Why Do Dryer Vents Cause Fires?

Do you have to get your dryer vent cleaned by a professional? According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), dryer vents cause approximately 2,900 fires in homes every year, which results in an estimated 5 deaths, $35M in property loss, and 100 injuries. Not properly cleaning dryer vents was the top contributing factor in those fires. King’s Cleaning Solutions provides residential and commercial dryer vent cleaning, which offers several benefits besides the prevention of fires. Let us go over why it’s smart to invest in a professional dryer vent cleaning on a consistent basis.

So, Why Do They Cause Fires?

Dryer fires occur once lint accumulates inside the dryer or the exhaust duct. Lint will block airflow and cause an excessive build-up of heat, which may cause a fire. It’s important to clean the lint trap after every drying cycle, but that’s just the first step. King’s Cleaning Solutions recommends arranging a dryer vent cleaning and exhaust duct cleaning on a routine basis as a preventive step. 

Extend Dryer Life and Increase Efficiency 

Once you eliminate the accumulation in the vent, the dryer will not need to work as hard. Increasing the efficiency of the dryer uses less energy while in operation, which saves you both money and time. On the other end, a dryer vent clogged with lint causes the dryer to work harder, which results in a shorter life span. A correctly maintained dryer vent assists in achieving maximum performance and may extend the dryer’s life.

Improve Indoor Air Quality with a Dryer Vent Cleaning

A correctly installed and cleaned dryer vent is important in ensuring that water is completely eliminated from clothing, and expelled outside, during the dry cycle. If the dryer vent has a lot of accumulation, moisture may condense into puddles of water inside the dryer vent, which results in conditions in which bacteria may grow. A professional vent cleaning assists in making the air in your house healthier to breathe.

Arrange a Dryer Vent Cleaning Right Away

Get in touch with King’s Cleaning Solutions for all of your dryer vent cleaning services at (765) 698-5096.