There are over 15,000 dryer fires each year. The safety tips and warning signs below could
make the difference in keeping your home safe. Don't let your home become a statistic.
Tips to help prevent dryer fires and help the dryers function efficiently:
* Be sure that dryer vent systems are up to code with city, state and manufacturer.
* Replace plastic or foil vent with semi-rigid or solid metal venting to avoid kinking.
* Clean screen lint trays before and after drying a load.
* Wash lint screens with soap and water every few months to remove residue left behind by
fabric softeners.
* Have dryer vents professionally cleaned and inspected annually.
* Don't keep combustibles like chemical cleaning products or chemical laden rags near dryers.
* Don't leave the house or go to bed with your dryer running.
* In cold weather, check outside vent cover to make sure it's not blocked or frozen shut.
Warning Signs to look for:
* Clothes are taking more than one cycle to dry, especially jeans and towels.
* No lint visible on lint screen
* Dryer repeatedly stops during a cycle
* Clothes have moldy smell after dry cycle
* Clothes are very hot after a dry cycle.
Being aware of these issues will help create a safer home environment for you and your loved ones.
Gary Collins
Dryer Vent Wizard of Greater Cleveland
www.dryerventwizard.com
Toll Free 866-498-7233
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