Categories Dryer Fire Prevention, Dryer Fire Safety, Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dryer Vent Cleaning on Roofs

 Does Your Dryer Vent To The Roof – It Could be a Fire Risk!

roof dryer vent cleaningWe see so many second floor dryers that vent to the roof that are seriously a potential fire hazard over time. If you have a second floor laundry room your vent will terminate either on the roof or on the side of your home. Whilst it is great to have a second floor laundry room, it is very difficult for most home owners to make sure the vent cap or roof vent is kept free from lint build up. Some second floor dryers are close to the outside wall making it easy for the home owner to disconnect the dryer from inside and reach in to clean the dryer vent. However many laundry rooms are in the middle of the home with longer runs that are impossible to clean without professional equipment, or they are venting up to the roof.

Roofers Using Wrong Roof Vents Could Lead To a Dryer Fire!

Dryer vent cleaning on roofIt is not fair to say roofers cannot read, but when a dryer roof vent says “Do Not Use This Model for Dryer Venting” it does make one wonder! Here at dryer vent cleaner we can only assume that when roofs are shingled or re-shingled they do not always know which vent is the dryer vent. It’s not hard to determine but when under pressure to get the job done it can get over looked. However after re-shingling it’s easier to determine as lint is normally present in the vent.

Dryer Vent Cleaning on Roof Video

So What’s the Problem with Dryer Roof Vents?

Well apart from the obvious fact they are out of sight and out of mind, they cannot be checked by the homeowner to ensure they are not clogged! In fact many homeowners do not know where their dryer vents to. The main issue with the dryer vents are they have screens at the end preventing lint from escaping. This causes lint build up through the dryer duct and then to the inside of the dryer itself. This lint build up prevents the dryer from blowing the damp air and lint outside as fast as it once did. Which takes longer to dry each load, uses much more energy (higher electricity bills) and results in premature dryer repairs (thermal fuzes, heating element) through the dryer working harder and overheating.

Modifying Dryer Roof Vents

modified dryer vent roofDryer Vent Cleaner have determined that most roof dryer vents need to be modified to prevent lint build up and ensure lint has a better chance of getting out! Whilst this does not mean the dryer vent does not need to be cleaned it helps reduce how often cleaning is required.

Roof Dryer Vent Cleaning

Not many companies clean dryers and dryer vents, and even less will clean roof top dryer vents, we do it all for you to ensure safe, efficient drying. When you call in Dryer Vent Cleaner you are guaranteed a professional job. We alway provide photographs of what it’s like up there so you know what it was like before and after.

For roof Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Hamilton, Ancaster and Mississauga call us today on 9059660838 or contact us

 

Author VentExpert
Categories Dryer Fire Prevention, Dryer Fire Safety, Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dryer Vent Cleaning Milton

Dryer vent cleaning Milton

Dryer vent cleaning is something home owners in Milton Ontario should be considering. With over 15,000 dryer fires each year it is no something to be passed by. Many homes in Milton have dryers located on the second or main floors in the middles of the house. This means the dryer vent is long and may need professional dryer vent cleaning.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Reduces Fire Risk

Dryer fires are caused by lint not being able to escape outside due to the outside vent not operating properly. Louvred dryer vent caps should be cleaned on a regular basis to ensure they open and close freely. Screens should not be used as they over time cause the lint to accumulate and thus prevent further lint from escaping.

Dryer manufacturers recommend you have your dryer vent cleaned every 12-24 months depending on how many are using the dryer. They also recommend you clean inside the dryer cabinet regularly too, this ensures lint is removed throughout the dryer vent so the risk of fire is reduced.

Why Dryer Vent Cleaning in Milton Makes Sense

Dryer vent cleaning for your Milton home makes sense as you will benefit from;

  • Increased drying times – no longer run each load 2 – 3 times to get clothes
  • Reduces the risk of fire – with all lint removed damp air and lint can escap easier and faster.
  • Saves you money – your dryer runs more efficiently so less hydro is used
  • Less dust around the home – ever wonder where all that dust around the home comes from … A clogged dryer vent means lint cannot escape outside so it escapes through the dryer cabinet into the laundry room and moved around the home.

Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning Milton

Dryer vent cleaner specializes in dryer vents that’s all we do, each dryer vent is different and some need extra attention. Duct cleaning companies are not equipped to ensure your dryer vent is properly cleaned. We provide a free inspection service with an air flow analysis before and after. Our dryer vent and dryer cleaning package ensures all lint is removed and peace of mind for you. Call the Milton dryer duct cleaning specialists today on 9059660838

Vent Cap Replacement keep the birds out!

Birds in Milton love to find vents that are worn as they make easy access to a great place to make a nest. We offer to replace worn and damaged vent caps on the outside of your home.

 

Author VentExpert
Categories Dryer Fire Prevention, Dryer Fire Safety, Dryer Vent Cleaning

Why Screens Should Not be Used on Dryer Vent End Caps

Clogged dryer vent

Screens Should Not be Used On Dryer Vent!

Screens should never be used on dryer vents for the simple reason they prevent lint escaping. Whilst this does not happen straight away it does so slowly over time, damp air escapes first followed by lint that sticks to the dampness inside the dryer vent and if a screen or grill is fitted the lint starts to bond to it too. Over a period of time this then forms a lint plug like you see in the photo.

Keep Pests Out Can Increase The Risk of a Dryer Fire?

Some people put screens over the end cap of their dryer vent to prevent birds or critters from moving in. Whilst this may seem to make sense, the truth is it is not the best of decisions as once the vent gets plugged at the end the lint has no where else to go. Just like cholesterol it builds up over time and starts to restrict the airflow thus lint starts to accumulate inside the dryer itself. Lint starts to settle inside the dryer cabinet and on or around the dryers heating element.

Dryer Fires Start Inside The Dryer

So the screen on the end of the dryer vent caused a lint plug, this then causes the lint to accumulate more through the dryer vent and inside the dryer. The lint inside the dryer is what causes dryer fires, the heating element glows red and reaches temperatures as high as 190 degrees fahrenheit all it needs is for a clump of lint to sit on the element and you can have a dryer fire on your hands.

Never Leave Your Dryer Running When No One is Home

The dryer should only be run when someone is in the house, also you should not run the dryer when sleeping at night this is not to scare you but just to draw attention to the fact there are hidden dangers in the home and the dryer is one of them.

 

Author VentExpert
Categories Press

Dryer Vent Cleaner Recommends Home Owners Carry Out Dryer Vent Cleaning To Save Money and Reduce the Risk of Fire

Over time dryer vents get clogged. Lint builds up in the back of your dryer and consequently your clothes take more than one cycle to fully dry. Or, the laundry room is warmer and more humid than usual. When any of this happens, residents in Burlington, Hamilton, Mississauga and Oakville need only call Dryer Vent Cleaner to put their mind at ease. They are specialists in assessing, estimating and performing cleaning services that restore your dryer to tip top operation and reduce the risk of fire.

Dryer Vent Cleaner services are available 6 days a week, from Monday to Saturday. They uniquely offer a video inspection of the dryer so that the homeowner can see what’s happening inside their dryer vent. They also take a reading of airflow before and after the cleaning is performed.

When to Get Your Dryer Vent Cleaned

Generally, if it has been more than a year since you last had your last dryer vent cleaned, it is time to get it done. When you notice any of the following issues taking place, Dryer Vent Cleaner is the call you need to make: Clothes have lint on them after drying; Louvre on exhaust termination barely opens when dryer is on; at the end of the cycle your clothes are damp or hotter than usual.

Clothes Take Longer to Dry

CEO, Iain Stubley, talked about their unique services that clearly put the customer and safety first. “Dryer vent cleaning is a service very few home owners know exists, often calling in an appliance company first only to learn their dryer is fine but the vent is clogged. We find a lot of homes with really long dryer vents, which are full of lint meaning the dryer is not running efficiently and the risk of a dryer fire is increased. We also get many customers who replace dryers because they think the drying time takes longer because of the dryer’s age, this is not the case. If the dryer vent is clogged the damp air cannot escape properly hence the long drying times“ he said.

About Dryer Vent Cleaner

Founded in 2011, Dryer Vent Cleaner is a fully insured and Burlington based company. Their services are cost-effective and save clients a great deal of money in the long run. A full cleaning by their trained professional technicians ultimately reduces the amount of time it takes to dry your laundry and will save you money on your utility bill. Clogged dryer vents cost on average $288 more per year to run. That is almost $300 per year in wasted electricity or gas. With over 15,000 house fires attributed to dryer vent fires in North America it is easy to see why having ones dryer vents cleaned makes a lot of sense.

For a Free Dryer Vent Inspection or to set up an appointment, visit: http://www.dryerventcleaner.ca/ or call 905 966 0838.

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