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Pricing guide

How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost?

Published figures put dryer vent cleaning at about $140 on average nationally (Angi), with standard vents around $80–$185 and roof vents around $150–$250 (HomeGuide). Where the vent comes out, how long the run is and whether there’s a nest or heavy buildup decide where your home lands in that range.

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What changes the price

Dryer vent prices vary more than most people expect. These are the things that move the number:

  • Where the vent comes out. A ground-level wall vent is the simplest; second-story and roof vents take more setup and time.
  • How long the run is, and how many turns it makes.
  • How much lint has built up since the last cleaning.
  • Whether there’s a bird or animal nest to pull out.
  • How easy the dryer is to reach, such as a stacked unit in a closet.
  • Whether the vent is badly blocked or crushed, which takes longer to clear.

Published national price ranges

These are published benchmarks from national cost guides, not our prices.

WhatPublished figureSource
Dryer vent cleaning, national averageAbout $140Angi
Standard dryer vent cleaning$80–$185HomeGuide
Roof dryer vent cleaning$150–$250HomeGuide
Nest removal, added to a cleaning$120–$250Angi

Published prices in our markets

Local figures from cost guides and from price lists local companies publish online, checked in September 2026. Prices change and what’s included varies, so treat these as a rough guide.

MarketPublished figureSource
Atlanta, GAAdvertised starting prices from $69 to $149; one list shows $99 for a side-wall vent and $129 for a roof ventLocal company price lists
Charlotte, NCAverage about $137Angi
Charlotte, NC$90 for a run up to 15 feet and $145 typical on one list; $150 first floor and $200 second floor on anotherLocal company price lists
Raleigh, NCAverage about $136Angi
Raleigh, NC$159 ground level, $189 second-story wall, $249 roofLocal company price list
Upstate SC$149 standard, plus a $65 trip charge if the duct is foil or vinyl or access is blockedLocal company price list

Why the lowest ad isn’t always the lowest bill

A low starting price usually covers a ground-level wall vent with a short run. Roof vents, second-story vents, nests and long runs are where published prices climb, so compare what’s included, not just the headline number.

Ask whether the price covers the full run from the dryer to the outside hood, whether the hood and flap get cleaned, and whether you’ll see photos of the result.

Getting an exact price for your home

Call or text us a photo of where your vent comes out and tell us which floor the dryer is on. That’s usually enough for an exact price, without a visit.

Our prices

Dryer Vent Cleaning

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Wall vent, ground floorCall or text
Second-story wall ventCall or text
Roof ventRoof pitch and access can change the price.Call or text
Bird or rodent nest removalAdded to the cleaning when we find one.Call or text
Replace foil or plastic transition hoseSemi-rigid metal, cut to length.Call or text

Long runs, extra elbows and hard-to-reach terminations take longer. You get the exact price before we start.

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Questions

Related questions

How often should dryer vents be cleaned?

Once a year for most homes. NFPA recommends cleaning lint out of the vent once a year, or more often if clothes start taking longer than normal to dry.

Source: NFPA, Clothes Dryer Safety tip sheet

How long does dryer vent cleaning take?

About an hour for most homes. Long runs, roof or second-story vents, heavy buildup or a nest in the vent can take longer, and we’ll tell you up front if we expect that.

How do I know if my dryer vent is clogged?

The most common sign is clothes still damp at the end of a normal cycle, or drying that takes longer than it used to. CPSC also suggests checking the outside vent while the dryer runs: if exhaust air isn’t coming out, the vent or duct may be blocked.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Publication 5022

Can a clogged dryer vent cause a fire?

Yes. The U.S. Fire Administration estimates 2,900 clothes dryer fires in residential buildings are reported each year, and failure to clean was the leading factor, at 34% (2008–2010 data). Those fires rise in fall and winter and peak in January.

Source: U.S. Fire Administration, Clothes Dryer Fires in Residential Buildings (2008–2010)

Why does my dryer smell like burning?

Stop using the dryer until the vent and lint areas are cleared. Dust, fiber and lint were the leading items first ignited in residential dryer fires, at 28% (U.S. Fire Administration, 2008–2010 data), so a hot-lint smell is worth taking seriously. If you ever see smoke or flames, get out and call 911.

Source: U.S. Fire Administration, Clothes Dryer Fires in Residential Buildings (2008–2010)

Can I clean my own dryer vent?

You can clean a short, easy-to-reach vent. CPSC recommends cleaning the vent and exhaust duct periodically and notes you may need to disconnect the duct from the dryer to clear a blockage. Long runs, vents with several turns and roof vents are where a professional cleaning makes sense.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Publication 5022

Is foil dryer vent hose safe?

Not as your vent. CPSC recommends replacing plastic or foil accordion-type duct with rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, because the flexible kind traps lint more easily and kinks or crushes. The 2021 International Residential Code allows one listed transition hose (UL 2158A) behind the dryer, no longer than 8 feet and not hidden in a wall; check your local amendments.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Publication 5022

What is the maximum length for a dryer vent?

Under the 2021 International Residential Code, a dryer exhaust duct can run up to 35 feet, minus 5 feet for each 90-degree turn and 2.5 feet for each 45-degree turn, unless the dryer maker’s instructions allow a different length. Local amendments can change this, so check with your local building department. Our dryer vent code guide walks through an example.

Source: 2021 International Residential Code, Section M1502

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