Portland Dryer Vent
Installation Wizard Spots Fire Hazard and Replaces Faulty Dryer Duct
Though failure to clean is the number one cause of dryer fires, poorly installed dryer vents can also be hazardous
Portland, CT – Area homeowners have learned how service by the Dryer Vent Installation Wizard can help their clothes dryers operate more safely and efficiently. Failure to clean dryer vents is the number one cause of dryer fires, but poorly installed systems can also be dangerous. Dryer vent installation should be performed by a qualified service technician that understands dryer exhaust issues. As heat produced by gas or electricity is forced through tumbling laundry, the hot, moist air must be able to escape in order for clothes to get dry.
An improperly installed dryer vent system can restrict airflow and cause a dryer to work harder, consume more energy, and eventually break down or cause a fire. Dryer vent kits made of vinyl or plastic are easy for homeowners to install; however, they are not safe to use and they do not meet current safety standards. These inferior dryer ducts should be replaced with solid metal venting. The Wizard recommends professional dryer vent installation to ensure safety.
Don Brusseau, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDA2DupuJ7I), installs dryer vent systems according to current building and safety codes. The dryer vent pipe should be made of rigid material, 4 inches in diameter. The flexible foil or vinyl tubing is not designed to withstand the heat of a clothes dryer.
The local Dryer Vent Installation Wizard finds problems with 9 out of 10 dryer vent inspections. Some of the common mistakes DIY homeowners make include:
Sections of duct work connected with screws: Sections of ductwork should be joined with foil tape, not screws that protrude to the inside and catch lint.
Dryers vented to the attic or crawl space: Gas dryers must be vented outdoors to prevent carbon monoxide from entering the home.
Too many bends and the dryer duct is too long: The longer the dryer duct, the harder the dryer works to force the hot air to the vent outside.
Poorly supported dryer duct: Use straps to support the duct so that there are no low points for lint to accumulate. Use a level to set horizontal sections with a slight fall to prevent moisture from collecting.
Don Brusseau is a certified dryer exhaust specialist who takes pride in making clothes dryers safer and greener while educating his customers. He encourages everyone to have a dryer vent inspection and service to make sure their clothes dryer is operating as safely and efficiently as possible.
Dryer Vent Wizard is the largest and highest qualified dryer vent service provider in the nation. Don is confident that his service will make a positive difference for consumers in his market area. Visit http://www.portlandct.dryerventcleaningnow.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 over 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.