Cleaning your dryer vent is important to maintain the appliance's efficiency and prevent a potential fire hazard. Here's how ...

You'll need a vacuum with a hose attachment and a stiff-bristled brush or vent cleaning brush, along with any tools required ...

Next remove any metal tape or clamps keeping the dryer vent pipe fixed to its exhaust ... In the end I had to clean out the vacuum twice to return it to working order. In hindsight, I suggest ...

According to the most recent report released by the National Fire Protection Association, from 2014 to 2018, fire departments ...