Dependable Dryer Vent Cleaning in Omaha, NE

Established 1977 | Discounts Available | OSHA-Certified

Established 1977

Discounts Available

OSHA-Certified

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Dryer Vent Cleaning in Omaha, NE and Surrounding Areas

Inadequate dryer vent maintenance and the subsequent buildup of lint is the leading cause of dryer fires. Even well-cleaned lint screens catch only about 75% of the lint produced. The rest ends up in the venting of the dryer.


When lint builds up in dryer vents, the dryer motor has to work much harder, which can cause it to overheat and ignite the lint. Clothes dryers with blocked dryer venting start more residential fires than any other home appliance. Luckily, when you get dryer vent cleaning in Omaha, NE, you reduce the risk of residential fires in your home.


Statistics from the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) indicate that there were 16,700 fires in the United States originating in clothes dryers in just one year. Many of these dryers had blocked dryer venting. These fires resulted in 430 injuries, 30 deaths, and over $84.4 million in property damage.


The CPSC also reports that approximately 400 people were non-fatally poisoned by carbon monoxide as a result of gas dryers in one year. Proper dryer venting cleaning and maintenance can prevent serious damage to you and your home.


Maxim Cleaning & Restoration has been serving Omaha and Lincoln, NE since 1977, and our team is certified by OSHA and ready to help you. We're a local company with over 40 years of experience. Don't trust your family's safety to anyone else! Give us a call today for the dryer vent cleaning Ohama, NE homeowners rely on.

Tips for Keeping Your Drying Vent Clean

The most effective way to keep your ventilation system clean is with regular dryer vent cleaning in Omaha, NE or surrounding areas. However, there are various other things you can do. Consider the following tips to properly maintain your dryer and venting to reduce your risk of a fire.

  • Make sure the vent length does not exceed the dryer manufacturer’s recommendations. Be sure to include the elbows, transitions, and outdoor hood assemblies in your measurement. If the vent exceeds the manufacturer’s recommendation, consider installing a booster fan.
  • Clean the lint trap after each use. This can't catch all the lint, but it helps.
  • Do not place a nylon stocking or bug screen over the vent hood or other openings. This does more harm than good.
  • If you have a plastic, flexible duct, check it frequently for kinks. This type of duct is more apt to trap lint than ducts without ridges. You may want to replace it with a rigid or flexible metal duct.
  • It is preferable not to use soft flexible ducts for vent piping. These are typically plastic films or some foil material placed over wire coils.
  • Metal ducts will not burn if lint inside the duct catches fire. This makes them safer.
  • Do not kink or crush the vent pipe or fittings to make up for a lack of room behind the dryer. This can impede your vent's viability.
  • Vent only to the outside. Do not vent the dryer into an attic or crawl space.
  • Do not use the dryer for drying clothes or rags that have been used to absorb flammable liquids.


Following these tips is a great way to reduce your risk of a fire in your home, and when you combine these tips with professional dryer vent cleaning Omaha, NE loves from Maxim Cleaning & Restoration, you'll keep your home as safe as possible.

A Cleaning Team With BBB Accreditation

You can always turn to Maxim Cleaning & Restoration for your cleaning and restoration needs. We have multiple certifications from IICRC, and we're affiliated with industry leaders like the Indoor Air Quality Association, the Heating and Cooling Association of Omaha, and Center Sphere Network. We've even got an A+ BBB rating!


When it comes to keeping your home and family safe, you want trustworthy, knowledgeable, and experienced professionals to have your back. That’s why we take such pride in our certifications and ratings. We're also proud to provide you with the smoothest service possible. It’s no wonder our dryer vent cleaning in Omaha, NE is so popular.


Call us today! We reply to your inquiries by the next business day, and free estimates may be available over the phone. We offer savings to veterans and seniors with discounts, and 24/7 emergency water damage restoration is always ready to go!

Common Questions About Dryer Vent Cleaning

  • How do I know my dryer venting needs cleaning?

    Here are some of the signs that your dryer vent needs to be cleaned:


    • Clothes (especially towels or jeans) start to take longer to dry
    • Clothes are hotter than usual at the end of the cycle
    • Flapper on vent hood does not open when the dryer is on

    If you notice any of these signs, schedule a professional dryer vent cleaning immediately. You could save money and even your life with this simple procedure.

  • Why should I clean the venting for my dryer?

    There are thousands of fires every year due to poorly maintained dryer vents. Accumulation of lint and reduced exhaust airflow provide conditions ripe for a fire because lint is highly combustible. In this way, dryer vent cleaning helps to protect your home and its contents from fires. Additional benefits include:


    • Significant reduction in energy operating costs
    • Dryer runs more efficiently
    • Dryer will last longer
    • Clothes will dry faster
    • Reduces utility costs

  • How can I keep my dryer venting clean between visits?

    Professional cleaning is an important tool, but your dryer requires ongoing maintenance to stay in tip-top shape. To keep your dryer clean between professional cleaning visits, consider the following steps. 


    • Clean the lint filter before or after each load
    • Clean the back of the dryer where lint can be trapped
    • Wash lint screen regularly as fabric softeners and dryer sheets can leave an invisible film on the screen

    Contact Maxim Cleaning & Restoration for dryer vent cleaning annually for the best results.

  • What is the right kind of dryer vent tubing?

    Metal ductwork is the best choice for your dryer because it is non-flammable. Replace plastic transition ducts (joining the dryer to the wall) and make sure the dryer duct is made of solid metallic material. Both vinyl and foil are combustible, and spiral-wound surfaces that tend to catch lint more readily.

  • How does Maxim Cleaning & Restoration clean dryer vents?

    We start with high-pressure compressed air. This blasts lint, debris, and nests loose. The debris is sent outside and caught in a special bag. We can clean vents anywhere in the home even if the vent run is in the roof or on the side of the home. Homes with extra-long runs may need cleaning from the dryer inside to the vent hood flapper outside. In either case, no lint enters the dryer or your home.

  • Can I do my own dryer vent cleaning?

    Yes, you can. However, ask yourself these questions.


    • Do I have the time for dryer vent cleaning? Cleaning a dryer vent takes a professional with appropriate equipment approximately a full hour to clean thoroughly.
    • Do I have the right equipment? Using the wrong equipment could potentially damage your venting and leave it unclean
    • Do I want to clean this mess up? The debris from your dryer has to be gathered and disposed of properly.
    • Could I do damage to my venting or dryer? Again, using the wrong equipment could potentially damage your dryer and/or the venting on your dryer.
    • Do I have the knowledge and experience to do this? Hiring Maxim Cleaning & Restoration will ensure a proper and thorough cleaning of your dryer vent. It’s guaranteed!

  • What else should I know about dryer vent cleaning?

    First, you should understand that problems with your dryer vent are not fixed by purchasing a new dryer. Your risk for a fire remains high if the venting for your dryer is still clogged with lint build-up.


    Second, dryer venting that is clogged with lint, paper particles, bird nests, or other items is the primary and most significant fire hazard for most homeowners. This is why proper dryer vent cleaning is so essential.

Lower Your Risk of a House Fire

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Everyone was very professional and friendly. They showed up right on time and talked me through the process of cleaning the vents. They gave me a price upfront and didn’t attempt to upcharge me or sneak in extra fees. They were incredibly thorough in their cleaning. I would highly recommend Maxim to anyone I know looking to have their air ducts cleaned!

- Austin

Your company and its representatives are the greatest. You arrived for your appointment in rural Burt county right on time, calling prior to the appointment. Your two representatives were very kind, accommodating, and knowledgeable. They went right to work to take care of our air duct problem and were kindly handling all my concerns, fears, and problems. They offered suggestions and were great workers. Your company is commended for the quality of the work your servicemen do and for your servicemen themselves. Very, very impressed and thankful.


- Judy

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