Dryer Vent Cleaning in High Point | The Trellises Roof Cover Case

The Trellises: Dryer Vent Showcase

The Trellises is a beautiful townhome community in High Point with strong finishes and great amenities. We recently serviced one of the buildings and found a serious airflow issue that could not be seen from the street.

The dryer vents in these homes run up and out through the roof. During inspection, we found the roof cover screen clogged with lint. That restriction caused a major backup in our client’s dryer vent system. While scaling the roof to service that unit, we noticed the same buildup pattern on multiple nearby roof covers.

Dryer Vent Warning Signs in High Point Townhomes

If you live in a townhome with a roof-exhaust dryer vent, these are common signs that your vent may be clogged or overdue:

• Long dry times or needing multiple cycles to finish one load
• Very hot clothes when a cycle ends
• Lint buildup around the dryer area more than normal
• Musty or hot smell during operation
• Reduced airflow and an overworked dryer

At The Trellises, the roof covers are hard to see from ground level, so many homeowners do not realize there is a restriction until performance drops.

Why This Is Not a DIY Roof Job

These roofs have multiple levels, deep pitches, and vent exits that are difficult to inspect safely. Reaching and servicing the roof cover correctly requires proper ladder setup, safe roof access, and the right cleaning tools to clear the full vent path.

For this type of layout, professional service is the safer and more reliable way to restore airflow from the dryer all the way to the roof exit.

If you are in the area and need dryer vent cleaning in High Point, we can inspect and clean the full run from the dryer to the roof cover.

What Changed After Cleaning

After clearing the roof cover screen and cleaning the full run, airflow improved and the system could vent the way it should. That means shorter dry times, less heat stress on the dryer, and less lint sitting in the vent path.

On this job, we also removed a heavy lint load that had backed up at the dryer end. Jobs like this are why we also check the transition area and recommend proper dryer vent repair and installation when needed.

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If you live at The Trellises and your dryer is running hot or taking extra cycles, schedule service. We’ll inspect and clean the full run, including the roof cover.

FAQ

How often should roof-exhaust dryer vents be cleaned in townhomes?

In our experience, most townhomes with roof-exhaust vents should be checked on a regular cycle, usually every 1 to 2 years depending on laundry volume. Homes that run frequent loads can need service sooner.

Why is roof cover blockage hard to spot from the ground?

At communities like The Trellises, the roof lines are multi-level and steep, and the dryer roof covers sit in spots that are not visible from the street. The vent can be heavily restricted up top while everything still looks normal at ground level.

Can new townhomes still have dryer vent restrictions?

Yes. New townhomes can still have airflow problems, especially with roof-exhaust setups. At The Trellises, we found screens left on roof covers, and those screens were trapping lint. Depending on laundry volume, screened roof covers can clog in as little as 3 months.