Appliances
Clean your dryer vent
A lint-packed vent is the top cause of slow drying and a leading cause of laundry fires. This is a 30-minute job once a year.
Beginner About 30 minLaundryCare needed
Video: Ace Hardware (YouTube) — hand-picked by Xiane and matched to the written steps below.
On a gas dryer, do not move the appliance far enough to strain the gas line. Smell gas? Leave and call your gas utility.
Steps
Tools
- Dryer vent brush kit
- Vacuum
- Nut driver or screwdriver
Parts
- Foil duct clamp (if the old one is damaged)
Published September 9, 2026 · Last reviewed September 1, 2026 · Next review March 1, 2027 · Source: Video: Ace Hardware (YouTube)