o some, dryer vent fires may feel like an irrational fear, but clothes dryers account for thousands of house fires a year. Failure to clean the dryer may put your home at risk of serious damage to your property and home. If your dryer vent hasn’t been cleaned in awhile, you could be at risk.

How do I know if my dryer vent needs cleaning?

1. You’re noticing an increase in drying time.
2. Dryer is starting to omit a burning odor.
3. There is a build up of dryer lint.
4. Dryer is hot on the outside.

To protect you, your family, and your home or business, we recommend that you have your dryer vent cleaned by a professional at least once a year.

Not only is it important to clean out your dryer’s lint trap, but also it is important to have your clothes dryer vent cleaned to remove flammable debris such as dryer lint, birds nest, and articles of clothing.

The benefits of a dryer vent cleaning include decreased drying time, reduced utility bills, increase dryer efficiency, and prevents dryer fires. A routine cleaning can also improve indoor air quality in addition to dryer efficiency and energy savings.