Dryer Vent Cleaning in Leominster, MA & Worcester County
$250
Same Day Service Availability
On Duty Chimney, Masonry, Stove Provides Dryer Vent Cleaning Services Near Leominster Area, MA
On Duty Chimney provides professional dryer vent cleaning across Central Massachusetts. Owned by Bryan LeBlanc, a retired firefighter with 17 years of industry experience. We have served 4,400+ Massachusetts homeowners since 2010, with a staff of 20 technicians, full MA Construction Supervisor License CS106348, HIC 201587, and BBB Accredited status. Annual cleaning protects your home, lowers your energy costs, and dramatically reduces fire risk.
Schedule a dryer vent cleaning by calling 978-696-7933.
$250 Dryer Vent Cleaning Diagnostic
Our dryer vent cleaning starts at $250 and includes a full diagnostic of your vent system. Here is what you get from On Duty Chimney, Masonry & Stove:
- We come to your home and analyze your dryer vent cleaning needs
- We provide a comprehensive report on the problem
- We present personalized solutions on what to do next
- 100% satisfaction guaranteed
- *An additional $100 applies for dryer vents longer than 10 feet.
*Some restrictions or conditions may apply, so call 978-696-7933 for details. Bundled pricing is available when dryer vent cleaning is combined with annual chimney cleaning, including the $50 early bird discount for service scheduled March through July.
Why Dryer Vent Cleaning Matters (From a Retired Firefighter)
The U.S. Fire Administration estimates 2,900 home dryer fires per year, with the leading cause being failure to clean the dryer vent. Lint builds up in the vent line over time, restricting airflow and trapping heat. When the trapped heat reaches the ignition point of the lint, the result is a flash fire that spreads from the dryer cabinet into the wall cavity and beyond.
On Duty Chimney owner Bryan LeBlanc is a retired firefighter. He has personally responded to homes where a clogged dryer vent caused exactly this kind of fire. Annual professional cleaning is the single most effective prevention measure, and it costs a fraction of the damage one of these fires causes. Most Central Massachusetts homeowners benefit from cleaning every 12 months; high-use households (large families, daily laundry) may need cleaning every 6 to 9 months.
Beyond fire prevention, clean dryer vents also shorten dry times (which lowers your energy bill), extend dryer lifespan, and reduce the risk of carbon monoxide buildup in gas dryer installations.
Warning Signs Your Dryer Vent Needs Cleaning
- Clothing needs more time to dry. Do not mistake prolonged drying times for a failing dryer.
- Excessive lint buildup is often the culprit, indicating a clogged vent.
- Excessive lint on clothing. Extra lint on your clothes after a cycle is a clear indicator that the vent needs professional cleaning.
- Musty-smelling clothing. A musty odor on freshly laundered clothes signals inefficient drying, often linked to a clogged dryer vent trapping moisture.
- Hot laundry room. A hot laundry room while the dryer runs is a red flag for improper exhaust from a clogged vent.
- Burning odors. A burning smell from a running dryer signals excess lint causing overheating and a fire risk. Stop using the dryer until it is cleaned.
- Blocked vent hood. A vent hood on your home’s exterior clogged with lint or debris is a clear sign the system needs cleaning.
No matter the problem, our Leominster-area technicians determine what needs to be fixed before any work is done, so you know exactly what solution is best for your home.
Why Central Massachusetts Trusts On Duty
Owner Bryan LeBlanc is a retired firefighter with 17 years of industry experience
- Established 2010 (almost 16 years serving Massachusetts homes)
- 4,400+ customers served
- Staff of 20 technicians
- Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License CS106348 (expires 10/25/27)
- Massachusetts HIC License 201587 (expires 6/23/27)
- OSHA-certified technicians (cert #36-006247200 and #14-703222888)
- BBB Accredited since May 2022
- Recipient of the Office of the Secretary of Defense / ESGR Patriotic Employer Award
- Free camera inspections included with every service (most competitors charge extra)
- Photo-reported transparent estimates
- 24/7 emergency availability
Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Process
Step 1: Inspection (With Free Camera)
We start at the dryer and inspect the full vent line from machine to exterior termination. Camera inspection is included free with every service, so you see exactly what we are seeing inside the vent. We check for the warning signs of restricted airflow: long dry times, dryer overheating, lint at the exterior cap, or visible damage to the duct.
Step 2: Cleaning
We use rotary brush equipment and high-powered vacuum extraction to remove lint, debris, and any obstructions from the full vent line. We address every section: the transition hose behind the dryer, the rigid duct through the wall or ceiling, the exterior cap, and any elbows or transitions in between.
Step 3: Verification
We verify airflow is restored, confirm the exterior termination cap is clear and operating, and document the cleaned vent with the camera. If we find compromised sections, we discuss your options before any additional work begins.
Where We Serve
Defensive home base: Leominster (HQ). Offensive coverage: Fitchburg, Lunenburg, Ashburnham, and Worcester. Growth-target towns where we are actively expanding: Harvard, Groton, Bolton, and any community east of Leominster.
We also serve Lancaster, Westminster, Sterling, Princeton, Clinton, Ayer, Shirley, Townsend, and Pepperell, plus the surrounding Central Massachusetts region. Massachusetts only: we do not service outside MA.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Customers here in Leominster and beyond love our chimney services! Here are a few things they have to say
Dryer Vent Cleaning FAQs
Most Central Massachusetts homes benefit from annual professional dryer vent cleaning. High-use households (large families, daily laundry loads) may need cleaning every 6 to 9 months. If you notice longer dry times, the dryer running hot, lint accumulating at the exterior cap, or a burning smell during drying, schedule a cleaning right away.
Yes. The fire-safety reduction (which is the most important reason and the one our retired-firefighter owner emphasizes) plus shorter dry times, lower energy bills, extended dryer lifespan, and reduced carbon monoxide risk in gas dryer installations.
Yes. Free camera inspections are included with every On Duty service. You see what we see inside the vent line, before and after the cleaning. Most competitors charge extra for camera inspections; we have included them in every service since 2010.
A standard residential dryer vent cleaning typically takes 30 to 60 minutes from arrival to completion. Longer runs or more complex configurations may take slightly longer. We give you an accurate time estimate when you schedule.
The most common signs include clothes taking longer to dry than usual (especially needing more than one cycle), the dryer feeling unusually hot to the touch, a burning smell during operation, lint visible at or around the exterior vent cap, and the laundry room feeling warmer or more humid during drying.
Yes. Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License CS106348, HIC 201587, OSHA-certified technicians, and BBB Accredited since May 2022. Owner Bryan LeBlanc is a retired firefighter with 17 years of industry experience.