It began as just another typical service call in New Jersey. A homeowner had contacted us because their dryer was taking unusually long to dry clothes, and they wanted a professional assessment. When our team arrived, we expected the usual culprit, a straightforward lint buildup that we encounter regularly. However, as we began our inspection, […]

“Last month, my friend Sarah got hit with a $400 electric bill. She called me over, convinced her meter was broken. After some detective work, we figured out that her dryer had been running twice as long to get clothes dry. I asked her when was the last time she cleaned her dryer vent? She

Keeping your dryer vent clean might not be the most exciting part of home maintenance, but it’s definitely one of the most important. While it seems straightforward enough, a neglected dryer vent is actually a leading cause of house fires—not to mention it can create other safety headaches around your home. If you’re wondering how

When it comes to dryer venting, not all hoses are created equal. In fact, using the wrong duct behind your dryer can lead to: Lint buildup Long dry times Fire hazards Code violations One of the most important—but most ignored—parts of your setup is the dryer transition duct, the connector between your dryer and the

Dryer vents are small, warm, enclosed spaces perfect for birds to build nests. That cozy warmth that we love in winter makes vents inviting for birds. Unfortunately, when birds use a dryer vent for nesting, they bring twigs, grass, and feathers into your ductwork – often damaging the vent lining and blocking airflow. In this

Most homeowners in Morris County stay on top of regular maintenance like changing HVAC filters or cleaning gutters, but there’s one critical task that often slips through the cracks: dryer vent cleaning. Here’s the thing – clogged dryer vents aren’t just a fire hazard. They also make your dryer work harder, which means higher energy

Are you finding yourself running multiple cycles just to get your clothes completely dry? If your once-efficient dryer now seems to be taking its sweet time, you’re not alone. Extended drying times are one of the most common complaints homeowners have about their laundry appliances, and the culprit is often hiding in plain sight: your

When was the last time you cleaned your dryer vent? If you can’t remember, you are not alone—and you might be putting your home at risk without even realizing it. At The Lint Guys, we make dryer vent cleaning our business because we understand how much danger clogged vents put homeowners in. From fires to