How Fall Leaves Can Affect Your Dryer Vent and What to Do About It
Don't Let Fall Leaves Clog Your Dryer Vent
Autumn in South Jersey is beautiful—but those falling leaves can spell trouble for your home’s dryer vent system. At Dryer Vent Squad of South Jersey, we regularly help homeowners fix and prevent dryer vent blockages caused by seasonal debris.
Here’s what you need to know about how fall leaves affect your dryer vent—and what you can do to keep your home safe and efficient this season.
🍁 How Do Fall Leaves Cause Dryer Vent Blockage?
During the fall, leaves and other debris (like twigs, seed pods, and even pests seeking shelter) can gather around your dryer vent’s exterior exhaust. If your vent cover is damaged or missing, this debris can get inside, leading to:
- Restricted airflow
- Moisture buildup
- Increased fire risk
- Longer drying times
- Overworked appliances
South Jersey’s windy autumns make it easy for leaves to blow into unprotected vent openings—especially in areas with a lot of tree coverage like Cherry Hill, Moorestown, or Medford.
🚨 Signs Your Dryer Vent Might Be Blocked
If you’re experiencing any of these signs this fall, your dryer vent may be clogged:
- Clothes taking too long to dry
- Dryer feels hot to the touch
- Burning smells during drying
- Lint around the dryer hose or outside vent
- Visible leaves or debris near the vent cover
Don’t wait until it becomes a fire hazard.
🍂 Fall Dryer Vent Maintenance Tips
Want to stay ahead of leaf-related clogs? Follow these steps:
- Inspect your outdoor dryer vent hood – Make sure it’s free of leaves and has a functioning backdraft damper.
- Clean up around the vent area – Keep shrubs, leaves, and debris away from the exterior exhaust.
- Check for airflow – Turn on your dryer and feel for strong airflow at the outside vent.
- Schedule a professional cleaning – A full dryer vent cleaning ensures there's no buildup inside the ductwork.
✅ Call the Pros at Dryer Vent Squad of South Jersey
At Dryer Vent Squad of South Jersey, we specialize in dryer vent inspections, cleanings, and repairs—especially during leaf-heavy fall months. We help homeowners in Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Mount Laurel, and throughout South Jersey stay safe, energy-efficient, and clog-free.
🍁 Don’t wait until it’s too late.
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Call us today for a fall vent cleaning before those leaves pile up!
