Q: The past few times I’ve put a load of clothes through a drying cycle, I’ve noticed a burning smell. My clothes also aren’t getting as dry as they used to. Do I need to have my dryer vent cleaned?

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You may remember to clean your lint trap, but what about the dryer vent or duct? Chances are you're not cleaning it enough. HVAC experts ...

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Q: I need your advice. My clothes dryer stopped getting my clothes dry. The problem was traced to the vent line being squished behind the dryer. I was also told the flexible plastic pipe was inferior.