Cleaning the dryer vent improves the machine’s drying time and reduces fire hazard risk. Do this annually to keep it running ...

Once the interior and exterior ducts are clean, reattach the vent pipe to your dryer. Check the duct thoroughly for any holes ...

For most dryers, it’s a case of removing the lint trap from an easily accessible slot, scraping the fluff off the mesh, and sliding the filter back in. Clean the vent duct behind your dryer ...

Once disconnected, use your vacuum’s crevice attachment to clean any dust and lint around the appliance base and inside the duct opening. Most dryer vent cleaning kits come with an extendable ...