Clean Dryer Vents Prevent Dryer Fires Hampton, VA

Clean Dryer Vents of Hidden Danger…Lint Lurks…Waiting for a Spark to Ignite it

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Clean dryer vents to eliminate the hidden danger lurking inside. Professional dryer vent cleaning is recommended at least once a year to prevent dryer fires. Simple keeping the lint filter clean is not enough. Lint that escapes the filter accumulates inside the dryer, around the motor, restricting performance and creating fuel for a fire should the dryer throw a spark.

What you can’t see, can hurt you! Lint is flammable; when ignited, it can result in a rapidly spreading fire. Check your vent outside. Is there lint hanging from the slats? Can you see inside? Is there lint built up in the dryer duct, making the 4” opening appear to be only 2 or 3 inches? If so, you have a major fire hazard here.

Just imagine the amount of lint that has accumulated in the parts of the dryer duct that you cannot see without taking it apart. A dryer vent cleaning professional will have the necessary tools to access the difficult to reach areas.

In addition to being a fire hazard, dryer lint build-up also restricts air flow, making it harder for your dryer to expel the heat and moisture. This causes the dryer to work harder to do its job, take longer to dry each load of laundry and therefore, use more energy. A poorly vented dryer can cost up to an additional $300 per year to operate.

Professional dryer vent cleaning promotes maximum performance for your clothes dryer. Dryer vent cleaning is the number one way to prevent dryer fires and ensure your clothes dryer is operating safely and efficiently.

George Hostetler owns Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Virginia, providing dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair and dryer vent installation for consumers and businesses in the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area, Central Virginia, Richmond, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Franklin, Williamsburg, in the counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Goochland, Powhatan, New Kent, Charles City, King William, West End, Westhampton, Tuckahoe, Glen Allen, Short Pump, Ashland, Brandermill, Midlothian, Bon Air, Stratford Hills, Fan District and Museum District and neighboring cities and communities.

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Clean Dryer Vents Prevent Dryer Fires: Advice from the Wizard of Hampton

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During National Fire Prevention Month in October, consumers are made aware that over 15,000 clothes dryer fires are reported each year, causing major damage to homes, loss of lives and many injuries. Failure to clean dryer vents was the cause of most of these fires.

There are many companies who repair, install and clean dryer vents. The internet is loaded with articles and blogs all warning consumers about the danger of clogged dryer vents; not to mention the increase in utility expenses when clothes dryers are not venting properly.

So Many Dryer Vent Cleaners; Yet, So Many Dryer Vent fires

Morgan County, West Virginia: Home destroyed by fire that started with a clogged dryer vent. The Red Cross helped the family with lodging; they lost everything.

Fayetteville, NC: Firefighters wee called to a home around 11:00pm when a fire started in the laundry room. A dryer vent that was clogged with lint overheated and ignited. Flames gutted the laundry room and caused extensive smoke and soot damage throughout the home. Four adults and a teenager escaped safely and are being assisted by the Red Cross.

Mount Crawford, VA: More than 40 firefighters were called to the scene of a two-alarm fire as flames ripped through the two-story home early in the morning. Windows shattered and firefighters had to cut hole in the side of the home to vent the flames. Thankfully, no one was hurt as smoke detectors woke the homeowner who escaped unharmed, but extensive damage was done to the 150 year old home. Firefighters said there are a lot of hidden, concealed spaces in older homes for fire to go, so they had to open walls as flames spread up to the second floor and into the attic.

South Middleton, PA – The fire broke out around 10pm; started in the laundry room. Several firefighters suffered minor burns while fighting the blaze. The malfunctioning electric dryer was the cause of the fire which left 3 family members homeless and killed 2 of the family’s dogs.

Cumberland, W. VA: 22 firefighters responded to the two-alarm fire that left a couple and their young son homeless. The family was having dinner when they smelled smoke and discovered a fire in the laundry room. They escaped without injury with over $70,000 in damage to the home and loss of contents. The fire originated in the clothes dryer.

Pulaski, TN: A clothes dryer caused a fire in the attached garage of a home causing damage to the dryer and a wall as it made its way into the attic. The fire was quickly extinguished and firefighters used a positive pressure fan to remove smoke from the home. Damages were estimated to be no more than $3,500.

Dryer fires are caused by a combination of excessive heat and blockage of air flow. If there is a lint build-up in the system then you have the combustibles needed to start a fire.

Check the internet and you will find many dryer vent cleaning companies in your area. With so many dryer vent cleaners, there is no reason for so many dryer vent fires. Annual dryer vent cleaning is the number one prevention of clothes dryer fires. Have a dryer vent specialist inspect your dryer vent system to be sure it is safe and your dryer is operating efficiently.

George Hostetler, owner and operator of Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Virginia, is dedicated to servicing dryer vents. George Hostetler was inspired to purchase his franchise in July, 2009, after one of his neighbors experienced a dryer fire. George is committed to educating consumers in his community to reduce dryer fire hazards and ensure clothes dryers are operating safely and efficiently.

Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area, Central Virginia, Richmond, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Franklin, Williamsburg, in the counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Goochland, Powhatan, New Kent, Charles City, King William, West End, Westhampton, Tuckahoe, Glen Allen, Short Pump, Ashland, Brandermill, Midlothian, Bon Air, Stratford Hills, Fan District and Museum District and neighboring cities and communities.

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Dryer Vent Cleaning is the Number one Dryer Fire Prevention says the Wizard of Hampton, VA

2009-10-18T14:04:00.001-07:00

Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Prevents Fires in Hampton, VA

With over 15,000 clothes dryer fires occurring each year, causing deaths, injuries and loss of homes, it is important that we work to increase public awareness of preventing clothes dryer fires. Most of the reported fires were due to improper dryer vent cleaning and maintenance.

Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for Hampton Residents

It is recommended that all dryer vent systems be inspected by a dryer vent professional to ensure that they are up to code and working safely and efficiently.

It is also most crucial that everyone who uses a clothes dryer understand proper maintenance between professional visits. Here are some useful tips for maintaining your dryer vent system:

• Keep the lint screen clean, removing the lint after every load
• Wash lint screens monthly with soap and water to prevent residue buildup caused by dryer softener sheets
• Do not use your dryer for fabrics covered in combustible substances
• Store flammable items far away from your dryer
• Have your dryer professionally inspected and cleaned annually
• Make sure the dryer vent system is up to code according to city, state, and manufacturer standards
• Use only semi-rigid or solid metal material for venting systems
• Frequently check outside vent cover for signs of blockage, freezing, or damage
• Be sure to have dryer vents cleaned seasonally

Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard of Hampton Neighborhoods

Dryer Vent Wizard will do a thorough inspection of your dryer vent system to be sure it is made of proper construction and that it is properly installed. They will do the necessary corrections to be sure that it meets current UL safety standards.

Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, repair, maintenance, installation, and dryer vent systems inspections for residential and commercial buildings. They strive to educate consumers on dryer vent cleaning and maintenance for fire prevention.

More Fire Safety Tips for Hampton area Homes and Businesses

Here are some more tips to enhance the safety of your family, home or business:

• Maintain working fire extinguishers, including one designed for use in the laundry area
• Be sure to test fire alarms, replacing batteries frequently
• Store flammable items away from all appliances
• Keep up with professional maintenance on all appliances
• Develop a fire safety and emergency fire-escape plan for your household.

Besides fire safety and prevention, proper maintenance insures your clothes dryer will operate more efficiently, and cost less to operate, saving on energy costs. Dryer Vent Wizard has a policy that all technicians help educate their customers. Their job is not complete until the customer understands the function of their dryer vent system and how they can help maintain it between annual professional visits.

Please watch this video provided by Dryer Vent Wizard of Hampton

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Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area, Central Virginia, Richmond, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Franklin, Williamsburg, in the counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Goochland, Powhatan, New Kent, Charles City, King William, West End, Westhampton, Tuckahoe, Glen Allen, Short Pump, Ashland, Brandermill, Midlothian, Bon Air, Stratford Hills, Fan District and Museum District and neighboring cities and communities.

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