Residential dryer vent cleaning is one of the most overlooked actions in the maintenance of your appliances. Most people understand that the better a dryer vent blows, the less lint builds up in it. So when you think about the combination of your dryer and the vent. Do you have a large strong dryer or a small weak one? Does your vent have a lot of bends and turns? Is the vent short, or long with more places for lint to accumulate? These are typical questions that should be considered. Given these variables, the majority of vents need cleaning every two to three years or so. Insure fast drying times of 30-40 minutes!Common Risks With POOR Dryer Maintenance
- Dangerous fumes escaping to your home
- Long Drying times
- Possible dryer fire due to overheating
- Damage to expensive clothing
- Increased energy bill Gas Costs due to restricted airflow
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Are you maintaining your dryer vent properly? Here are some helpful tips to keep your dryer vents clean and your home safe!
- Ductwork joints shall be secured with metal tape
- Concealed ducts must be rigid metal, galvanized or aluminum
- Outside you should have a working damper and screen
- Use metal connectors between the unit & the exhaust duct
- Exhaust systems must be independent & end outdoors
- Ducts must be at least 4″ in diameter
- Pipe connections in same direction as airflow
- Symptoms of a clogged dryer vent include moisture in the laundry room and clothes taking greater then 45 minutes to dry
