EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE
How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost?
Estimate dryer vent cleaning service cost — with the free calculator and what affects the price.
A clean dryer vent dries faster, saves energy and prevents a leading cause of home fires. The price depends on vent length, bends and access. This guide covers the cost per vent and a calculator.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The short answer
Dryer vent cleaning runs $104–$188 per vent, averaging $145. Longer runs and multiple bends cost more. Clean your vent every 1–2 years — lint buildup is a leading cause of home fires.
What it costs
Most pros charge per vent: $104-$188, averaging $145. A short straight run is at the low end; a long run with bends costs more. Bundling with gutter or house cleaning often gets a discount.
- Standard vent: $104–$188
- Long run with bends: $150–$250
- Bundled with other cleaning: from $79
Why regular cleaning matters
Lint is highly flammable — dryer vent fires cause thousands of home fires a year. A clogged vent also makes the dryer work harder, wasting energy and shortening its life. If drying takes longer than before, the vent is due.
What the service includes
A pro brushes the full run, vacuums debris and tests airflow. Ask if the quote includes the exterior vent cap and the lint trap area. Most cleanings take 45-90 minutes.
Try the calculator with your vents
Enter the number of vents, base price per vent and cleaning per vent to see the total.