3 Reasons To Have Your Dryer Vent Cleaned
1. Debris in dryer vents is a serious fire hazard!
Each year in the US, clogged dryer vents are responsible for approximately 24,000 fires and $50 million in damage, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Most dryer vent fires start with a buildup of lint, which blocks the flow of air and ignites when it becomes too hot. To protect your family from the hazards of a fire, dryer vents should be cleaned to remove lint, dust and other debris that accumulate in the vent. A “Dateline” investigation revealed that dryer fires start easier and spread faster than most people might think.
2. Clogged vents restrict the airflow to your dryer.
Have you ever noticed that your clothes might take two or more cycles to dry? One reason for this might be that your dryer vent is clogged with lint and other debris. Removing the contaminants will allow the air to circulate and properly dry your clothes in one cycle, saving you money on your energy bills. Clothes dryers are one of the most expensive appliances in your home to operate. The longer a clothing dryer runs, the more money it costs you. If a dryer vent has not been cleaned, it could cost you even more money.
3.A clean dryer vent will allow the dryer to run more efficiently.
Imagine placing a week’s worth of garbage under the hood of your car. Can you imagine how your car would run? The same is true of your dryer vent. Every time you run your dryer, lint and debris make its way through your dryer and becomes lodged in your dryer vent. And just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not there. In fact, it’s what you can’t see that should concern you.
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