Reduce Fire Hazards And Health Risks With Regular Cleaning Dryer Vent

Besides the lawn, daily chores and everyday handyman tasks, appliances require their own individual attention as well. One important component of home upkeep is keeping your dryer vents clean and clear. This might sound like a small detail, but neglected not clean dryer vents pose many risks and hazards that can wind up causing more damage than you ever imagined. Many home and condominium communities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania require home owners to schedule regular vent cleaning every year or two to prevent these potentially serious dangers.

Dryers reach very high temperatures to dry clothing rapidly, and this can cause fires when vents are clogged with lint and debris. The National Fire Protection Association states that in 2010 alone, there were over 16,000 fires related to dryer machines. With 51 deaths, 351 injuries and over $236 million in property damage, these startling rates stress the importance of proper vent cleaning. While the figures are certainly disconcerting, these unfortunate incidents are preventable. Fire prevention is a key safety measure for every homeowner to take into consideration. The certified professionals at Dryer Duct Pros value your family’s safety and provide the expertise you need to rest assured that your dryer vents maintained in accordance with the New Jersey Home Owners Association regulations.

Dryer vent cleaning is an essential part of home maintenance. While the lint trap inside your clothes dryer catches debris, it doesn’t capture all of it. As the damp air leaves the dryer through the ventilation hose, debris, lint and other particles travel right along with it. Over time, this lint builds up on the insides of the vent. Then, the air flow decreases because of the blockage, and this is where all the trouble starts.

Aside from being a dangerous fire hazard, backed up dryer vents can cause all sorts of other troublesome issues the meticulous homeowner would certainly prefer to avoid. Energy bills are already high enough nowadays, and you may wonder why it seems like your bill is higher than ever before. The culprit might be your dryer—or just it’s backed up vent. When the vent is clogged, you end up using a lot more energy than necessary, wasting resources and racking up your energy costs. While the lint trap inside the dryer will catch a lot of debris itself, some still goes up into the vent. Depending on the structure of your home, the exterior area of the duct might attract animals and birds trying to nest in your ducts. This creates a breeding ground for mold, germs and bacteria. And improper ventilation for gas dryers puts your family at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning, a very serious health risk.