Dryer vent cleaning with fails.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ก.ย. 2022
- This dryer vent cleaning was not the everyday cleaning because it presented with two uncommon problems. Thanks to the skills that I acquired from the Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician course, I was able to resolve the issues.
You have a great trouble shooting approach with the right tools for diagnosing the best outcome for the client. SPOT ON SIR !!!
Thank you so much
Thanks for this. I'm going on my 3rd year of being a handyman and get these calls from time to time. I will carefully estimate each job after seeing it.
Great job! Enjoyed the video and learned a few things.
Definitely a Job Well Done.. Good to you used proper tape and very good explanations on everything..
Thank you!
Excellent video and thank you for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Good work and good video. 👍
Thank you
Nice job body. Very profecional an honest person.
very well done! i wish you lived in my town! i’d hire you for all kinds of stuff.
Thank you
Good Video. You work smart.
Thank you
GREAT JOB!!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Thank you!!
So many jobs for honest, focused, hardworking and knowledgeable professionals. P. S. They don't teach "hardworking" in college.
You mean so much work for cleaning dryer vents?
Have you ever turned down cleaning a dryer vent after inspecting it. If so how'd you explain to customer?
Great Video! Always inspiring to see a successful working man.
Yes, more than once. One was an apartment building that was using the flexible transition hose for the entire length of the dryer vent run. It has multiple turns, and I wouldn’t be able to access the attic space to retrieve my brush if it got stuck or damaged said hose. The HOA tried to impose several liability forms onto my work, so I turned down the job.
Another was from the “bird nest in vent” video that I made. I tried to make it educational for the HOA staff, but the treasurer kept referring to my fee and the time I predicted that it would take. He then stated that X amount an hour is too much to vacuum a hose. I read the signs and declined the job.
@@jobswel-done1120 Thank you!!
Thank you for the compliments too btw
Hey! Firstly just wanted to say that I loved this video! I'm looking to start cleaning dryer vents as another side hustle to bring in some extra cash. What are three things that you would recommend that I know before I start to do this? Also if your brush gets stuck in the tubing system, what's the best way to get it out?
Thank-you.
1. Research/Education. This can be a technical job because every layout/house is different. There are many ways to clean a vent, but the layout can determine the best, and most efficient way. I use brush, and others use airline. Find out what your preference is, but know how to do both. I became a CDET (Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician) to receive a total education on the entire scope of dryer vents. Not a must, but consider it. 2. Have patience because this is not a "hurry up to get to the next job" type service. Almost every house has a dryer, and referrals will give you free business. 3. Build great relationships with other entities that send you business, such as appliance repair shops and appliance warranty companies.
I have had this happen a few times. I went with a brush in the opposite direction and got lucky. Then I found out this shouldn't be done. LOL. This is an excellent tool to retrieve brushes in the vent.
vent-vision.com/retrieval-tool/
Can I learn the fee for this transaction?
What should I expect to pay for this service?
Between $75-$200 depending on your layout , and degree of difficulty. Sorry for late response, I was on vacation.
How do you handle gas dryers. Do you disconnect gas line to pull dryer out?
Check the integrity of the line first. If it looks frail, or you already smell gas, or if it will be difficult to disconnect the line for lack of room or maneuverability, DO NOT PROCEED!(It will be just as difficult to reconnect when you're done) I do all flow tests, remove clothing from dryer, and move any obstacles in the path to where I'll be moving the dryer. If it is possible to maybe move the washer, or access the disconnection point without moving the dryer itself, that's perfect. (I prefer not to move the dryer while it's connected). Open windows, have extinguisher ready, locate shut off to the house (just to know where it is) , have the name and number to the gas company, have a gas line cap and tape, and obviously make sure no open flames are near. If the dryer is in a room that the door can be shut AND it has a window, I'd shut the door to limit the gas smell in the house. If if there's a fan handy, I'd position it by the window pointing out. Wear a mask. Unplug machine, turn gas line off (the dryer shut off, not the house), disconnect the line, cap the line, allow to ventilate. Clean the vent. If the smell is excessive, call gas company. Reconnect line, allow to ventilate. If smell is excessive, try your best to ventilate, if it's still not working, call gas company. If all is well, plug it back in, run your tests, complete the job.
If the line or layout is long enough to do the job without disconnecting line, unplug the machine, turn line off, and proceed as normal.
@@jobswel-done1120 Awesome, thanks!
What kind of rods do you use? Or recommend
Hey how do u know when u reached the end of the vent? I would be worried about confusing the end for a clog and breaking it off at the other side.
Also why don’t u use an air compressor setup? Wouldn’t you avoid all the issues with elbows?
A general rule is that 1 floor equals 10 feet. If you know the measurement of each stick, you can estimate how many sticks will get you to the end. Plus. I use variable speed drill as to not put too much torque on the brush. You’ll feel the resistance. I check the exit point when I get to this point.
I’m contemplating using air. Do you use air? What are the pros and cons? Air whip or jetter head?
@@jobswel-done1120 I haven’t started doing this yet I’m still in the research and learning faze. Would u recommend getting my CDET?
How far do you plan on going with this? Simply cleaning or installing vents? CDET looks good to HOA’s, and property management, but the average resident could care less. It does provide a lot of information and you’ll see the science behind the methods.
Job well done!
What Rotary Brush kit do you use?
I was using "Holikme" kits from Amazon, but the one I really want is on it's way to my house, from rodtechusa.com. Button lock ends so no worries about spinning the drill in the wrong direction. Plus a retrieval tool.
@@jobswel-done1120 Thank you!
Was the Holikme strong enough for everyday use? Ever break on you?
I'm in New Jersey and looking to start Dryer Vent Cleaning so you info is greatly appreciated. 👍
The only issue that I've had with Holikme is user error, LOL. If there are multiple turns in a dryer run, any kit will give you issues. It's too much torque on the end being applied.
Good luck on your business. What's the common layout for dryer vent in Jersey? I also do water heater maintenance at the same time. I'll post a video soon.
You were not getting 20,000 cfm at the dryer. It was 200 cfm. The reading is 10x the actual number.
Am I reading it wrong? 2000 with a “x10” in the corner. 2000X10?