Did you know that your clothes dryer can cause a house fire? According to the National Fire Protection Agency, dryers and washing machines cause one in five house fires. The cause is that these machines don't get the proper cleaning they need. The dryer should be installed and serviced by a professional. Cleaning dryer vents is the specialty of many professional appliance repair companies, including Fresh Ducts.
The same way you service your vehicle by getting an oil change, rotating your tires, and performing other maintenance, you have to do the same for your dryer. The following tips will help you:
•You should always use a lint filter when using a dryer.
•You should clean the lint filter at least twice a week, depending on how often you dry clothes. Lint in the dryer or the vent can be ignited by the dryer's heat, causing a flame.
•Choose a flexible duct that can withstand heat. Your home will be more fire-resistant.
•Ensure that your dryer is in good working condition.
•Connect the dryer to a suitable outlet.
•Don't overload a dryer and follow your manufacturer's instructions.
•Professionally clean your dryer vent once a year.
Ask a professional dryer vent cleaning company in West Haven, Utah if they use professional-grade equipment. Handymen attempt to clean vents with blowers and cheap tools purchased online. They do not clean your vents properly. Further, there are a lot of handymen and fly-by-night companies out there, so you should make sure you are dealing with a company that has a good reputation. Have the dryer vent cleaning West Haven Utah company provide you with a video comparison of the duct before and after repair. A test using this technology can show you how dirty the vent is. If you know if the machines have been tested before and after, you will know if the installation has gone smoothly.
By reducing the drying time, yearly dryer vent cleaning also cuts down on electric bills. Contact a company today to have your vent inspected if you haven't had it cleaned before!
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