Does your dryer take two cycles to dry your clothes? Does it heat up more than before and your clothes still come out damp?
The problem is probably your exhaust duct which is plugged with foam of lint. It's not just inefficient, it's dangerous for your safety.
Why is dryer vent cleaning crucial?
Real and documented fire risk
According to Public Safety Canada clogged dryer vents cause more 2,900 residential fires per year in this country. Accumulated lint is easily ignited by heat.
Carbon monoxide poisoning
If your dryer is gas-fired and the vent is blocked, the flue gas can back up into your house. It's deadly.
Major energy overconsumption
A clogged duct forces your dryer to work 2-3 times longer. That can double your electricity or gas bill.
Premature wear and tear
When the dryer forces against the resistance, the motor, heating element and other components wear out much faster.
Types of ducts cleaned
Standard residential ducts
- Flexible aluminum conduitsThe most common in the home
- Galvanized rigid conduitMore durable but accumulate more residues
- PVC pipesLess recommended, but still present in older buildings
- Insulated conduitsFor outdoor use or unheated areas
Commercial and multi-family facilities
- Centralized systems: Condominiums and apartments
- Commercial laundries: Laundromats and hotels
- Institutional residencesCHSLDs and student residences
- Long-distance pipesOver 25 feet with multiple elbows
Specialized configurations
- Roof drainage2-3 storey vertical ducts
- Side wall drainExterior wall outlet
- Underground pipesPassages through basements or crawl spaces
- Systems with registersAutomatic evacuation control
Our safe 7-step cleaning process
1. Complete system inspection
- Checking the dryerGeneral condition, filters, connections
- Duct examinationLength, bends, material, accessibility
- Air flow testCurrent obstruction measurement
- Inspection of external outlet: Damper, grid, accumulations
2. Work area protection
We protect your floor and furniture with waterproof canvas. Dryer vent cleaning can be messy.
3. Safe disconnection of the dryer
- Power supply failure or gas depending on type
- Disconnecting the flexible conduit behind the unit
- Connection protection to avoid damage
- Safe travel if required for access
4. Intensive mechanical duct cleaning
- Specialized rotary brushes: Adapted to conduit diameter
- Powerful suction system: Captures all dislodged lint
- Sectional cleaningMethodical progression along the entire length
- Eliminating blockagesStubborn plugs that resist normal vacuuming
5. Cleaning the external outlet
Visit external drain often accumulates moss, leaves, snow or ice, completely blocking the system.
- Dismantling the valveComplete cleaning of the mechanism
- Eliminating obstructionsBird's nests, various accumulations
- Tightness check: Preventing cold air infiltration
- Lubricating moving partsOptimum valve operation
6. Cleaning the dryer interior
- Removal of internal residuesLint accumulated in the housing
- Cleaning the heating elementElectric or gas depending on model
- Checking filtersCleaning or replacement if necessary
- Component inspectionPremature wear detection
7. Reconnection and performance test
- Reassembly in reverse order with verification of all connections
- Full function testSupervised drying cycle
- Improvement measureFlow before/after comparison
- Maintenance tips: Preventing future problems
Specialized equipment for dryer ducts
Rotary cleaning systems
- Cobra Drill SystemFlexible brushes for long and angled conduits
- Air Duct Cleaning WhipsHigh-speed pneumatic beaters
- Sectional Rod System: Modular rods for hard-to-reach ducts
- Power Brush: Motorized brushes for embedded lint
Specialized industrial vacuum cleaners
- HEPA Vacuum 16 gallonsCaptures 99.97% of fine particles
- Cyclone SeparatorSeparates lint from dust particles
- Anti-Static System: Prevents build-up of dangerous static electricity
- Extra-Long HosesRange up to 100 feet without loss of suction
Diagnostic and measurement tools
- Digital anemometer: Precise airflow measurement
- Pressure gaugeStatic pressure in the system
- Inspection cameraVisualization of deep obstructions
- Monoxide detector: Gas evacuation safety check
Urgent signs that your pipe is dangerous
Immediate alarm signals
- Dryer hot to the touch during or after use
- Burnt smell during the drying cycle
- Excessive humidity in the room during operation
- Drying time doubled or tripled
- Warm but damp clothing after complete cycle
Obvious ventilation problems
- External valve does not open or remains closed
- Lint accumulation visible from the outside
- Condensation on windows during drying
- Hot air that does not come out of the external drain
- Frost or ice on the outside winter
Degraded performance indicators
- Electricity or gas bill which increases without explanation
- Multiple cycles required for normal load drying
- Wrinkled clothes more than before, even with fabric softener
- Musty smells on clothing after drying
- Frequent stops of the dryer by thermal protection
Recommended cleaning frequency
Standard family use (4-5 loads/week)
- Annually: Optimum preventive maintenance
- Every 6-8 months: If lots of towels and fluffy fabrics
- Every 4-6 monthsLarge families (6+ people)
Intensive use or special conditions
- Every 3-4 monthsDaycare centers, multi-generational residences
- Every 2-3 monthsFarms, workshops, very dusty environments
- After events: Renovations, carpet cleaning, comforter washing
Problem pipes
- Long pipes (over 25 feet): More frequent cleaning required
- Conduits with several bendsFaster accumulation
- Flexible pipesMore prone to folds and obstructions
- ExhibitionsInfiltration of external elements
Problems specific to Quebec's climate
Unique winter challenges
- Ice build-up: Condensation freezing in cold ducts
- Blocking snow: Storms block external exits
- Thermal variationFreeze/thaw cycles create excessive condensation
- Cold air infiltrationBy faulty or maladjusted dampers
Climate-adapted solutions
- Reinforced insulationFor ducts passing through unheated spaces
- Check valves: Preventing cold air infiltration
- Evacuation slopeCondensation drainage to the outside
- Protection against rodents: Grids that prevent nesting
Related services we offer
Component repair and replacement
- Installation of new conduitsUpgrade to more efficient materials
- Valve replacement: High-performance non-return models
- Repairing damaged pipesCrushed or pierced sections
- Route optimizationReducing bends and excessive lengths
Performance improvement
- Rigid pipes: Replacement of hoses with smooth tubes
- Support fansFor extra-long or complex conduits
- Monitoring systems: Automatic obstruction detectors
- Thermal insulation: Prevention of condensation and loss of efficiency
Dryer vent cleaning warranty
90-day performance guarantee
Your dryer should dry in a normal cycle after our cleaning. If not, we will come back to identify and correct the problem free of charge.
6-month safety guarantee
If an evacuation-related safety problem occurs within 6 months, we intervene free of charge to correct it.
Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back
Mohamed and Omar take personal responsibility for every clean-up. Not satisfied? We'll give you a full refund.
Substantial savings
Reducing energy consumption
A clean duct can reduce drying time by 40-60%. On a bill of 150$/month, that's 60-90$ in monthly savings.
Extending dryer life
Annual cleaning can double the life of your unit. Avoid replacing 800-1500$ for an additional 5-8 years.
Preventing costly claims
A fire caused by clogged ductwork can destroy your home. Our 200-300$ cleaning vs. hundreds of thousands in damage.
24-hour emergency service for critical situations
Some situations require immediate action:
- Burning smells persistent
- Dangerous overheating of the
- Smoke exhaust in the house
- Complete failure during heatwaves or extreme cold
Our emergency team can intervene in less than 4 hours fully equipped.
Testimonials from relieved customers
"Our dryer was taking 3 cycles to dry a load. After the Vortex Air cleaning, it works just like when we bought it. Omar even showed us the incredible amount of lint they took out!" – Marie-Claude, Brossard
"Following a smell of burning, we called in panic. Mohamed came urgently that evening. The flue was completely blocked. He probably saved us from a fire." – Robert, Laval
Eliminate the risk of fire today
Your safety and that of your family are worth more than saving a few hundred dollars. A clean duct means a safe home.
Free inspection with risk detection
Call now: 514-214-7492 Online: https://vortexair.ca E-mail: info@vortexair.ca
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