Dryer vent cleaning in Richmond, Virginia

Serving the 1.3 million residents of the Greater Richmond area. Professional dryer vent cleaning from licensed, insured technicians — protecting River City homes from fire hazards, high energy bills, and dryer breakdowns.

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Why Richmond homeowners need vent cleaning

Richmond's unique blend of historic homes and modern suburbs creates a diverse range of dryer vent challenges. The Fan District, Church Hill, and Carytown neighborhoods feature beautiful but aging homes — many with original dryer vent systems that have accumulated lint for decades. Meanwhile, booming suburbs like Short Pump, Midlothian, and Glen Allen have newer homes with longer vent runs.

Virginia's humid subtropical climate means dryers run year-round. Richmond's hot, muggy summers make outdoor drying impractical, while mild-to-cold winters keep dryers busy. The humidity also creates moisture inside vents that compounds lint accumulation and can promote mold growth — a hidden health hazard.

  • Historic housing stock — Fan District, Church Hill homes with decades-old, outdated vent systems
  • Humid subtropical climate — year-round dryer use with especially heavy summer humidity
  • Growing suburbs — Short Pump, Midlothian new construction with long vent runs
  • Moisture and mold risk — Virginia humidity creates mold-friendly conditions inside vents
15,970
Dryer fires per year (US)
34%
Caused by lint buildup
$90–$165
Avg. cleaning cost in Richmond
30%+
Energy savings after cleaning

Our Richmond services

Complete dryer vent solutions for Richmond homes and businesses.

Residential vent cleaning

Full-length dryer vent cleaning for Richmond homes. We remove years of lint buildup, debris, and blockages to restore safe, efficient airflow.

✓ All vent types✓ Same-day available

Commercial cleaning

Multi-unit apartments, laundromats, and commercial facilities across the Richmond metro. We handle complex vent systems and high-volume dryer setups.

✓ Multi-unit✓ Property managers

Vent inspection

Thorough inspection with camera verification. We identify blockages, crushed ducts, disconnections, and fire hazards — essential for Richmond's diverse housing stock.

✓ Camera verified✓ Written report

Repair & reroute

Crushed, kinked, or poorly routed vents? We repair and reroute dryer vents for optimal airflow and code compliance throughout Henrico County and surrounding areas.

✓ Code compliant✓ All materials

What Richmond homeowners say

Real reviews from families across the Richmond metro area.

★★★★★
"Our Fan District row house is gorgeous but the dryer vent was a disaster — lint packed solid through the wall. After cleaning, the dryer actually dries clothes in one cycle. Should have called years ago."
A
Amanda C.
The Fan, VA
★★★★★
"Just bought a home in Short Pump and thought being new meant no issues. Turned out there was construction debris in the vent. Quick, professional cleaning and now everything runs perfectly."
C
Chris B.
Short Pump, VA

Richmond service areas

We serve the entire Richmond metro — Davidson County and surrounding suburbs.

Short Pump
Henrico County
Midlothian
Chesterfield County
Glen Allen
Henrico County
Mechanicsville
Hanover County
Chester
Chesterfield County
Ashland
Hanover County
The Fan
Richmond
Church Hill
Richmond
Carytown
Richmond
Bon Air
Chesterfield County
Tuckahoe
Henrico County
Lakeside
Henrico County

Richmond dryer vent cleaning FAQ

Residential dryer vent cleaning in Greater Richmond typically costs $90–

Residential dryer vent cleaning in Richmond typically costs $90–$165 depending on vent length and accessibility. Complex routes, roof vents, or severely clogged systems may run higher. We provide free, no-obligation quotes.

At least once per year. Richmond's humid climate means dryers run year-round — heavy use in winter for warmth and year-round for humidity. Large families, pet owners, or homes with longer vent runs may need cleaning every 6 months.

Yes. We serve the entire Richmond metro area including Franklin, Murfreesboro, Brentwood, Hendersonville, Mt. Juliet, Gallatin, Spring Hill, Lebanon, Smyrna, La Vergne, and surrounding communities in Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, and Wilson counties.

Yes. New Richmond-area homes often have longer dryer vent runs routed through walls and attics to meet architectural designs. These longer runs accumulate lint faster and need regular cleaning. Construction debris can also clog new vents. We recommend an initial cleaning within the first year, then annually.

65 depending on vent length and accessibility. Historic homes with complex routing may cost slightly more. We provide free, no-obligation quotes.

At least once per year. Richmond's humid climate means dryers run year-round. Historic home residents and large families should consider cleaning every 6 months, especially if the vent has a long run or exits through the roof.

Yes. We serve the entire Greater Richmond area including Short Pump, Midlothian, Glen Allen, Mechanicsville, Chester, Ashland, and surrounding communities in Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover counties.

Yes. Many homes in The Fan, Church Hill, and other historic neighborhoods have original dryer vents with outdated flex duct, tight routing through walls, and years of accumulated lint. These homes benefit greatly from professional cleaning and may need vent rerouting for safety and efficiency.

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