Dryer vent fires are now the number 1 cause of
all home fires in the US, outpacing chimney fires. Dryer vents are one of those
out of sight, out of mind things that you can't afford to ignore. When you
realize that the lint trap on a dryer (even a new one), only removes or stops
80% of the lint - you can see the importance of cleaning your exhaust system
once a year.
Dryer Vent cleaning Hobe
Sound fl - Dryer lint is highly flammable and under the
right conditions can cause a dryer fire, often spreading through the vent
system which in turn spreads the fire rapidly throughout your home. As a dryer
does it's job, about 1/2 a pound of water is removed, lint is trapped by your
lint trap, and air is forced through your dryer exhaust system. Throughout
time, this excess lint backs up in your dryer and the exhaust or venting
system. Airflow is restricted, your dryer works harder and the motor overheats.
With excess lint buildup, your dryer is now a ripe candidate for a dryer fire.
Dryer Safety and Inspection Tips
1. Make sure your lint trap has no rips and you clean it
before each drying cycle. If the lint is wet on your lint trap, it could mean
that it is time to clean your dryer vents. Also, the lint screen should be
lightly scrubbed every week and washed with light dish washing soap.
2. Visually inspect your exterior vent hood on the side of your home when the dryer is operating. Are the flaps moving, can you feel any airflow? If not, it is time to get your dryer exhaust system cleaned and your dryer inspected.
3. Inspect around your dryer for lint on the floor. This is a warning sign that your dryer exhaust system needs to be cleaned.
4. If your clothes are taking more than one cycle to dry, this could be a sign that your dryer exhaust system needs to be cleaned right away.
5. Never dry any clothes or rags that have been soaked with any flammables. It can cause an explosive situation in your dryer.
2. Visually inspect your exterior vent hood on the side of your home when the dryer is operating. Are the flaps moving, can you feel any airflow? If not, it is time to get your dryer exhaust system cleaned and your dryer inspected.
3. Inspect around your dryer for lint on the floor. This is a warning sign that your dryer exhaust system needs to be cleaned.
4. If your clothes are taking more than one cycle to dry, this could be a sign that your dryer exhaust system needs to be cleaned right away.
5. Never dry any clothes or rags that have been soaked with any flammables. It can cause an explosive situation in your dryer.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Recommendations
Dryer Vent cleaning Hobe
Sound fl - There are some online products available that
you can use to clean your vents such as brushes with rods that can be attached
to a high powered drill. Most of these products are inferior and do a less than
satisfactory job for dryer vent runs over 10'. It is important for you to call
a professional when doing dryer vent cleaning because of the different
situations that can and will be encountered. Some of these conditions are wrong
vent types, loose or disconnected vents, or vents with too many angles and
bends. A dryer vent cleaning professional usually has different types of
cleaning equipment depending on the situation. It is important for you to ask
the dryer vent professional if they will do on site repairs or upgrades as
approximately 50% of the jobs encountered will need something of this nature.
About The Author :-
Dryer Vent cleaning Hobe
Sound fl - Adam’s Air Conditioning Inc, Serving Palm
Beach County, Martin County, St. Lucie County & Indian River County Since
1997. Factory Authorized Service of All Major Brands. At Adam’s Air
Conditioning we take pride in having only highly trained staff that can attend
to all your air-conditioning needs. All of our technicians and mechanics are EPA certified and R410 certified.
Contact Details :-
Adam’s Air Conditioning
Inc,
582 NW
Merchantile Place
Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986
Always open
Phone 772-337-6559 or 561-252-6330
Email info@adamsairconditioning.net
Website http://www.adamsairconditioning.net
Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986
Always open
Phone 772-337-6559 or 561-252-6330
Email info@adamsairconditioning.net
Website http://www.adamsairconditioning.net
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