The Most Common Dryer Vent Cleaning Scams
“$59 dryer vent cleaning” + upsell
They quote a low price, then claim your vent is “too clogged,” “too long,” or “on the roof,” and push a huge upcharge. (Sometimes the upsell is legitimate, sometimes it’s not. The key is a written scope and clear pricing before they start.)
Partial cleaning (“we cleaned it” but only vacuumed the first few feet)
A real service verifies the entire line is cleared to the exterior termination and confirms airflow improvement.
“Replacement-only” pressure
They insist you must replace everything without showing you the issue (crushed line, improper material, severe restriction). If replacement is needed, you should be shown why and given options.
Facebook/Marketplace appointment scams
They take deposits, no-show, or send unqualified labor.
Smart hiring checklist for dryer vent cleaning (Nassau & Suffolk)
- Ask for a fixed price range based on vent length/termination type (rear wall vs. side wall vs. roof)
- Ask how they’ll verify airflow and that the exterior termination is cleared
- Avoid paying deposits to “new” social pages with no local footprint
- Request proof of insurance + written scope
