Dryer Vent Cleaning for Apartments, Condos & Townhomes
One day, every unit, one invoice. We work with property managers and associations across the Twin Cities to clean every dryer vent in a building, with a certificate of insurance and a unit-by-unit report.
Quick answer
Multi-family dryer vent cleaning is scheduled as a whole-building service day: the company coordinates unit access with the property manager, cleans each unit's duct from the dryer to its termination, clears shared roof or wall caps, and delivers one invoice plus a per-unit report. Clear Vent prices multi-unit cleaning from $79 per unit with a certificate of insurance provided.
How a building day works
- You send us a unit list; we propose a date and time blocks
- We provide notice templates for residents and a COI for your file
- Technicians clean units in order, noting any that were inaccessible
- Roof and shared caps are cleared the same day
- You get one invoice and a spreadsheet report: airflow, issues found, photos
Why associations schedule annual cleanings
Townhomes and condos have the longest, most complex vent runs: 30+ feet to the roof, shared chases, and residents who never see the cap. One unit's dryer fire affects everyone behind the shared wall. Annual building-wide cleaning is one of the cheapest fire-prevention measures an association can budget for.
Individual unit owners
Own a condo and your association doesn't handle vents? Book a single unit online at the standard rate. We coordinate roof access with your building manager if needed.
Apartments, Condos & Townhomes: your questions
How many house fires are caused by dryers each year?
The U.S. Fire Administration estimates about 2,900 home clothes dryer fires per year, causing roughly 5 deaths, 100 injuries, and $35 million in property loss. Failure to clean the dryer and vent is the leading cause, cited in about a third of fires.
Can a clogged dryer vent cause a fire?
Yes. Lint is highly flammable, and a restricted vent traps heat in the dryer cabinet where the heating element or gas burner can ignite accumulated lint. Dryer fires then spread through the lint-lined duct into walls and attics.
Can a clogged dryer vent cause carbon monoxide poisoning?
Yes, with a gas dryer. Gas dryers exhaust combustion byproducts including carbon monoxide through the same vent as the lint. If the vent is blocked, CO backs up into the home. Install a CO detector near the laundry area and keep the vent clear.
Is it safe to run my dryer if I think the vent is clogged?
Stop using it until it is cleaned if you notice a burning smell, the dryer is very hot, or the cabinet is shutting off mid-cycle. Long dry times alone are less urgent but still mean you should book soon.
Is it safe to leave the dryer running when I leave the house or go to bed?
Fire safety experts recommend against it. Most dryer fires start while the dryer is running, and an unattended fire does the most damage. Keep the vent clean so a fire is unlikely in the first place.
What type of dryer duct is a fire hazard?
White vinyl flex duct and thin foil accordion duct. Both trap lint in their ridges, sag, and can melt or burn. Code requires rigid or semi-rigid metal duct. We replace the short flexible section behind the dryer with semi-rigid aluminum for $39.
Does a dryer vent booster fan prevent clogs?
No, and it can hide a clog by forcing air through a restricted duct until the lint catches. Booster fans are only appropriate for runs over 35 feet and must be cleaned with the duct.
What should I do after a small dryer fire?
Call 911 if there are any flames you cannot immediately extinguish. Afterward, do not use the dryer until an appliance tech inspects it, and have the full vent cleaned and inspected since lint in the duct may have smoldered.
Are gas dryer vents more dangerous than electric?
They add a carbon monoxide risk on top of the fire risk. Both types need the same annual cleaning; gas dryers just make the consequences of a blockage more severe.
Does cleaning the dryer vent reduce fire risk right away?
Yes. Removing the lint fuel and restoring airflow immediately drops the operating temperature inside the dryer. Most customers notice the dryer runs noticeably cooler on the very next load.
Do you clean dryer vents in apartments and condos?
Yes. We serve individual units and whole buildings. Condo and apartment vents are often long runs to the roof or a shared chase, and we coordinate with the association or property manager for roof access.
Who is responsible for dryer vent cleaning in a condo?
Usually the unit owner is responsible for the duct from the dryer to the exterior wall of the unit, and the association for common areas and roof caps. Check your declarations; we can clean both and bill separately.
Book your dryer vent cleaning in 60 seconds
Flat $139 for wall vents, $199 for roof vents. No trip charge. Pay when it's done.