Regular dryer vent cleaning makes the clothes dryer more efficient which saves you money on your energy bills. When lint builds up in the dryer vent system, it restricts air flow and causes the dryer to work harder and use more energy to get clothes dry. A clogged vent is also a fire hazard. Lint is a very combustible material that can easily ignite as the dryer vent overheats from restricted air-flow. Failure to keep the vent clean is the leading cause of dryer fires in the US.
The most common sign of a clogged dryer vent is the dryer takes more than one cycle to properly dry clothes. People often think this is because the heat element is worn out, so they go ahead and put the clothes through 2 - 3 cycles to get them dry. This is a waste of energy that will eventually lead to a fire.
Another source of concern in the length of the dryer vent; it should be as short as possible, with as few bends as possible. The longer the vent, the harder the dryer will work and the greater the chances are of having a fire. Longer vents are also more difficult to keep clean.
When laundry facilities are located on upper floors, or they are not against an outside wall, the vents are often longer and require special tools and equipment to properly clean them. All clothes dryers, especially those with longer vents, should be professionally cleaned and inspected at least once a year. Lint isn't the only cause of clogged vents. Birds and small animals often climb in to get warm, build a nest and make it their home.
Another concern with gas dryers is carbon monoxide poisoning. Everyone associates this issue with their furnace or water heater; it is also a concern with a gas dryer. It is a law that all furnaces, water heaters and clothes dryers be vented to the outdoors. Of these three appliances, the clothes dryer has the greatest chance of causing a fire and is often the least expensive to service.
This article was written by John Stevenson, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Upstate NY. http://www.dryerventwizard.com which specializes in dryer vent cleaning, replacing vents made of flammable material, repairing and altering vents for residential and commercial clients. John services Onondaga County, Baldwinsville, Liverpool, Syracuse, Manlius, Oswego County, Central Square, Fulton, Pulaski, Centerville, Cayuga County, Auburn, Yates County, Dundee, Penn Yan, Monroe County, Rochester, Fairport, Pittsburg, Scottsville, Spencerport, Wayne County, Clyde, Lyons, Newark, Wolcott, Geneva, Canandaigua and neighboring cities and communities in Upstate New York.
Don't let your dryer start a fire; keep your home safe and sound. Dryer Vent Wizard professionally inspects and cleans clothing dryers for homeowners and in commercially-owned buildings. Poorly maintained dryer vents cause fire hazards and cost substantially more to operate.
Why Dryer Vent Cleaning is so Important!
•· Dryer vents clogged with lint cost $18-24 more per month.
•· There are 15,500 fires every year caused by dryer vents.
•· Dryer manufacturers recommend you clean your dryer vent every year.
•· Regular dryer vent maintenance prolongs the life of your dryer.
Our services include:
•· Dryer vent cleaning
•· Dryer vent repair
•· Dryer vent alterations
•· Dryer vent tube installations
•· Website: http://www.dryerventwizard.com
Contact:
John Stevenson
Phone: 315-382-1164
Email: jstevenson@dryerventwizard.com
Service area: Onondaga County, Baldwinsville, Liverpool, Syracuse, Manlius, Oswego County, Central Square, Fulton, Pulaski, Centerville, Cayuga County, Auburn, Yates County, Dundee, Penn Yan, Monroe County, Rochester, Fairport, Pittsburg, Scottsville, Spencerport, Wayne County, Clyde, Lyons, Newark, Wolcott, Geneva, Canandaigua and neighboring cities and communities.
Regular dryer vent cleaning makes the clothes dryer more efficient which saves you money on your energy bills. When lint builds up in the dryer vent system, it restricts air flow and causes the dryer to work harder and use more energy to get clothes dry. A clogged vent is also a fire hazard. Lint is a very combustible material that can easily ignite as the dryer vent overheats from restricted air-flow. Failure to keep the vent clean is the leading cause of dryer fires in the US.
The most common sign of a clogged dryer vent is the dryer takes more than one cycle to properly dry clothes. People often think this is because the heat element is worn out, so they go ahead and put the clothes through 2 - 3 cycles to get them dry. This is a waste of energy that will eventually lead to a fire.
Another source of concern in the length of the dryer vent; it should be as short as possible, with as few bends as possible. The longer the vent, the harder the dryer will work and the greater the chances are of having a fire. Longer vents are also more difficult to keep clean.
When laundry facilities are located on upper floors, or they are not against an outside wall, the vents are often longer and require special tools and equipment to properly clean them. All clothes dryers, especially those with longer vents, should be professionally cleaned and inspected at least once a year. Lint isn't the only cause of clogged vents. Birds and small animals often climb in to get warm, build a nest and make it their home.
Another concern with gas dryers is carbon monoxide poisoning. Everyone associates this issue with their furnace or water heater; it is also a concern with a gas dryer. It is a law that all furnaces, water heaters and clothes dryers be vented to the outdoors. Of these three appliances, the clothes dryer has the greatest chance of causing a fire and is often the least expensive to service.
This article was written by John Stevenson, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Upstate NY. http://www.dryerventwizard.com which specializes in dryer vent cleaning, replacing vents made of flammable material, repairing and altering vents for residential and commercial clients. John services Onondaga County, Baldwinsville, Liverpool, Syracuse, Manlius, Oswego County, Central Square, Fulton, Pulaski, Centerville, Cayuga County, Auburn, Yates County, Dundee, Penn Yan, Monroe County, Rochester, Fairport, Pittsburg, Scottsville, Spencerport, Wayne County, Clyde, Lyons, Newark, Wolcott, Geneva, Canandaigua and neighboring cities and communities in Upstate New York.
Clothes dryers can be found in 80 percent, or 81.5 million homes throughout the United States. A full load of wet clothes placed in a dryer contains about one half gallon of water. As water is removed, lint is created from the clothes. In a properly installed vent, any lint that escapes the dryer's lint filter should be blown outdoors. Any accumulation which occurs in a dryer's ducting is usually a sign of poor air flow, especially at the location(s) it occurs. In such cases the vent line should be evaluated to locate and correct any deficiencies it may have.
The vent should be as short and as straight and with as few elbows as possible. The more bends and turns, the greater the reduction in air flow there is and more areas where lint can accumulate. More bends will also hamper dryer vent cleaning, which leading Appliance Manufacturers recommend should be performed annually.
It is sometimes possible to tell if a dryer's vent is the cause of poor drying by totally removing the vent line from the dryer and doing a couple of loads. If drying improves, you can be sure the vent is (at least part of) the problem. When attaching multiple sections of pipe together do not use sheet metal screws, use metal foil tape instead. Any protuberances into the vent will cause obstructions where lint can accumulate, eventually leading to a restriction, and allow lint to build up. Those protuberances will also make the inevitable dryer vent cleaning much more difficult.
Clothes dryers are one of the most expensive appliances in your home to operate. The longer it runs the more money it costs you. Dryer vents clogged with lint cause the dryer to run longer resulting in excess energy costs of $18 to $24 per month. According to the U. S. Fire Administration, dryer fires account for an average of 15,000 fires with an approximate $88 million in property damage, 15 deaths and 400 injuries annually. "Failure to clean" was cited as the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in residential buildings. On a positive note, the number of clothes dryer fires has dropped by 35% from the 24,000 fires that occurred annually, on average, in the late 1970's.
Consumer Reports says that flexible dryer ducts made of foil and plastic are the most problematic because they can sag and let lint build up at low points. Metal ducts, either flexible or solid, are far safer because they don't sag, so lint is less likely to build up. In addition, if a fire does start, a metal duct is more likely to contain it.
No matter which kind of duct you have, you should clean it regularly. In addition, clean the lint screen each time you use your dryer. This not only will reduce the risk of fire, but your dryer will dry your clothes faster and use less energy.
Dryer's Do's and Don'ts
•· Clean the lint filter before and after each load
•· Do not dry clothing/fabric on which there is anything flammable (alcohol, cooking oils, gasoline, spot removers, dry cleaning solvents, etc.) Flammable substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
•· Don't forget to read manufacturers' warning about the use and care of your appliance in manuals that accompany new dryers.
•· Replace plastic, vinyl and aluminum foil venting with rigid or flexible metal venting to comply with NYS Building code.
Don't let your clothes dryer start a fire; Keep your home safe and sound. Dryer Vents is ALL we do; We ARE the experts! Call us for an inspection, repair, cleaning and installation service today! http://www.dryerventwizard.com
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Did you know that:
•· Clothes dryers can be found in 80 percent, or 81.5 million homes throughout the United States.
•· A full load of wet clothes placed in a dryer contains about one half gallon of water. As water is removed, lint is created from the clothes.
•· Clothes dryers are one of the most expensive appliances in your home to operate. The longer it runs the more money it costs you. Dryer vents clogged with lint cause the dryer to run longer resulting in excess energy costs of $18 to $24 per month.
•· Leading appliance manufacturers recommend your dryer vent be cleaned every year.
On a positive note, the number of clothes dryer fires has dropped by 35% from the 24,000 fires that occurred annually, on average, in the late 1970s.
One of the most important functions of a dryer is the elimination of moisture recovered during the heating of damp clothing. This moisture is held in the warm air produced by the dryer as humidity and is normally expelled to the outdoors through the dryer's vent. If this air cannot be adequately removed, poor drying will result. This moisture can also condense into pools of water in the dryer vent, eventually leaking out. Any moisture accumulation inside the dryer ducting is a sign of poor venting which should be looked into.
Dryer do's and don'ts:
· Clean the lint filter before or after each load. Don't forget to clean the back of the dryer where lint can be trapped.
· The interior of the dryer and venting system should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. If you notice the drying time is taking longer, clean the vent system thoroughly to ensure proper airflow.
· Replace plastic, vinyl and aluminum foil venting with rigid or flexible metal venting to bring it to NY State and local Residential Building Code.
· Do not dry clothing/fabric on which there is anything flammable (alcohol, cooking oils, gasoline, spot removers, dry-cleaning solvents, etc.). Flammable substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
• Don't forget to read manufacturers' warnings in use and care manuals that accompany new dryers. Also, warning markings can usually be found on the inside of the dryer's lid and take only minutes to read.
Don't let your clothes dryer start a fire; Keep your home safe and sound. Dryer Vents is ALL we do; We ARE the experts! Call us for an inspection, repair, cleaning and installation service today! http://www.dryerventwizard.com
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