Diy Dryer Vent Clean Out. Clean out the dryer vent from the outside using a vacuum. Since i wasn’t about to pay someone (it’s around $150 or more where i live) to come and clean it out, i picked up a do it yourself kit.
How to clean a dryer vent like a pro. Here is a good video about roof dryer vents. Repeat until no more lint comes out of the duct.
Don’t underestimate the importance of keeping your dryer clean.
Once the dryer’s in place, head outside to clean the exterior vent. I recommend cleaning out any lint build up at least once a year (preferably in the late summer before the drier and static filled air sets in.) twice a year is best. Then, get on the roof, and peel back any shingles that may be covering the vent as well as the guard. The downside to the diy option is that it’s risky to use these kits through bends in your dryer’s vent line.