Dryer fires are a greater threat than ever before, largely because modern home-building trends tend to put the laundry room in the interior of the house, rather than on an outside wall. A longer dryer vent means it's even more important to have it cleaned regularly to prevent fires.
Did you know buildings can be sick? The condition is called Sick Building Syndrome (SBS). It refers to a situation in which workers or residents begin experiencing sometimes severe health problems and discomfort linked to a specific indoor location.
If the length of time it takes to dry clothing or fabrics is taking longer than you think it should, the problem is probably a clogged dryer vent system. First check the lint filter, and if it is clear, give us a call to take care of the vent system.
According to the American Lung Association, eliminating tobacco smoke and reducing the presence of allergens in the home can substantially reduce the asthma risk to younger school-age children.
The dryer can also act like a steamer and remove wrinkles from clothes. All you need to do is put a wet item with the wrinkled clothing in the dryer and set it on fluff or medium heat for 15-20 minutes.
Do you know exactly how AC systems work? They cool building interiors by injecting chilled air into the building to lower ambient air temperatures. This air is typically cooled in a central location, hence the name "central air."
Many new homes locate the dryer vents in bathrooms, closets and even in kitchens, away from an outside wall. While these locations may provide convenience, having a blocked dryer duct in the middle of a home can be dangerous from a safety standpoint. Regular cleaning reduces any risks and gives you peace of mind.
Unfortunately, the filter you change every month in your home doesn’t always catch all the particles from getting into your HVAC system. Over time, these particles can build up in your ductwork and lower the quality of the air you breathe.
In addition to being a fire hazard, a blocked ventilation system can lead to dryers becoming hotter than usual, reducing the life of the appliance. Longer drying times for clothes results in excess energy consumption and higher electric/gas bills, moisture buildup in the machine, moldy smells in your clothes and a possible carbon monoxide build-up in the home - better keep then clean!
Although you don’t have to have an odor in your home to call us in, we may be able to help if you do. If the debris collected within your ducts is causing a bad smell to circulate through the home, a good cleaning could get rid of it.
Are you always looking for simple ways to save money on your monthly bills? Consider letting us clean your dryer vents regularly. This will help your machine be more energy-efficient.
According to the EPA, indoor air is often much more polluted than the air from the outdoors. Our air duct cleaning services will help remove airborne contaminants from your home, including mold spores, pet dander, and bacteria.
Does it ever seem like you have to replace clothes dryers too frequently? The problem may not be the machine, but a clogged vent. We’re always here to handle these dangerous clogs.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in some circumstances, the use of chemical biocides and sealants in heating and cooling systems is warranted to maintain good air quality and as preventive maintenance measure to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold.
Collapsible plastic or foil accordion-type ducts are more susceptible to being crushed or kinked. A damaged flexible duct can allow for a dangerous accumulation of lint and/or impede air flow which can cause a fire hazard.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends having your stove or fuel burning furnace system inspected and serviced once a year. This preventive maintenance measure can help prevent fires and injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
So what does dryer lint consist of? Lint is formed from fibers that have broken off from clothes, towels, and anything else you have put in the dryer. When all the loose fibers stick together on the filter, you end up with a filter full of dryer lint.
Did you know that, if you have insulated air ducts, and the insulation gets wet or moldy, it cannot be effectively cleaned? Rather, the ducts will need to be cleaned and then the insulation replaced.
If the dryer exhaust duct in your home's ceiling starts to sag, it could be because it isn't guided or supported properly. Sharp turns or humps in ducts can cause moisture and lint to build up and keep them from blowing out - call in the experts.
Just as the chimney above a fireplace needs to be cleaned, so too must the ducts in your home’s or building’s HVAC system be cleaned. Dust, dirt, and other contaminants slowly accumulate, restricting efficient airflow as well as creating an unhealthy environment.
While most of our home appliances are exceptionally safe, it is not a good idea to run the dryer while you are not at home. Because lint is highly flammable, it is best for a responsible person to remain at home during the drying cycle in case a fire develops.
A newly built home can actually have air ducts that are clogged with construction materials such as wood shavings, drywall dust, or carpet fibers. The best way to ensure good indoor air quality is to have the ducts cleaned before you move in.
If you have too much lint in your dryer vent, the heat won’t escape correctly, which can cause a fire. Unfortunately, dryer vents are usually in confined spaces, and the cramped quarters can cause the fire to spread quickly, but cleaning will prevent this.
When the air outside is difficult to breathe, the last thing you want to deal with is poor indoor air quality. We can help you improve the quality of your indoor air by cleaning your air ducts.
