Most homeowners know that it is important to maintain their appliances to keep them working efficiently and safely. They have their furnace cleaned and change filters often; but many are unaware of the danger that could be lurking in the clothes dryer.
When it comes to dryer maintenance, the first thing most people think of is the lint trap. Most people know that it is necessary to clean the lint trap between loads; some even go a little further and clean out the area where the lint screen goes too. This is all very good, but it is not enough. Lint is a very messy substance that can spread throughout the dryer and vent system, creating blockages that restrict air flow and cause fire hazards.
A specialist in dryer vent cleaning will do a thorough inspection of your dryer vent system to be sure it is working efficiently. The dryer vent cleaning company will have special tools required for getting to the areas that the average homeowner cannot get to or is unaware of.
Inside the Dryer: Lint has no problem getting into the difficult to reach areas of your clothes dryer; it often becomes trapped within the frame when it slips past the lint filter. This is messy; it clogs the system, causing reduced air flow and creating a fire hazard.
The Chute: Lint can become trapped within the chute where hot air is removed from the dryer to the vent on the outside of your home. When the ducts become clogged, the dryer must work harder to remove the moisture from your laundry. As it accumulates inside the ducts, it reduces air flow, causing overheating. 
The Dryer Vent: The final destination for the heat, moisture and lint is the vent on the outside of your house. This needs to be checked often to be sure it is opening properly to allow hot air to escape, then closing properly to keep bugs and rodents out.
Proper dryer vent cleaning and maintenance keeps the dryer working efficiently to save energy and reduce utility bills while also preventing a fire. Annual dryer vent cleaning is recommended for the average home and family; larger families who are doing more laundry may want to have this done more often.
Gina M. Fazil is a franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard (DVW), Dry Clothes, Safe Homes, servicing the Sacramento, CA area including El Dorado, Solano, Yolo, Folsom, Vallejo, Vacaville, Roseville and neighboring communities.
Contact:
Dryer Vent Wizard/ Dry Clothes-Safe Homes
Gina M. Fazil/Owner
916-519-4569
Email: gfazil@dryerventwizard.com
Website: http://www.dryerventwizard.com
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