Dryer Vent House Fire
Dryer Vent Fires in Western Maryland?
Dryer vents cause 15,000 house fires a year but a simple dryer vent cleaning and inspection can guarantee your safety.
Many homeowners have no clue what could be going on inside their home’s air ducts. But the fact is, they can become littered with years of
There is a hidden danger spot in most homes today. Chances are you don’t look at it or even think about it. It’s the vent from your clothes dryer. Over time, it fills with lint that slips past your dryer’s filter. Overheating results as the lint builds up, and then you’re just a step away from a fire. Sound unlikely? Here are some alarming facts from a May 2003 report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission:
o Over 15,000 clothes dryer fires occur each year
o These dryer fires result in approximately 20 deaths, 370 injuries and over $75 million in property damage annually
o The high-limit thermostat may prematurely fail when subjected to high ambient temperatures.
After a significant build up of debris in the dryer vent hose, the dryer overheats and the lint catches fire. Combustibles in the immediate vicinity then help fuel the fire.
Dryer Vent Cleaning – A Simple Solution
Airwiz uses a variety of specialized tools and procedures to clean dryer vent ductwork. The entire process usually takes about one hour. However, cleaning is only one part of our service. The dryer vent is also inspected for several mechanical issues that should be checked by a professional duct cleaner. Airwiz is the qualified choice.
Testimonial
“After seen the house across the street burn down because of a fire that started in the dryer ducts I started having my dryer vent cleans and inspected yearly. I am very happy with your dryer vent cleaning. I feel safe and my clothes dryer fast. I will use you again.”
Edwina Francis
Dryer Dos and Don’ts
• Clean the lint filter before or after each load. Don’t forget to clean the back of the dryer where lint can be trapped.
• The interior of the dryer and venting system should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. If you notice the drying time is longer, clean the vent system thoroughly to ensure proper airflow.
• Replace plastic, vinyl and aluminum foil venting with rigid or flexible metal venting.
• Do not dry clothing/fabric on which there is anything flammable (alcohol, cooking oils, gasoline, spot removers, dry-cleaning solvents, etc.). Flammable substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
there is substantial debate about whether porous insulation materials (e.g., fiber glass) are more prone to microbial contamination than bare sheet metal ducts. If enough dirt and moisture are permitted to enter the duct system, there may be no significant difference in the rate or extent of microbial growth in internally lined or bare sheet metal ducts. However, treatment of mold contamination on bare sheet metal is much easier. Cleaning and treatment with an EPA-registered biocide are possible.
Airwiz Dryer Duct Cleaning for Mid Maryland, Western Maryland and Northern Virginia
Call 301 871-2250 now to schedule a dryer duct inspection.
Call Toll Free 1 866 4AIRWIZ ( 1 866 424-7949 )
In Virginia Call 703 297-8200
