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As part of our commitment to keeping our community safer, Dryer Vent Wizard of Hartford,Tolland, & Windham Counties shares industry knowledge with West Hartford, Connecticut residents. Learn about dryer vent safety, warning signs, and news here!
Snow Blocking a Dryer Vent Causes Condensation in the VentFor those living in regions that get snow, it is important to shovel snow away from dryer vents. Accumulated snow can block a dryer vent and cause condensation inside the vent line. Any lint or debris inside the vent line become wet, resulting in the sludge that is being removed in the video. |
The Importance of Dryer Vent Cleaning and MaintenanceLack of dryer and dryer vent maintenance is one of the leading causes of home fires in the U.S. |
MSNBC on Dryer Fire PreventionLint build-up is one of the main causes of dryer fires. Having your dryer vent inspected and cleaned by a professional at least once a year is an important step for fire prevention. Watch the Video! |
Consumer Reports - Dryer Fire Prevention"As many as 20 people per year die from fires linked to clothes dryers and that's sad because it's really an avoidable situation." - Jim Nanny, Consumer Reports The use of proper venting materials helps prevent dryer fires. Watch the video to learn more: http://www.consumerreports.org/content/Special/Appliances/Reports/Images/dryer/Dryer-fire-caution.html |
Thousands of Fires are Sparked Each Year by Clogged Dryer VentsIf your dryer takes more than one cycle, or longer than 35 to 40 minutes, to dry your clothes, it's time to schedule a dryer vent cleaning! More than 15,000 fires a year are started by clothes dryers, but fires can be avoided and utility costs can be lowered through proper dryer vent maintenance. Follow the link for the full story from ABC Action News! http://www.abcactionnews.com/... |
