Tumble dryer vent cleaning

Homeowners with vented dryers, landlords, letting agents, holiday let owners and small businesses such as B&Bs and launderettes.

A fixed price per visit, with extra for long or awkward duct runs. Repeat annual visits and landlord or agent contracts give steady work.

• Careful, tidy practical work
• Basic knowledge of how dryers and ducting work
• Clear, honest customer communication

• Many UK dryers are condenser or heat pump models with no external vent, so the market may be small in some areas
• Public liability insurance, and check that it covers work on appliances and ductwork
• Avoid promising to prevent fires; describe it as helping to reduce risk
• Work at height and in tight spaces, so check safe ladder use and access
• Do not repair or alter gas or electrical appliances unless you are properly qualified

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on the brushes, vacuum and any inspection camera you buy. Check that your public liability insurance covers work on appliances and ductwork.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £300 to £1,800, depending on how many customers you find. Many UK dryers are condenser or heat pump models with no external vent, so the market may be small in some areas.

Check your public liability cover includes appliance and ductwork, and check safe ladder use for work at height. Do not repair or alter gas or electrical appliances unless properly qualified, and avoid promising to prevent fires.