How Dryer Vent Cleaning Protects Your Home

We do all kinds of things to protect our home. The locks are always done up at night and the windows are shut tight...but what about your dryer vents? While it may be easy to overlook this aspect of home protection, it is unsafe to do so. Unclean or clogged dryer vents can be dangerous to your home and even result in a fire. Since nothing is as important as your safety and well being, you need to know why dryer vent cleaning is important...and how it protects your home.
To begin with, let's look at the basics. What exactly is dryer vent cleaning? This is the process of removing any built-up lint from your vent or the inside of your dryer. While it may not seem like the most important thing to worry about, it cannot be overlooked. Lint is quite flammable. So, when it builds up inside of your dryer vent, the chances of it catching on fire increase dramatically. Don't believe it? Did you know that 16 000 residential fires in Canada last year were caused by dryer fires? Plus, the 2 most likely places for a fire to start in the home are in either your dryer venting or your lint trap. This is why it is so important to focus on dryer vent cleaning.... a fire can cause serious damage to your property, costing you both money and emotional distress.
Before you shrug off a dryer vent cleaning, consider the consequences. Just because you cleaned out your lint trap, doesn't mean your home is safe. That is only one small area that lint travels to. It can also be found inside of your dryer, underneath your dryer, and inside of your dryer vents. If left ignored for long periods of time, the likelihood of a residential fire increases. Your home is something that you take pride in. The last thing you want is to see your memories go up in flames. Further, you don't ever want to put the safety of your family at risk. This is why dryer vent cleaning is such an essential part of your home maintenance. It provides protection, safety, and peace of mind.
There are different types of dryers. The most common is electric, however some homes may also have gas dryers. If you use a gas dryer, there are other potential risks to think about. When lint or other debris blocks an exhaust duct or if your dryer isn't vented properly, it can force carbon monoxide into your home. Since carbon monoxide can be deadly, it is clear that you cannot overlook dryer vent cleaning under any circumstances. Protecting your home means making sure that your dryer vents are cleaned properly - whatever type of dryer you currently have in your home.
To avoid these serious consequences of clogged dryer vents, always keep them cleaned. It is recommended that a dryer vent cleaning be done in your home once every year. Keep in mind that it should be performed by an experienced professional. They have the training and the tools necessary to do the job properly. It may be tempting to take care of it yourself, but that is not be the best idea! Since your dryer vent is not easily accessible, it can be difficult to clean. In addition, you may not have the appropriate tools or the knowledge to clean out the vent. Even if you've read how to do it, that doesn't mean you actually know how. While it may seem like a straightforward process, it is essential to leave it in the hands of professionals. This will ensure that your dryer vent is cleaned correctly - which will help protect your home.
There are a few things that you can do in between your annual dryer vent cleaning. After each and every dryer cycle, always be sure to clean out your lint trap. This will help remove as much of the lint as possible. Every so often, you may also want to remove the lint trap and spray it out with water. This will remove any lint that is trapped on the filter. Another way to protect your home is to vacuum regularly around your dryer area. Focus on the front of the machine, underneath, and behind it. This will remove any lint particles that may be floating around.
To ensure that your home is protected, you'll need to stay on top of dryer vent cleaning. If you're not sure when you last had a dryer vent cleaning, there are a few ways to tell that it's time. Have you noticed that your laundry room has a slight burning smell? Are your clothes not drying completely? Does your dryer feel quite hot when you touch it? All of these are signs that you need to have your vent cleaned by a professional. They indicate that your dryer is working too hard and may potentially overheat due to vent blockage.
When those problems occur, not only is your home unprotected, but the lifespan of your dryer is affected. Since your machine is working harder, the additional strain can shorten its' lifespan. So, not only can clogged dryer vents lead to an increased likelihood of a fire or exposure to carbon monoxide, the dryer itself may also be compromised. Having to replace your dryer sooner than you should, will cost you more money in the long run than any dryer vent cleaning ever could!
Uncleaned dryer vents can also lead to increased energy bills. When your dryer is working harder, it uses more energy. By using more energy, your energy bill will increase - even though your dryer is doing the same job. By having clean dryer vents, your machine won't have to work as hard and it won't need to use as much energy to dry your clothes. This will significantly cut down on your energy bill - which is always a bonus.
Are you ready to protect your home? Then don't ignore your dryer vents. Having a dryer vent cleaning performed by a professional isn't just a good idea - it is a necessity. Clean vents mean reduced likelihood of dryer fire or carbon monoxide poisoning. So, whether you want to save money by reducing your energy bill or simply focus on protecting your family, a dryer vent cleaning is a must.
Or Sela has worked at Canduct Duct Cleaning for over ten years. It is his extensive knowledge of air duct services that allows him to understand how dryer vent cleaning protects your home.