Dryer vent cleaning is important for several reasons. Dryer vent cleaning is the number one way to prevent dryer fires. Dryer vent cleaning promotes maximum dryer performance while reducing energy consumption.
To understand the importance of dryer vent cleaning, you need to understand how the whole system works.
As clothes dry, lint is removed and blown out of the dryer through the dryer vent system. The lint trap in your clothes dryer will capture about 60 percent of that lint. Most people realize the importance of cleaning the lint screen after each load. But that's only 60 percent. What happens to the other 40 percent?
Some of the lint that escapes the screen gets trapped in the dryer duct leading to the vent outdoors. Your dryer duct is attached to the back of your dryer and it should lead to the dryer vent outside. Lint can also be inside the back of your dryer, around the motor, belts and pulleys. Lint build-up inside the dryer chassis can lead to problems if maintenance is neglected.
Contrary to popular belief, very little dryer lint actually makes it to the vent outdoors. Most of it is stuck to the sides of the dryer duct. This stuck lint attracts more lint, which is how lint builds up and blocks air flow.
The dryer vent system is really designed to remove heat and moisture from tumbling laundry as it dries. Unfortunately, air flow carries lint into the dryer vent system as well. Eventually, the lint builds up and heat cannot escape. This is why you might notice your dryer taking longer to dry a load of laundry. If this is the case, your dryer is using excess energy and has become a fire hazard.
Even the very best dryer vent system needs to be maintained. There is no such thing as a maintenance free clothes dryer. Dryer vent cleaning is recommended annually to keep dryers functioning safely and efficiently.
Don Brusseau is a certified dryer exhaust technician specializing in dryer vent cleaning and dryer vent exhaust services. He enjoys building relationships with customers and educating them on efficient use and maintenance of their dryer exhaust system.
Dryer Vent Wizard of Connecticut provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Hartford, Newington, New Britain, Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Danbury, Middletown, Portland, New Haven, Waterbury, Milford, and all cities and communities in Connecticut
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Dryer Vent Cleaning vs Dryer Repair Service
Dryer vent cleaning is more than just routine maintenance. Dryer vent cleaning is often the repair service needed if your clothes dryer isn’t working properly.
Do you notice your dryer taking longer to dry a load of clothes?
Is there an accumulation of lint behind the dryer?
Have you ever had dryer vent cleaning service done before?
Are clothes hotter than usual at the end of a dry cycle?
Is the dryer cabinet hot when the dryer is running?
Is the laundry room unusually hot and humid while you’re using your dryer?
If you can answer yes to any of these questions, or if you have other problems with your dryer, a dryer vent repair and cleaning technician can probably fix it. Most dryer problems are due to restricted air flow as lint builds up within the dryer cabinet, the dryer ducts and the dryer vent.
Dryer lint is highly flammable and all it takes is a spark from the dryer to cause it to ignite and quickly spread a fire throughout your home. Since the fire will start inside the dryer or in the wall, it will be too late for you to contain the flames by the time you smell smoke or see fire.
Over 15,000 dryer fires occur each year; most cause very extensive damage, leaving people homeless or worse…injured or dead.
Besides eliminating a fire hazard, dryer vent cleaning reduces drying time, saving you money on your utility bills. Lint clogged dryer ducts reduce airflow and cause your dryer to overwork; dryer vent cleaning increases the life of your clothes dryer and reduces the need for appliance repair service.
Professional dryer vent cleaning is recommended annually. In addition to lint build up, improperly installed dryer vent systems can also be a fire hazard. A dryer vent cleaning and repair specialist can perform a complete inspection to be sure your dryer vent system meets current safety codes.
Don Brusseau, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, is a certified dryer vent exhaust technician specializing in dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent installation and dryer vent repair services. Customers benefit from peace of mind that their dryer vent system is safe from fire hazard and their dryer operates efficiently. Dryer Vent Wizard serves consumers and homeowners in Hartford, Danbury, Portland and neighboring communities in Connecticut.
Do you notice your dryer taking longer to dry a load of clothes?
Is there an accumulation of lint behind the dryer?
Have you ever had dryer vent cleaning service done before?
Are clothes hotter than usual at the end of a dry cycle?
Is the dryer cabinet hot when the dryer is running?
Is the laundry room unusually hot and humid while you’re using your dryer?
If you can answer yes to any of these questions, or if you have other problems with your dryer, a dryer vent repair and cleaning technician can probably fix it. Most dryer problems are due to restricted air flow as lint builds up within the dryer cabinet, the dryer ducts and the dryer vent.
Dryer lint is highly flammable and all it takes is a spark from the dryer to cause it to ignite and quickly spread a fire throughout your home. Since the fire will start inside the dryer or in the wall, it will be too late for you to contain the flames by the time you smell smoke or see fire.
Over 15,000 dryer fires occur each year; most cause very extensive damage, leaving people homeless or worse…injured or dead.
Besides eliminating a fire hazard, dryer vent cleaning reduces drying time, saving you money on your utility bills. Lint clogged dryer ducts reduce airflow and cause your dryer to overwork; dryer vent cleaning increases the life of your clothes dryer and reduces the need for appliance repair service.
Professional dryer vent cleaning is recommended annually. In addition to lint build up, improperly installed dryer vent systems can also be a fire hazard. A dryer vent cleaning and repair specialist can perform a complete inspection to be sure your dryer vent system meets current safety codes.
Don Brusseau, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, is a certified dryer vent exhaust technician specializing in dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent installation and dryer vent repair services. Customers benefit from peace of mind that their dryer vent system is safe from fire hazard and their dryer operates efficiently. Dryer Vent Wizard serves consumers and homeowners in Hartford, Danbury, Portland and neighboring communities in Connecticut.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Dryer Vent Cleaning to Remove Lint Build-up, Prevent Dryer Fires
Dryer vent cleaning is often one of the many maintenance issues often overlooked by homeowners. Necessary work around the house, including yard maintenance, appliance maintenance, plumbing and electrical can be overwhelming.
The clothes dryer is more likely to cause a fire than any other appliance. Unless you’re one of the unfortunate people who have experienced a dryer fire you probably don’t give it much thought. Over 15,000 dryer fires are reported annually; most of these fires are caused by failure to maintain with proper dryer vent cleaning.
Your dryer duct system removes the moisture, heat and lint from your laundry as it dries. If you have a gas dryer, it also removes gas by-products that you don’t want venting into your home as they pose a carbon monoxide risk.
Approximately 60% of the lint is caught in the lint screen that should be cleaned after each load of laundry. The other 40% escapes into your dryer duct system where some of it makes it out through the vent outside. Some gets stuck in the ducts along the way. As the lint builds up, air flow is restricted; therefore, the heat and moisture cannot escape and clothes take longer to dry.
Sticky, moist lint attracts more lint. It can build up quite quickly. Lint is combustible; a dryer fire will spread very quickly. A professional dryer vent cleaning specialist can inspect your system to be sure it meets today’s safety codes. Not only is dryer vent cleaning essential; proper installation of proper materials is important to ensure safety.
Don Brusseau is a certified dryer exhaust technician specializing in dryer vent cleaning and dryer vent exhaust services. He enjoys building relationships with customers and educating them on efficient use and maintenance o their dryer exhaust system. Read more at http://dryerventcleaninghartford.blogspot.com/
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The clothes dryer is more likely to cause a fire than any other appliance. Unless you’re one of the unfortunate people who have experienced a dryer fire you probably don’t give it much thought. Over 15,000 dryer fires are reported annually; most of these fires are caused by failure to maintain with proper dryer vent cleaning.
Your dryer duct system removes the moisture, heat and lint from your laundry as it dries. If you have a gas dryer, it also removes gas by-products that you don’t want venting into your home as they pose a carbon monoxide risk.
Approximately 60% of the lint is caught in the lint screen that should be cleaned after each load of laundry. The other 40% escapes into your dryer duct system where some of it makes it out through the vent outside. Some gets stuck in the ducts along the way. As the lint builds up, air flow is restricted; therefore, the heat and moisture cannot escape and clothes take longer to dry.
Sticky, moist lint attracts more lint. It can build up quite quickly. Lint is combustible; a dryer fire will spread very quickly. A professional dryer vent cleaning specialist can inspect your system to be sure it meets today’s safety codes. Not only is dryer vent cleaning essential; proper installation of proper materials is important to ensure safety.
Don Brusseau is a certified dryer exhaust technician specializing in dryer vent cleaning and dryer vent exhaust services. He enjoys building relationships with customers and educating them on efficient use and maintenance o their dryer exhaust system. Read more at http://dryerventcleaninghartford.blogspot.com/
06101, 06103, 06107, 06108, 06019, 06111, 06117, 06051, 06053, 06605, 06607, 06610, 06612, 06615, 06901, 06903, 06907, 06810, 06812, 06457, 06510, 06512, 06515, 06518, 06524, 06702, 06705, 06708, 06712, 06460
Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Prevents Fires in Bridgeport, CT
With over 15,000 clothes dryer fires occurring each year, causing deaths, injuries and loss of homes, it is important that we work to increase public awareness of preventing clothes dryer fires. Most of the reported fires were due to improper dryer vent cleaning and maintenance.
Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for Bridgeport Residents
It is recommended that all dryer vent systems be inspected by a dryer vent professional to ensure that they are up to code and working safely and efficiently.
It is also most crucial that everyone who uses a clothes dryer understand proper maintenance between professional visits. Here are some useful tips for maintaining your dryer vent system:
· Keep the lint screen clean, removing the lint after every load
· Wash lint screens monthly with soap and water to prevent residue buildup caused by dryer softener sheets
· Do not use your dryer for fabrics covered in combustible substances
· Store flammable items far away from your dryer
· Have your dryer professionally inspected and cleaned annually
· Make sure the dryer vent system is up to code according to city, state, and manufacturer standards
· Use only semi-rigid or solid metal material for venting systems
· Frequently check outside vent cover for signs of blockage, freezing, or damage
· Be sure to have dryer vents cleaned seasonally
Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard of Bridgeport Neighborhoods
Dryer Vent Wizard will do a thorough inspection of your dryer vent system to be sure it is made of proper construction and that it is properly installed. They will do the necessary corrections to be sure that it meets current UL safety standards.
Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, repair, maintenance, installation, and dryer vent systems inspections for residential and commercial buildings. They strive to educate consumers on dryer vent cleaning and maintenance for fire prevention.
More Fire Safety Tips for Bridgeport area Homes and Businesses
Here are some more tips to enhance the safety of your family, home or business:
· Maintain working fire extinguishers, including one designed for use in the laundry area
· Be sure to test fire alarms, replacing batteries frequently
· Store flammable items away from all appliances
· Keep up with professional maintenance on all appliances
· Develop a fire safety and emergency fire-escape plan for your household.
Besides fire safety and prevention, proper maintenance insures your clothes dryer will operate more efficiently, and cost less to operate, saving on energy costs. Dryer Vent Wizard has a policy that all technicians help educate their customers. Their job is not complete until the customer understands the function of their dryer vent system and how they can help maintain it between annual professional visits.
Please watch this video provided by Dryer Vent Wizard of Bridgeport, CT
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/26507771#26507771
Dryer Vent Wizard of Connecticut provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Hartford, Newington, New Britain, Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Danbury, Middletown, Portland, New Haven, Waterbury, Milford, and all cities and communities in Connecticut.
06105, 06106, 06110, 06112, 06114, 06119, 06120, 06052, 06604, 06606, 06608, 06611, 06614, 06650, 06902, 06905, 06906, 06910, 06811, 06480, 06511, 06513, 06514, 06517, 06519, 06704, 06706, 06710, 06716, 06461
Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for Bridgeport Residents
It is recommended that all dryer vent systems be inspected by a dryer vent professional to ensure that they are up to code and working safely and efficiently.
It is also most crucial that everyone who uses a clothes dryer understand proper maintenance between professional visits. Here are some useful tips for maintaining your dryer vent system:
· Keep the lint screen clean, removing the lint after every load
· Wash lint screens monthly with soap and water to prevent residue buildup caused by dryer softener sheets
· Do not use your dryer for fabrics covered in combustible substances
· Store flammable items far away from your dryer
· Have your dryer professionally inspected and cleaned annually
· Make sure the dryer vent system is up to code according to city, state, and manufacturer standards
· Use only semi-rigid or solid metal material for venting systems
· Frequently check outside vent cover for signs of blockage, freezing, or damage
· Be sure to have dryer vents cleaned seasonally
Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard of Bridgeport Neighborhoods
Dryer Vent Wizard will do a thorough inspection of your dryer vent system to be sure it is made of proper construction and that it is properly installed. They will do the necessary corrections to be sure that it meets current UL safety standards.
Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, repair, maintenance, installation, and dryer vent systems inspections for residential and commercial buildings. They strive to educate consumers on dryer vent cleaning and maintenance for fire prevention.
More Fire Safety Tips for Bridgeport area Homes and Businesses
Here are some more tips to enhance the safety of your family, home or business:
· Maintain working fire extinguishers, including one designed for use in the laundry area
· Be sure to test fire alarms, replacing batteries frequently
· Store flammable items away from all appliances
· Keep up with professional maintenance on all appliances
· Develop a fire safety and emergency fire-escape plan for your household.
Besides fire safety and prevention, proper maintenance insures your clothes dryer will operate more efficiently, and cost less to operate, saving on energy costs. Dryer Vent Wizard has a policy that all technicians help educate their customers. Their job is not complete until the customer understands the function of their dryer vent system and how they can help maintain it between annual professional visits.
Please watch this video provided by Dryer Vent Wizard of Bridgeport, CT
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/26507771#26507771
Dryer Vent Wizard of Connecticut provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Hartford, Newington, New Britain, Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Danbury, Middletown, Portland, New Haven, Waterbury, Milford, and all cities and communities in Connecticut.
06105, 06106, 06110, 06112, 06114, 06119, 06120, 06052, 06604, 06606, 06608, 06611, 06614, 06650, 06902, 06905, 06906, 06910, 06811, 06480, 06511, 06513, 06514, 06517, 06519, 06704, 06706, 06710, 06716, 06461
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