Whole-system duct and dryer vent check with before-and-after photos - you see exactly what came out of your vents
That "$99 whole-house special" is a bait ad - the real number appears once they are in your hallway, or the "clean" is a shop-vac at the register. We photograph the inside of your ducts before and after instead.
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AfterFast, Reliable Dryer Vent Cleaning Across Fort Collins
Dryer vent cleaning in Fort Collins typically runs $150 – $280 for a standard residential system, and most jobs are completed in under two hours with the dryer back in service the same day. If your loads are taking two cycles to dry, the vent hood outside isn’t pushing strong airflow, or you smell burning lint when the dryer runs, the vent is clogged and the machine is working against itself.
We’ve worked through enough Fort Collins homes to know the patterns here. The semi-arid climate at 5,000 feet means lint dries into a hard, compacted mat inside vents, especially in the older ranch homes around Old Town and Andersonville where original 4-inch galvanized runs were never designed for modern dryers. Our crews dispatch from the Denver office and cover Fort Collins daily. Call (361) 326-5060 for a written estimate before any work starts.
Why Hollis Air Duct Cleaning Is Fort Collins’s Preferred Dryer Vent Cleaning Company
Fort Collins homeowners call us because we’ve built a reputation on showing up when we said we would and leaving with the job done by the book. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Collins crews know the local housing stock, from the 1960s split-levels near Miller to the newer builds south of Harmony Road, and we price every job in writing before touching a tool.
Our customers in Fort Collins mention the same things in feedback: the technician arrived inside the quoted window, explained what the vent looked like with a before photo, and the final price matched the written estimate. No surprises at the door. That’s The Garrison Standard, and it’s how every Hollis location operates.
Phones are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Scheduling is coordinated from our Denver office, but the crew that arrives at your Fort Collins home is local, uniformed, and background-checked. You know who is walking in before they get there.
Every dryer vent cleaning carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If the work fails within a year, we return and make it right at no charge, including a free second visit. That’s not a slogan; it’s the terms on every invoice.
Dryer Vent Inspection in Fort Collins
Dryer Vent Inspection in Fort Collins is where we start every job, because a vent you can’t see is a vent you can’t trust. Our technician runs a high-resolution camera through the full duct run, from the back of your dryer to the exterior termination, documenting lint buildup, crushed sections, improper slope, and any signs of past overheating. In Fort Collins, we pay special attention to vents that pass through unconditioned crawlspaces or attics common in the 1950s – 1970s ranch homes around Old Town and Andersonville, where temperature swings harden lint deposits and make airflow restrictions worse.
A typical Dryer Vent Inspection in Fort Collins runs $89 – $129 when booked as a standalone service, or it’s included at no extra charge when you proceed with cleaning. Most inspections take 20 – 30 minutes, and you’ll see the footage yourself before we quote any additional work.
What We Document
The inspection records lint accumulation depth, any disconnected joints, and whether the vent termination cap is functioning or blocked by debris. In Fort Collins, we frequently find bird nests in the vent cap during spring and early summer, and we note whether the current cap meets code for pest exclusion.
When to Schedule
Book an inspection if your dryer is more than two years old and has never been checked, if you’ve noticed longer dry times, or if you’re buying a home in Fort Collins and want to verify the vent condition before closing. Many homeowners pair this with Air Duct Cleaning in Fort Collins for a full system review.
Commercial Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Collins
Commercial Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Collins covers multi-unit housing, laundromats, hotels, veterinary clinics, and any business running commercial-grade dryers. These systems move far more lint than residential units, often through longer horizontal runs that violate code if not properly maintained. Our crews use Nikro negative-air machines and rotary brush systems scaled for commercial duct diameters, pulling debris while agitating it loose from duct walls.
Commercial dryer vent cleaning in Fort Collins typically ranges from $350 – $850 depending on duct length, number of termination points, and access difficulty. We schedule these jobs during off-hours to avoid disrupting your operation, and we provide before-and-after documentation for property management records.
Multi-Unit Properties
Apartment complexes near Colorado State University and along College Avenue frequently call us for annual service on shared laundry facilities. We clean each vent run individually and inspect the common exhaust plenum for lint accumulation that individual unit cleanings miss.
Code Compliance Checks
Fort Collins follows the International Mechanical Code for dryer exhaust, which limits duct length and prohibits screws that catch lint. Our commercial inspection includes a written report on code compliance, useful for insurance audits and property inspections.
Trusted Brands We Service in Fort Collins
We maintain equipment from Rotobrush, Nikro, and Abatement Technologies on every Fort Collins truck, and we stock replacement vent caps, bird guards, and transition hoses from Guardsman for same-day repairs. If your vent termination is damaged or your transition hose behind the dryer is crushed and kinked, we can replace it during the cleaning visit without a return trip. That’s the difference between a crew that cleans and a crew that solves the problem while they’re there.
Common Dryer Vent Cleaning Problems We See in Fort Collins Homes
- Compacted lint from dry, high-altitude air. Fort Collins’s 15 – 25% relative humidity bakes lint into a dense, almost ceramic layer inside vents. Standard shop vacuums won’t touch it; we use Rotobrush rotary systems to break it loose before negative-air extraction.
- Long vent runs in 1960s – 70s ranches. Homes in Old Town and Andersonville often have dryers located interior to the floor plan, with 25-foot-plus vent runs through unconditioned crawlspaces. The slope sags over decades, creating low spots where lint dams up.
- Bird and rodent entry at the cap. The open prairie around Fort Collins means swallows, sparrows, and occasional ground squirrels investigate vent terminations. We install bird guards with proper mesh sizing that blocks pests without restricting airflow.
- Improper vent material from DIY replacements. We find foil transition hose and PVC pipe in Fort Collins homes, both fire hazards. PVC generates static that traps lint, and foil hose crushes flat behind the dryer. We replace these with rigid or semi-rigid metal duct to code.
Pricing for Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Collins, CO
Honest pricing means you know the range before you call. Here’s what dryer vent cleaning costs in Fort Collins:
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Standard residential dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $280 |
| Dryer vent inspection (standalone) | $89 – $129 |
| Vent rerouting or repair | $200 – $450 |
| Bird guard or vent cap replacement | $75 – $150 |
| Commercial dryer vent cleaning | $350 – $850 |
What moves the price: vent length and number of turns, access difficulty (crawlspace, attic, roof termination), whether the vent needs repair or rerouting, and whether we’re also handling Duct Sealing in Fort Collins on the same visit. We do not charge per foot or add fees at the door. The price is written down before work starts, and it does not move.
Estimates are free. Call (361) 326-5060 to schedule.
We Also Serve Cities Near Fort Collins
Our crews cover the full northern Front Range corridor. We regularly schedule Fort Collins appointments alongside stops in Greeley, Boulder, Denver, and Colorado Springs. If you’re managing properties across multiple cities, we can coordinate a single service window to minimize disruption.
Serving Fort Collins, CO - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Collins area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Dryer Vent Cleaning in Fort Collins
We typically schedule Fort Collins appointments within 3 – 5 business days, with some next-day openings depending on route consolidation from the Denver office. Call (361) 326-5060 to check current availability.
Yes, we service homes from Old Town and Andersonville south through the subdivisions near Harmony Road and east toward I-25. Our technicians know the local housing stock and common vent configurations in each area.
We do not advertise same-day emergency dispatch for dryer vents. If you smell burning or suspect an active fire hazard, exit the home and call 911. For urgent but non-emergency blockages, we’ll prioritize your appointment in the next available slot.
Fort Collins dryer vent cleaning runs roughly 5 – 10% below Denver rates due to shorter travel distances from our dispatch point and slightly lower permit overhead. Boulder tends to run highest in the region due to access restrictions and parking logistics.
Every dryer vent cleaning is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If lint buildup returns to blocking levels within a year, or if any repair we performed fails, we return and correct it at no charge, including a free second visit. The guarantee is printed on your invoice, not implied.
Written by Roy Castellanos, Owner at Hollis Air Duct Cleaning, serving Fort Collins and the northern Front Range.