San Anselmo, CA - Appliance repair service, though often necessary, can be very expensive. The appliance repairman is usually the first person called when appliances fail to operate properly. Rhonda Nole, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, a dryer vent cleaning, repair and installation specialist explained why clothes dryers are an exception. "Air flow is the most important function of a clothes dryer," said Rhonda. "The dryer vent system (0 comments)
dryer vent home owners associations: Clothes Dryer Repair and Dryer Vent Repair Tips from the Wizard of Marin County
- 08/28/09 09:15 AM
Appliance repair service is usually the answer when appliances are not functioning properly. The clothes dryer is an exception to the rule. In most cases, if your dryer is not working right, there is an airflow problem. Calling a dryer repairman to correct the problem can be very expensive. A dryer vent cleaning service is the right choice to make when the dryer is malfunctioning.
Lint is the evil culprit when there is an airflow problem; lint clogged dryer vents cause over 15,000 dryer fires each year. Lint builds up in several areas including inside the dryer, in the dryer (0 comments)
Your laundry room is not just a place to wash your clothes, but also often a place for storing a number of things including cleaning supplies, grocery bags, tools and anything else that seems to belong there. If your dryer is in your garage, you may even have some flammable materials and other garage-type items stored nearby. While this may seem to be a perfect place to store things, (0 comments)
Greenbrae, CA - Rhonda Nole is the owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, a dryer vent cleaning and dryer exhaust specialist in the Greater North Bay, California area. Rhonda recently inspected a dryer vent system and she was happy to see that it was properly installed and met all UL safety standards. A complete cleaning was all that was needed for the system to work efficiently; however, the area was not free from fire hazards.
Q: Honestly, do I really need to concern myself with dryer vent cleaning? A: Yes! One of the leading causes of house fires is the clothes dryer! Most dryer fires happen as the result of improper maintenance, mainly, failure to clean the dryer vents and exhaust ducts.
Q: How often is dryer vent cleaning recommended? A: (0 comments)
Deer Park, CA - Rhonda Nole, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, was recently interviewed by area consumers. One skeptical person asked, "Honestly, do I really need to concern myself with dryer vent cleaning?" Rhonda answered, "Yes! One of the leading causes of house fires is the clothes dryer! Most dryer fires happen because so few consumers are aware of the importance of dryer vent cleaning and the dangers of lint build-up in the dryer exhaust system."
Proper dryer vent cleaning and maintenance ensures proper air-flow, which is most vital to avoid overworking the clothes dryer and to prevent a potential fire hazard. When the dryer vent system is clogged with lint, it will obstruct air-flow, cause severe (0 comments)
dryer vent home owners associations: “Dryer Vent Cleaning” “Dryer Vent Repair” San Anselmo, CA
- 11/28/08 05:22 AM
Don't let your dryer start a fire; keep your home safe and sound. Dryer Vent Wizard professionally inspects and cleans clothing dryers for homeowners and in commercially-owned buildings. Poorly maintained dryer vents cause fire hazards and cost substantially more to operate.
Why Dryer Vent Cleaning is so Important! •· Dryer vents clogged with lint cost $18-24 more per month. •· There are 15,500 fires every year caused by dryer vents. •· Dryer manufacturers recommend you clean your dryer vent every year. •· Regular dryer vent maintenance prolongs the life of your dryer.
Dryer Vent Wizard of the Greater North Bay Area inspects, cleans, repairs, and installs dryer vents in residential and commercial buildings. Local owner Rhonda Nole has a background as a Systems Engineer and contributes all of her successes to her dedication to customer service and knowing her services have benefited her many happy clients. Many people take for granted the mechanical function that their dryer vent provides or the importance of regular maintenance. The number one reason is fire safety. The National Fire Protection Agency (0 comments)
The American Ratings Corporation for Professionals recently awarded the highest status to Rhonda Nole, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard in the Greater North Bay area of California. This company is dedicated to providing accurate ratings of companies who perform professional services for consumers, to give consumers guidance and confidence in choosing the companies they work with.
Dryer Vent Wizard of the Greater North Bay Area inspects, cleans, repairs, and installs dryer vents in residential and commercial buildings. Local owner Rhonda Nole has a background (0 comments)
Windsor, CA -Technicians who work for Dryer Vent Wizard in the Greater North Bay area of California are working to educate consumers on dryer fire safety. Home owners who think its normal for their dryer to take more than one cycle to dry clothes are in danger of starting a fire due to clogged dryer vents. Rhonda Nole advises her customers about lint accumulation in dryer vents and how it causes (0 comments)
dryer vent home owners associations: Hidden Danger in Charming Older Homes: The Dryer Duct and Vent
- 09/02/08 06:22 AM
If you have purchased an older home, or have been living in your current home for many years, you may appreciate the beauty and charm in comparison to today's more modern offerings. But there are also some things you need to be aware of that could be hazards in those older homes.
When your older home was built, and the appliances put in, there were likely very different standards in place than there are today. Back then plastic or foil covered vents were the way to go to vent a clothes dryer from the machine to the outside. But, over (0 comments)
To understand the importance of dryer vent maintenance, you have to understand how the whole system works.
As clothes dry, lint is removed and blown out of the dryer through the duct and vent. The lint trap in your clothes dryer will capture about 60 (0 comments)
You know you need to make sure you get the proper maintenance done on your dryer, but you may have a tough time deciding how often to do what you can yourself and how often you should call in a professional to do the rest. Here are a few things to consider that will help in making a responsible decision:
How old is the dryer?
The age of your clothes dryer is something you really need to consider. The older the dryer is, the more likely there is lint (2 comments)
dryer vent home owners associations: Carbon Monoxide is Caused by Poor Venting of Gas Appliances, Including Clothes Dryers
- 08/03/08 06:40 AM
COLLEGE STATION - Believe it or not, the weather is about to get cooler. That means turning off the air conditioner at home and turning on the heater. That also means making sure the home's heat-producing appliances run the way they are supposed to, said an expert from Texas Cooperative Extension. Having the heating system checked before winter starts could prevent a tragedy - carbon monoxide poisoning, said Janie Harris, Extension housing and environment specialist. "Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that interferes with the delivery of oxygen in the blood to the rest of the body," she said. "Even (0 comments)
dryer vent home owners associations: Dryer Vent Wizard Advises: Mold can be a Problem in Dryer Vents
- 08/03/08 06:37 AM
MOLD, according to the dictionary, is a very large group of microscopic fungi that live on plant or animal matter. Most are filamentous organisms and produce spores that can be air-, water-, or insect-borne. We see them everywhere, even inside our homes. Outdoor, molds play a part in nature by breaking down organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees. Indoors however, they have a potential to cause health problems. Molds grow on wet and damp spots, that's why they are usually found in our bathrooms, laundry area and kitchen. Molds produce allergens and irritants. Inhaling or touching mold or (0 comments)
San Francisco, CA--Over 15,000 house fires resulting in deaths, injuries and millions of dollars in damages occur each year as a result of clogged dryer vent systems. Dryer Vent Wizard is handing out free dryer vent safety check kits for consumers to detect possible venting problems with their clothes dryer. Emails of thanks from area consumers have been pouring in.
"We have found a huge lack of awareness among consumers who (0 comments)
dryer vent home owners associations: Franchise Opportunity: Own A Dryer Vent Cleaning Franchise
- 07/26/08 05:01 AM
We welcome inquiries about owning one of our Dryer Vent Wizard franchises in the United States. Dryer Vent Wizard is a franchise which services clothes dryers owned by homes and by commercial businesses. Poorly maintained dryer vents often cause dryer vent fires and make a dryer cost more to operate. Each franchise is owned and operated locally in a market in which they serve. Dryer Vent Wizard offers dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, and dryer vent installations. The franchise includes all training, start-up cash and equipment needed. Please fill out the form here http://www.dryerventwizard.com/franchising.htm and one of our franchise managers (3 comments)
"We´ve found a huge lack of awarenessamong consumers who think it´s normal for their dryer to take two to three cycles to dry one load of clothing and don´t realize this is a dryer vent clog warning sign and fire hazard," says Greg Longe who along with partner, John Lynch franchise Dryer Vent Wizard, Dry Clothes, Safe Homes, a nationwide chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, dryer fires account for an average of 15,000 fires with an approximate $88 Million in property damage, 15 deaths and 400 (1 comments)