Dryer Vent Repair Service

We'll Make Your Dryer Run Like New!

Picture of a mangled transition duct from behind a dryer. This was from a dryer vent repair job in Gaithersburg, MD.
Mangled Transition Duct
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4.9
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Facebook Rating
5.0
Based on 49 reviews

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Your Local Dryer Vent Experts Since 2017

Urbana Dryer Vent Cleaning is the top rated local dryer vent repair service in the Frederick, MD area. We have provided 5 star rated service to DMV residents since 2017. 

  • Upfront Pricing. No scams or gimmicks.
  • Discounts for veterans, seniors & groups.
  • We guarantee everything we do.
  • Experienced, friendly technicians that will take care of your home.
  • We do everything – dryer vent cleaning, dryer cleaning, dryer repairs, bird nest removal, dryer vent repairs and installations.
  • We work anywhere – We work on roofs, in attics, on boom lifts and large ladders.
  • Fully insured. 
Google Rating
4.9
Based on 450 reviews
Facebook Rating
5.0
Based on 49 reviews

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Veteran Owned and Operated

The owner of this business proudly served in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force

Business Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED

Call or Text: 240-931-0530

Why Choose us?

Service With Integrity

Experienced Technicians

Dryer Vent Repair Service

We'll Make Your Dryer Run Like New!

Picture of a mangled transition duct from behind a dryer. This was from a dryer vent repair job in Gaithersburg, MD.

Your Local Dryer Vent Experts Since 2017

Urbana Dryer Vent Cleaning is the top rated local dryer vent cleaning service in the Frederick, MD area. We have provided 5 star rated service to DMV residents since 2017. 

  • Upfront Pricing. No scams or gimmicks.
  • Discounts for veterans, seniors & groups.
  • We guarantee everything we do.
  • Experienced, friendly technicians that will take care of your home.
  • We do everything – dryer vent cleaning, dryer cleaning, dryer repairs, bird nest removal, dryer vent repairs and installations.
  • We work anywhere – We work on roofs, in attics, on boom lifts and large ladders.
  • Fully insured.

Business Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED
Google Rating
4.9
Based on 450 reviews
Facebook Rating
5.0
Based on 49 reviews

Click to read our reviews!

Veteran Owned and Operated

The owner of this business proudly served in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force

Professional Dryer Vent Repair

We rarely see dryer vents that were built in accordance with the building codes. This is amazing, considering the number of homes we service in the DMV area that are ten years old or less.

Builders install screens on the vent terminations, use improper materials, fail to fasten the duct sections properly and support them as required. This frequently leads to clogged vents and disconnected duct pieces behind walls and ceilings.

We can fix any dryer vent problem and make your home safe, efficient and code compliant.

Common Dryer Vent Repairs

Replace non-Code Compliant Dryer Vent Materials

Flexible or semi-rigid ducting is not allowed to be concealed within construction. The building code prohibits this because it can lead to many problems. These materials can easily burn through in the event of a fire in the vent. You clearly don’t want a fire to spread within the framing of the home. These materials also tear very easily. If this happens, moisture and lint will be blown into your wall or ceiling which can lead to mold and other issues. Also, a gas dryer exhausts carbon monoxide, which is a byproduct of burning natural gas. That carbon monoxide would be leaking into your home if the duct was torn or disconnected.

Builders often use these materials when the duct has to navigate around interference such as ventilation ducting. It is easier to use these materials than it is to do the right thing and build it with rigid ducting. This is also commonly seen when homeowners add an extension on the home and do it themselves, since they do not know the code requirements.

We can remove the old ducting, clean up any mess and get the right materials installed. 

Replace Rusted or Rotted Dryer Vents

Even rigid galvanized steel ducting can rot if subjected to high moisture for long periods. This is sometimes seen in long vents where condensation collects at a low point or in vents that have old bird nests or lint clogs that get wet and sit there, rotting the duct. 

We can remove the old materials and install new galvanized steel ducting.

Repair Disconnected Dryer Vents

The International Residential Code (IRC) requires that duct sections are to be mechanically fastened, that means screwed together, and taped with proper tape. However, just about every builder out there fails to screw the duct sections together. The builders aren’t the only ones who get this wrong. Just about every dryer vent cleaning company does this wrong as well.

Another common problem is adjustable elbows popping apart, as seen in the photo below. We wrap the elbow with tape and ensure the duct is properly supported so that there is no tension on those elbows. We build ducts so that they don’t just come apart on you.

We can cut into your ceiling or wall, vacuum out the mess, fix the connection and patch the wall back up for you. All you’ll have to do is spackle and paint.

Fix Dryer Vents Broken in the Wall

It’s common to see adjustable elbows used to make the transition from the laundry room to the duct in the wall. These elbows are built of multiple sections that snap together and therefore can easily pop apart. When the piece that extends into the laundry room pops off, you have nothing to attach the duct to.

We can fix this too.

Call or Text: 240-931-0530

Our Services

Dryer Vent Cleaning

We do a lot more than just clean the vent. We have the most comprehensive service around.

Dryer Cleaning

We take your dryer apart and clean it so it runs like new and won't catch on fire.

Dryer Repair

We can clean your dryer vent AND repair your dryer in the same visit. This saves you money.

Dryer Vent Installation

We install dryer vents designed for airflow efficiency and code compliance.

Multi-Unit Services

We service small and large condo/apartment buildings.

Dryer Vent Repair

We can repair and replace damaged and disconnected sections of your dryer vent

Dryer Vent Cover Replacement

Upgrade to a high quality steel cover with a magnetic flap.

Bird Nest Removal

We remove bird nests from dryer, kitchen and bathroom vents.

Bird Guard Installation

We can bird proof your home's vents with high quality cages and screens.

Call or Text: 240-931-0530

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