1. Why Clean Your Dryer Vent

2. Materials Needed

• Vacuum cleaner with hose attachment

• Long, flexible dryer vent brush

• Leaf blower

All common household items—no need for disassembly or special tools.

3. Step-by-Step Method

1. Unplug dryer and move it away from the wall.

2. Vacuum visible lint at the vent opening.

3. Insert brush into the vent; rotate gently to loosen lint.

4. Vacuum again to remove loosened debris.

5. Use leaf blower at the exterior vent opening to push remaining lint out.

6. Reassemble dryer, push it back, plug in, and test.

4. Why It Works

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