In dryer ducts, the build up of dirt and debris can cause an inefficient operation of your drying and heating systems in a home or business. To avoid these problems, it has been recommended that a property’s dryer ducts should be cleaned at least once a year. Properly cleaned dryer ducts will not only increase the efficiency of dryer systems, but will also save energy, time and money, reduce household dust and humidity, and help to preserve clothing as fabrics can be damaged by excessive heat.
Dryer fires have increasingly been commonplace. This happens when a build up of lint and dust restricts air flow which increases drying time and causes the motor to work harder, overheating. If there is lint underneath the dryer it could catch fire and the air draft will move the fire up the duct. There are of course many different ways a home or business could catch fire, but this is one of the most common. Luckily there are some warning signs.
Dryer duct warning signs include: A.) If a dryer is taking longer and longer to dry clothes this could be a sign the vents and ducts are backed up. B.) Clothes are still damp or hotter than usual. C.) The outdoor flap does not open when the dryer is running.
If your ducts haven’t been inspected lately or need to be cleaned, give us a call, your dryer vent cleaning in Arizona experts!