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Plans and Maintenance

Beyond the screen: the slot behind the lint trap.

The lint screen catches most lint, but some slips past into the housing. Cleaning the slot, the screen and the housing keeps air flowing from the very start.

  • Cleans: Screen, slot and housing
  • Method: Wash, vacuum and brush
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Lint Trap and Housing Cleaning: an example by Dryer Guru
Where the lint begins.
The overview

What it is, and why it matters.

The lint screen can also build up a film from fabric softener and dryer sheets that blocks airflow even when the screen looks clean. And lint falls into the trap slot where you cannot see it.

We wash the screen, clean the slot with a long vacuum attachment and brush and show you how to keep it clear between visits. It is a small job that pairs well with a vent cleaning.

Why people choose it

Four things done right.

The overlooked film

Softener residue can block the screen even when it looks clean.

The slot behind

We vacuum lint where you cannot reach.

Easy habits

We show you what to do between visits.

Quick add-on

It fits into any dryer vent visit.

How it goes

From first call to lint trap and housing cleaning.

  1. 1

    Remove and wash the screen

    We clean any film from the screen.

  2. 2

    Vacuum the slot

    The trap housing is vacuumed.

  3. 3

    Brush the housing

    We loosen stuck lint.

  4. 4

    Show you the habit

    You learn simple upkeep tips.

Where we work

Lint Trap and Housing Cleaning in cities across the country.

We do this work for homes and businesses from coast to coast. Find your city to see the climate and homes we plan for.

Good questions

Lint Trap and Housing Cleaning: common questions

Is emptying the lint screen enough?

It is essential after every load, but lint still reaches the vent, and a film can build up on the screen.

How do I check my screen for film?

Run water on it. If water beads or pools instead of passing through, a film is blocking the mesh.

How do I get a quote for lint trap and housing cleaning?

Fill in the form or call or text 800-313-8481. A few details about the dryer and the vent, or a photo of the vent hood, usually give us what we need, and we send a written price.

Ready to talk about lint trap and housing cleaning?

A few details or a photo of the vent, and a written price.

Free quote

Tell us about your dryer.

Tell us how the dryer is behaving, where the vent exits and when you would like it done. We read every message and reply with straight answers and a written price.

  • A few details or a photo of the vent hood, so we know what we are walking into
  • A clear plan: the cleaning, any repair and what it costs, before work begins
  • Before and after photos and an airflow reading on request
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