Why Calgary Homes Need Regular Dryer Vent Cleaning

Your dryer’s lint trap catches most of the lint created during a cycle, but a small amount always slips through. That lint travels through the venting system, where it slowly builds up on the walls of the duct.

Over time, this buildup becomes more compact and highly combustible—much like kindling you’d use to start a fire while camping. When your dryer runs on high heat or a sanitize cycle, that trapped lint can overheat and ignite inside the vent.

It’s a hidden danger that many homeowners don’t notice until it’s too late.

For most Calgary homes, it’s best to have your dryer vent professionally cleaned every 2–3 years. However, if your laundry area is located far from an exterior wall or your venting system includes long or twisting duct runs, you may need to clean it more frequently.

If you can’t remember the last time your vents were cleaned, that’s usually a sign it’s time to schedule a service.

Beyond safety, there’s another great reason to keep your dryer vent clean: efficiency. When lint builds up inside the vent, airflow becomes restricted. Your dryer has to work harder to push hot air through, which:

• Increases drying times

• Wastes energy

• Wears out your dryer faster

A quick professional cleaning helps your dryer run faster, cooler, and more efficiently, saving you time and utility costs.

Many HVAC professionals in Calgary recommend pairing dryer vent cleaning with furnace and duct cleaning. It’s a convenient way to improve your home’s air quality and ensure every part of your system is free of debris.

That’s exactly what we did in our own home—piggybacking dryer vent cleaning onto our duct cleaning service for a complete, all-in-one home maintenance visit.

Dryer lint buildup is easy to ignore because it happens gradually. But once airflow becomes restricted, the risk of overheating and fire increases dramatically.

If you don’t know when your vents were last cleaned, now’s the perfect time to schedule a professional dryer vent cleaning in Calgary. It’s quick, affordable, and one of the simplest ways to protect your home and family.