Poorly installed dryer vent systems which allow excessive lint to accumulate are a serious fire hazard
North Bay, CA – Dryer vent installation is not a job for the do-it-yourself homeowner or local handyman. Professional dryer vent installation is recommended by the North Bay Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard to maximize dryer performance and prevent dryer fires.
During National Fire Prevention Month in October, Rhonda Nole, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, is providing safe dryer vent installation tips for homeowners. She recommends professional dryer vent installation because there are several critical rules that must be followed to ensure safety. She offers safe installation tips to homeowners is so they know how to spot a potential problem with their dryer vent system.”
In today’s unstable economy people are doing all they can to save money, including home repairs and maintenance tasks that they used to hire a professional to handle. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, the number of dryer related fires has increased to over 17,000 per year.
Dryer fires can ignite in a number of ways; however, lint is usually the kindling and improperly installed dryer vent systems are the reason for excessive lint build up. Vinyl or plastic dryer vent tubes can also provide fuel for a rapidly spreading fire. Professional dryer vent installation by the Wizard (www.santarosadryerventcleaning.com/) eliminates the hazard and improves dryer performance.
Improper dryer vent installation or use of inferior material can cause the most devastating damage. The corrugated vinyl can sag and cause excessive lint to build-up, restrict air flow and cause the dryer to over heat. As the dryer labors to do its job, and restricted air flow prevents heat and moisture from escaping, drying time increases, energy usage increases, and the end result is a dryer fire.
In addition to fire safety and energy efficiency, proper dryer vent installation increases the life of the clothes dryer. Poorly installed dryer vent systems can result in stress and damage to the dryer. Clothing can also be damaged when exposed to excessive heat and over-drying.
Another good reason to have professional dryer vent installation performed is most appliance warranties will not cover damage caused by faulty dryer vent systems. Appliances are a large investment, so they should be professionally installed to ensure safety and performance.
Dryer Vent Wizard provides professional dryer vent installation according to current safety standards. Even the very best, state-of-the-art dryer vent system requires periodic maintenance to remove lint build-up. Annual dryer vent cleaning and safety inspections ensure clothes dryers operate safely and efficiently. Visit http://www.santarosadryerventcleaning.com/ to learn more.
About Dryer Vent Wizard:
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with nearly 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.