Would you like your clothes dryer to be more efficient and save money on your electric bill? Did you know that a clean clothes dryer vent helps to better dry your clothes quicker and reduces the possibility of a fire? Are you doing everything in your power to keep your home and family safe? FUSION Pro Cleaning can help!
To the average person, clothes tumbling around in a dryer may seem harmless, but what most people don’t know is that as they tumble these items are continuously contributing to a stockpile of lint and dust in the dryer's ductwork and vents. At any moment the heat from the dryer can set that lint on fire, causing your whole house to go up in flames. For this reason dryer vent cleaning is essential. Dryer vents typically need to be cleaned about twice a year, sometimes more if your household does an excessive amount of laundry. To avoid the hassle and the allergens involved with cleaning the vents yourself, hire us - the local dryer duct cleaning experts! Many people do not realize how important dryer vent cleaning is until it's too late. Don't let this be you. Call us today for a free estimate!
How a Dryer Fire Starts
Dryer fires usually start beneath the dryer when the motor overheats. Overheating is caused by a build-up of lint in the duct that increases the drying time and blocks the flow of air. Naturally, any lint that has collected under the dryer will burn and the draft from the dryer will pull that fire up into the duct. Since the duct may be coated or even blocked with lint, many times a house fire results. Other contributing conditions may include failure of the thermostat and limit switches in the dryer, lint inside the dryer, a missing or damaged lint screen, a crushed hose behind the dryer, or a bird’s nest or other debris blocking the vent.
Warning Signs
- Dryer is still producing airflow, no heat. It takes longer and longer to dry clothes, especially towels and jeans or any other article of clothing.
- Clothes are damp or hotter than usual at the end of the cycle.
- Outdoor flapper on vent hood doesn't open when dryer is on.
- Airflow in the vent seems low.
Benefits to Dryer Vent Cleaning Regularly
- Allows your dryer to operate more efficiently, using less energy and saving you money.
- Protects your dryer from excess wear and premature death.
- Helps clothes dry faster—a time savings for busy families.
- Reduces excess household dust and humidity
- Helps preserve clothing, as the life of many fabrics is damaged by excessive high heat.
PREVENT A POSSIBLE DRYER FIRE –
GET YOUR DRYER VENTS CLEANED TODAY!
How Often Should I Inspect My Vents?
Most vents should be cleaned every year. Dryer Vent Cleaning is the only solution.
Some dryer vents need attention more often. Determining factors include:
- How heavily the dryer is used
- How long the vent is / angles and the materials used. Shorter vents usually blow better.
- The age and type of dryer and venting used.
- The design of the vent. Those with a lot of turns and elbows blow worse and build up more lint.