Dryer Vent Repair Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester — Ducts, Hoods & Re-Routes
Vinyl and thin foil duct on a concealed run is not code-compliant in Ontario. If that is what you have, it needs replacing.
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Cleaning only helps if the duct is intact. We replace crushed foil with rigid or semi-rigid metal, reseal joints that came apart inside a joist bay, re-route runs that were never compliant, and replace exterior hoods that no longer close in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester.
Common failures we replace
Torn or collapsed flex behind the appliance, ducts terminating into an attic or soffit, screw penetrations catching lint, unsealed joints leaking into framing, and broken hood dampers.
Rigid metal, foil-taped joints
Concealed runs get smooth rigid metal with foil-taped joints and no interior fasteners. That is both the code requirement in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester and the reason the duct stays clear longer.
Re-routing that actually works
Too many elbows or an uphill run guarantees repeat blockages. Where the route is the problem, we redesign it rather than cleaning the same failure every year.
Dryer Vent Cleaning pricing in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester
Real 2026 ranges. Your exact number is confirmed in writing before any work starts.
| Service | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Transition replacement (behind dryer) | $120 – $240 | Rigid or semi-rigid metal |
| Exterior hood and damper replacement | $189 – $340 | Includes sealing and clamping |
| Joint repair and duct resealing | $180 – $420 | Concealed runs, access dependent |
| Full duct re-route | $650 – $2,400 | Quoted after inspection |
How the visit works in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester
- 1
Airflow test before we start
We measure real exhaust airflow at the exterior hood so you see the honest 'before' number for your home in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester.
- 2
Camera scan of the duct
A push camera runs the elbows, transitions, and termination so the blockage is located, not guessed at.
- 3
Rotary brush and HEPA vacuum
A counter-rotating brush breaks the lint mat loose while a negative-pressure HEPA vacuum captures it. Nothing blows back into the laundry room.
- 4
Termination and damper service
Exterior hood cleared, damper flap freed, and bird nests or lint-catching screens removed.
- 5
Transition and connection check
Crushed foil behind the dryer is straightened or replaced with rigid or semi-rigid metal and properly clamped.
- 6
After test and photo report
We re-measure airflow and email before/after numbers with photos, so the improvement is documented rather than promised.
What Dorchester customers say
4.9 out of 5 from 743 reviews across the GTA. A selection relevant to this service below.
HEPA vacuum meant nothing escaped into the laundry room. They even wiped down the machine afterwards.
Two cycles down to one. They showed me the airflow reading before and after and emailed the photos the same day.
Stacked unit in a tiny closet. They pulled it, fitted a proper periscope, cleaned the run, and put everything back exactly as it was.
Removed the nest, fitted a proper damper, and explained why the old screened hood was the reason it kept happening.
Dryer Vent Cleaning FAQs — Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester
Can you repair without opening walls?
In most homes in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester, yes — we work from the appliance side and the exterior termination, and tell you upfront if access is unavoidable.
How do I know the duct is leaking?
Humidity or a warm-lint smell in the laundry room while the dryer runs, or lint dust on nearby surfaces.
Is foil flex duct allowed at all?
Only as a short, exposed transition behind the appliance — never inside a wall, floor, or ceiling.
Do you handle townhouse and condo runs?
Yes, including shared shafts, booster fans, and the documentation building management asks for.
How long does a repair take?
Transitions and hoods take an hour or two. Re-routes are usually a half or full day.
Is the work warrantied?
Yes — a written workmanship warranty on all repairs in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester.
Book dryer vent cleaning in Doug Tarry Homes, Dorchester
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Call (437) 475-2233