Dryer Vent Cleaning: Do You Know What Lurks In Your Dryer Vent?

By Author: George Hostetler
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Failure to clean the dryer ducts and dryer vent system will result in higher energy bills and could lead to a dryer fire. The lint screen only traps about 60 percent of the lint from tumbling laundry; the rest gets trapped in the dryer ducts, the dryer vent or inside the dryer around the drum and motor.
Is Your Dryer Vent System Safe?
Some people still use the flexible foil, plastic or vinyl venting, which is no longer up to code. Manufacturers recommend using semi-rigid metal for a safer, more efficient dryer vent system.
Too many bends and turns slow down the flow of dryer exhaust; longer lengths of duct cause moisture to condense, trapping and allowing lint to build up. This will cause your dryer work harder and use more energy.
When sections are joined with screws that protrude to inside of the dryer duct, they catch lint and cause exhaust leaks. If you have a gas dryer, you might have carbon monoxide leaking into your home. Leaks in the system also allow humidity to cause mold and mildew growth in your home. This can cause damage to your home and health problems for residents.
Professional ...
... dryer vent cleaning is recommended annually to keep clothes dryers running safely and efficiently. A specialized technician can do a thorough inspection to be sure your system meets current safety codes and is properly installed for optimum air-flow and efficiency.
This article was written by George Hostetler, owner and operator of Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Virginia. George specializes in all dryer vent and dryer exhaust issues while educating his customers to help them prevent dryer fires and save money. Dryer Vent Wizard will meet their goal of making one million clothes dryers safer and greener by the year 2010. Visit http://www.dryerventwizard.com to learn more.