Larry and Charlotte called us from Cocoa because they saw our segment on cleaning out a dryer vent hose to get rid of lint buildup and reduce the risk of a fire, but they had a problem - they ...

Then, you attach the funnel adapter to your vacuum and then stick the flexible straw-like hose into the dryer vent. Turn it ...

A dryer vent that's clogged with lint doesn't just reduce the appliance's efficiency—it is a potential fire hazard. Here’s how to get your vent clean and keep it that way.

In fact, dirty dryer vents are the leading cause of domestic dryer fires, according to the US Fire Administration. So you’ll want to clean your machine’s dryer vent at least once a year.

Clogged dryer vents are a major fire hazard. If it’s been over a year since this chore has been completed, it’s a good idea to find out who cleans dryer vents as soon as possible.

It turns out the Maytag dryer had a channel in the back for the up-to-an-over-the-top vent hose, but the Whirlpool dryer has no such channel—so the installers had to leave about 3.5 inches room ...

Clean the vent duct behind your dryer using a vacuum cleaner hose. If you can’t get behind your dryer easily, there are vent cleaning accessories that can help.

A dryer duct or hose that's leaking air isn't just annoying. It can be dangerous to your home and your health. Luckily, it's an easy fix.