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Time to Clean Your Lint Trap and Exhaust Duct on Your Dryer

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Home Inspector with Pillar To Post

How Often: Twice a year

Why: Increase dryer's lifespan and efficiency while reducing risk of fire

What do I do?

• In addition to removing lint from the lint trap after each load, periodically give your lint trap a thorough cleaning by scouring it gently using a soft brush, warm water, and dish soap.

• Use a lint brush or vacuum attachment to remove accumulated lint from under the lint trap and other accessible places.

• Disconnect, clean, and inspect the exhaust duct. Vacuum accumulated dust from the exhaust duct and under the dryer.

WARNING: Be careful when you move the dryer. Use a back belt, and wear sturdy shoes. Cost for this task: negligible

Posted by

Chris Livingston

Owner/Oregon Certifed Home Inspector

Pillar To Post

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