According to the U.S. Fire Administration, keeping your dryer and vent lint-free will help prevent a fire. This week, Kurt's ...

A best-selling dryer cleaning kit is now on sale, and it’s more essential than you’d think. The 2-Piece Dryer Vent Cleaner Kit, an important household task that can help prevent dryer-related ...

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 ...

Summer's a great time to knock out the chores you've been putting off, and cleaning your dryer vent should be near the top of the list. It might not seem as urgent as wiping down shelves or ...

A buildup of lint, a combustible material, reduces airflow and can cause your clothes dryer to run at a higher temperature.

This basic maintenance can protect your clothes from damage, save energy, and most importantly, prevent a fire Cleaning the lint screen after each load is one way to keep a dryer vent from ...

Ellyn Young is urging people to regularly check their dryer vents for blockages from lint, snow and ice after a fire at her Charlottetown home was linked to an obstructed vent.

Ideally, these dryer vents could be replaced with a rigid metal duct. If that’s not possible, take extra care to ensure these dryer vents are always clean and debris-free.

Air duct cleaning typically costs $270 to $500, with an average of $388 and a max of $1,000 or more. The cost depends on number of vents, duct type and location.

Semi-Rigid Ducts: These flexible dryer hoses look similar to a vacuum cleaner hose. While they're popular for use in tight spaces, the semi-rigid ducts’ folds can trap dust more easily.