I started this company in March 2008. Cleaning dryer vents never came to mind until then. A good friend of mine's house caught fire. Once the fire was put out and the cause was discovered it came to me. You see his house was damaged because the clothes dryer was not able to breathe like it needed. The hose and vent were to clogged up with lent. So I started North Star Woodstock. There are several other companies offering the same service but, no one will will treat you better than me.