99 out of 100 clothes dryers have a problem with air flow and lint build up which can cause a dryer to run inefficiently and eventually, lead to a fire
Chicago, IL-Mory Matias of Dryer Vent Wizard, a leading dryer vent cleaning company, has noticed the biggest safety hazard in clothes dryers are the vents running from the back of the dryer to the outside of the home. Mory services the North Side of Chicago and the North Shore Suburbs of Cook and Lake Counties in Illinois. "When customers complain about dryers taking too long to get clothes dry, this is a warning indicating restricted air-flow in the dryer vent system," said Matias in a recent interview.
Mory is thorough when he performs and inspection of a dryer vent system. There are at least 10 factors to look at when checking a clothes dryer for safety, including vents, airflow and the amount of lint on the floor behind the dryer. "I find a problem with nearly every dryer vent system that I inspect," said Matias. Mory went on to explain different problems that dryer vents can have, including installation procedures and materials used to form and connect dryer vent sections.
Homeowners should have their dryer vent system professionally inspected to be sure it meets safety codes. Annual dryer vent cleaning by a professional is vital to be sure there are no clogs in the system. Larger homes have longer dryer vents making it more difficult for homeowners to access all parts of the vent for cleaning. Dryer vent cleaning is easy for a professional who has special equipment for accessing and cleaning all parts of the dryer vent system.
Mory Matias, who used to work in product development, is now dedicated to helping his local community prevent easily avoidable dryer fires. He is committed to providing a quality service for home and business owners that will help them achieve tangible safety and savings through regular dryer vent maintenance. For valuable tips and more information, visit http://www.dryerventwizard.com
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.
Contact:
Dryer Vent Wizard of Northshore Chicago
Mory Matias
518 W. Wrightwood Ave; Ste 3E
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 773-484-3509
Email: mmatias@dryerventwizard.com
Website: http://www.dryerventwizard.com
Dryer vent cleaning and dryer vent repair, installation, alteration services provided for North Side Chicago and North Shore Suburbs, Cook and Lake Counties, Evanston, Wilmette, Lincolnwood, Skokie, Morton Grove, Kenilworth, Glenview, Northbrook, Northfield, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Deerfield and neighboring cities and communities.
Failure to clean and maintain dryer vent systems is a leading cause of dryer fires in the US. According the to the US Fire Administration, dryer vent fires cost more than $88 million, cause more than 400 injuries, and result in an average of 15 deaths annually. Consumers need to be made aware of the importance of dryer vent cleaning to ensure dryer fire prevention.
Other causes of dryer fires include improper venting material, storage of combustible material near the dryer and mechanical or electrical problems.
To enhance the safety of family and home, consumers should take the following actions, to prevent dryer fires:
•· Keep a working fire extinguisher, designed for use in the laundry area
•· Be sure to test fire alarms, replacing batteries frequently
•· Clean lint traps before and after each use
•· Wash lint screens monthly with soap and water to prevent residue buildup
•· Refrain from drying fabrics soaked in combustible substances
•· Store flammable items far away from your dryer
•· Have necessary dryer vent repair done so the system is up to code according to city, state, and manufacturer criteria
•· Use only semi-rigid or solid metal material for dryer vent systems
•· Be sure dryer vent systems are as straight and short as possible to prevent buildup at elbows
•· Frequently check dryer vent cover, outside, for signs of blockage, freezing, or damage
•· Be sure to have dryer vent cleaning and inspections seasonally
•· Develop a fire safety/emergency plan for the household
This article was written by Mory Matias, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard in Chicago, Illinois. Mory services North Side Chicago and North Shore Suburbs, Cook and Lake Counties, Evanston, Wilmette, Lincolnwood, Skokie, Morton Grove, Kenilworth, Glenview, Northbrook, Northfield, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Deerfield and neighboring cities and communities. Dryer Vent Wizard professionally inspects and cleans clothing dryers for homeowners and in commercially-owned buildings. Poorly maintained dryer vents are fire hazards and cause clothes dryers to cost substantially more to operate. For more information and safety tips, visit http://www.dryerventwizard.com
Contact:
Dryer Vent Wizard of Northshore Chicago
Mory Matias
518 W. Wrightwood Ave; Ste 3E
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 773-484-3509
Email: mmatias@dryerventwizard.com
Website: http://www.dryerventwizard.com
Dryer Vent Wizard is committed to promoting dryer fire safety awareness throughout thier community. They provide top-notch dryer vent cleaning service and maintenance.
Mory Matias, who used to work in product development, is now dedicated to helping his local community prevent easily avoidable dryer fires. He is committed to providing a quality service for home and business owners that will help them achieve tangible safety and savings through regular dryer vent maintenance.
According to Mory Matias, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Northshore Chicago, most consumers are unaware that annual dryer and dryer vent maintenance is required to keep the dryer running properly and to prevent dryer fires. Additionally, annual maintenance can save energy and associated costs.
When a consumer finds their dryer taking multiple cycles to dry clothes or if it keeps stopping during a cycle, the cause could be lint accumulation in the vent line, causing the dryer to work inefficiently or not at all. Annual maintenance can mean lower energy bills, since the result is the dryer not having to work so long and hard to dry clothes. In addition, clothes don't wear out as quickly when they don't have to go through multiple cycles.
While cleaning a dryer vent may seem like a very simple and sensible thing to do, the fact of the matter is, many people just don't do it. Time is a precious commodity for most people today. Busy households have an urgent need to get their dryers up and running safely and efficiently. This is why they call Dryer Vent Wizard to help them obtain a quick solution to their dryer vent problems.
Dryer Vent Wizard services North Side Chicago and North Shore Suburbs, Cook and Lake Counties, Evanston, Wilmette, Lincolnwood, Skokie, Morton Grove, Kenilworth, Glenview, Northbrook, Northfield, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Deerfield
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We also strive to promote public awareness of fire safety and clothes dryers. We encourage consurmers to go to http://www.dryerventwizard.com and get their free dryer vent safety check too kit.
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To increase awareness of dryer vent safety, DVW is offering Tips & Tools. Homeowners & community groups are encouraged to download the Tips brochure and the video, "Don´t Let Your Dryer Start a Fire, Keep Your Home Safe and Sound". FREE dryer vent safety check kits that help identify dryer vent problems can also be ordered!
Call 1-866-498-SAFE (7233) for your dryer check-up & cleaning
Great Dryer Vent Cleaning!
The following was sent to about 175 people by a satisfied customer:
"Okay, you are going to think I am crazy e-mailing you about your dryer - BUT - when we moved here over a year ago, I finally got a great set. Only when we used it, I noticed that after a few months I had to run it twice to get my loads dry. (I thought nothing of it b/c it seemed no matter where I lived, my dryers ran twice on heavy loads.) I just figured this is how it is with all dryers."
Well, the past few weeks, we have had to run our dryer even up to 4 times on a heavy load. There was even a "moldy" type smell in our towels. I called a dryer repair guy b/c I figured the heating element was going out. He told me that on dryers, if it is drying, even a little, it is more likely to be my dryer vent. He told me to hire someone to come and clean the vent that goes through the house.
I thought I could do it myself, so I went downstairs and pulled the vent out of the wall to find an extreme amount of build-up!!! It was damp and had that "moldy" smell that my towels have had. I tried to clean it out and the more I reached in the more clogged it was. I knew if it was clogged here, that the inside pipe had to be backed up.
I called a place called "Dryer Vent Wizard". It runs normally about $150 to come out, inspect and clean. That is for a normal 20 foot pipe. Ours ran 36 feet and was up and down and all around - causing our vent build-up. Even though it was over $150 for our case to clean it, let me tell you IT WAS WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!!
After he cleaned it out filling a 5 gallon tub full of lint, I ran my dryer for a load and it dried PERFECTLY in a shorter amount if time. I have honestly NEVER had my clothes dry so fast. It seems like common sense that the vent needs to be cleaned, but thinking about it, this house was never cleaned in over 20 years and no other house I ever lived in was ever cleaned - so it was never my dryers, but probably my vents all along!!!
Anyway, they charge $39 to come out and take a look. (For a membership type thing of like $29 they will come out once a year and not charge the $39 fee.)
I HIGHLY recommend it!! Just thought I´d pass this along! We spend time and money on ‘big purchases' like our oil changes, etc. - why not keep other important things maintained? Not to mention it is a huge fire hazard!
Dryer Vent Wizard´s # is: 1-866-498-safe (7233) for someone in your area.
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