet hair, and fibers often escape past the filter and accumulate inside the dryer’s internal ducts and vent pipe over time.
How long does professional dryer vent cleaning take?
How long does professional dryer vent cleaning take?
The time required depends on the length and condition of the vent system but typically takes about one to two hours.