Palm Beach, FL - As with any appliance, there are several things that can go mechanically wrong with a clothes dryer; however, maintenance has been discovered to cure most problems. Horatio Chiorean, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard in Palm Beach and Broward Counties, Florida shows his customers how they can save money on utilities while prolonging the life of their clothes dryer and preventing dryer fires with simple maintenance.
Horatio explains, "It … (0 comments)
dryer issues: Dryer Vent Cleaning Saves $300 per Year
- 05/16/09 09:16 AM
Like with any appliance, there are several things that can go wrong with a clothes dryer; however, most problems are fixed with simple maintenance. The most important thing your dryer needs in order to operate is air-flow. Think about it; the heat and moisture from your wet laundry has to go somewhere in order for the load to come out dry. If there is a blockage in the dryer vent system the heat and moisture are trapped in the drum or somewhere in the exhaust duct.
There are several things you can do to properly maintain your clothes dryer. Obviously, … (0 comments)
When a water hose on your washing machine bursts, hundreds of gallons of water will cause thousands of dollars in damage as your home is flooded. Homeowners insurance may cover the cost; however, they will also increase your premiums.
Properly maintaining your washer and dryer will prevent this from happening … (1 comments)
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Horatio Chiorean, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beach and Broward County, Florida, recently spoke to first time home buyers about preventative maintenance on washers and dryers. Horatio said, "Over 15,000 clothes dryer fires are reported each year, causing injury, death and loss of homes. When a water hose on your washing machine bursts, it can result in thousands of dollars in water damages."
Horatio told the group to replace old washer hoses with new steel braided hoses … (0 comments)
Is your clothes dryer taking longer to get your clothes dry? Are your towels still damp after 2 or more drying cycles? If so, you are paying more for the energy required to dry your clothes and this is a warning of a potential fire hazard!
The solution is easier and less expensive than you think. You do not have to replace your clothes dryer; this problem is rarely a sign of an old, worn out dryer. It is most likely caused by lint build-up clogging your dryer vent … (0 comments)
Broward County, FL - The Underwriters Laboratories (UL) recommends dryer vent cleaning for clothes dryer safety. The UL is an independent testing laboratory that establishes standards for residential, commercial and industrial electrical products and their safety. Horatio Chiorean is the owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Broward County, a dryer vent cleaning, repair and installation company who also works to promote public awareness of dryer fire prevention.
In a recent interview, Horatio explained, "About 80% of all homes have clothes dryers; this means that there are about … (0 comments)
About 80 percent of all homes in the US have clothes dryers; that's about 82 million homes with potential fire hazards if the lint traps and dryer vent systems are not properly maintained.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that over 15,000 clothes dryer fires occur each year in the US, accounting for about 10 deaths, 300 injuries and over $84 Million in property damages. Lack … (1 comments)
Boynton Beach, FL - A recent dryer fire was reported in a home in Boynton Beach where some of a woman's pets were killed. The entire neighborhood came together to help the animal trainer after flames consumed her home. She had just come home from work when she saw smoke coming out of her windows. She was able to save her dogs, but four cats died in the fire.
Horatio Chiorean, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beach, Florida says this … (0 comments)
dryer issues: Dryer Vent Cleaning is Crucial for Preventing Fires, Says Dryer Vent Repair Expert in Palm Beach, Florida
- 10/22/08 08:11 AM
October is Fire Prevention month. Did you know your clothes dryer is the one appliance that is more likely to start a fire than a furnace or stove? It's true, but, unfortunately, many people are not aware of this. They are also not aware that it is ove of the easiest of tragedies to prevent. Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beach along with its fellow nationwide franchisees is committed to preventing such tragedies by educating the public about the dangers of not maintaining the dryer venting system. http://www.dryerventwizard.com of Palm Beach inspects, cleans, maintains, alters, installs and tests dryer vent systems according … (1 comments)
dryer issues: Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance for Pet Owners: Advice from Dryer Vent Repair Specialist, Boynton Beach, FL
- 10/22/08 07:57 AM
"In regards to the above local news, please know that pet hair is a very problematic material inside the dryer vents. It almost always causes complete obturations of the vent because pet hair removed from clothes and towels is more abundant than lint. In the vent pet hair weaves itself causing very hard blockages. We know this because we routinely clean dryer vents in vet offices, pet salons, horse riding establishments, animal shelters and houses with multiple pets. In addition, Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beach has donated a very significant portion of their work to animal shelters such as … (0 comments)
Palm Beach, FL --Recent news reported a clothes dryer fire in an apartment building causing major damage and evacuating of some units. Thankfully, there were no injuries, but it is estimated that it will cost over $50,000 to repair the damages and some families lost their home and possessions.
Horatio Chiorean, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard was at a recent landlord's meeting, where he spoke to the group about dryer vent … (0 comments)
Honestly, you don't have to do anything, if you don't want to. But the more the technician has to do, the longer they will have to be at your house. Not to mention, it's just nice to try and make the job a little easier on the person coming in to do the work. Here's a quick look at ways to make the professional cleaning of your dryer go much more smoothly.
If you are pretty good about the maintenance of your household appliances, you are quite a bit ahead of many other people. But there are some things you may not know to check for that can still crop up and cause you problems in your clothes dryer. One of these things is making sure you have the best dryer exhaust system for your dryer.
UL Rating
First, you need to know the rating of the products you are using. The UL rating should be printed somewhere on the information about … (0 comments)
Palm Beach, FL --The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports over 15,000 fires annually; most are caused by lint build-up. When lint builds up in the dryer vent or in the exhaust duct, air flow is blocked, causing excessive heat build-up, eventually causing a fire. Dryer Vent Wizard advises that simply cleaning the lint filter is not enough to properly maintain the vent system.
Greg Longe and his partner, John Lynch franchise Dryer Vent Wizard, Dry Clothes, Safe Homes, a nationwide chain of dryer vent … (0 comments)
dryer issues: Dryer Fires Destroy Homes and Take Lives: Have Your Dryer Vent Professionally Inspected and Cleaned Periodically
- 07/27/08 02:56 PM
Structure Fire Destroys Home By TONY HOLT Hernando Today The Tampa Tribune Published: June 2, 2008 Updated: and BROOKSVILLE - It began with popping sounds coming from the dryer and smoke billowing from the roof vent. A few minutes later, it grew to a full-scale structure fire with engines coming from multiple directions to stop it. The blaze destroyed the house located at 8170 Weeping Willow Street. An 11-year-old boy told a Hernando County Sheriff's deputy he was working on a project on his computer shortly before noon Saturday when he heard "popping noises" coming from the clothes dryer, according to … (0 comments)
dryer issues: Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beaches, Florida Shares Life Saving Advice about Dryer Vent Cleaning, Installation and Maintenance
- 07/26/08 04:01 AM
Vent Outdoors In the United States, all gas dryers must be vented to the outdoors by law! Proper Dryer Vent Installation includes: The path of the dryer duct: Any lint that escapes the dryer's lint filter should be blown right outdoors. (Any accumulation which occurs in a dryer's ducting is usually a sign of poor air flow, especially at the location(s) it occurs.) In such cases, the vent line should be evaluated to locate and correct any deficiencies it may have. Short Dryer Vents The vent should be as short and as straight and with as few elbows as possible. The … (1 comments)
Besides being a fire hazard, insufficient dryer venting and exhaust systems cause a clothes dryer to use up to $300 extra per year in gas and electricity;)
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