Dryer Vent Cleaning Suffolk County, NY

Dryer Vent Cleaning – 4 Good Reasons from the Wizard of East Hampton

2010-01-25T11:41:00.000-08:00

Dryer vent cleaning is one of the many maintenance chores often put off or neglected by homeowners. Some claim to be too busy or they do not want to pay for dryer vent cleaning. Others never gave it a thought; out of sight, out of mind. Here are 4 good reasons to clean your dryer vent at least once a year.

Dryer Vent Cleaning prevents Dryer Fires

Your clothes dryer is the most likely appliance to catch on fire. When the dryer vent system becomes clogged with lint build-up, the dryer can overheat and throw a spark. The spark is sucked into the dryer vent system where combustible lint waits to be ignited.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Prevents Appliance Break-down

Many people pay for appliance repair or they are forced to buy a new dryer when they neglect the maintenance. Dryer vent cleaning helps to keep your dryer in top shape while reducing the chance for mechanical failure. Annual dryer vent cleaning and inspections will prolong the life of your dryer.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Promotes Faster Drying Time

A clogged dryer vent will make the dryer labor harder and work slower. Lint build-up in the dryer vent system restricts air flow, reducing the performance of the dryer, causing it to take 2 – 3 cycles to dry each load.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Reduces Energy Bills

By keeping your dryer running cleanly and efficiently, you will be able to speed up the job of drying your clothes, and save a lot of money on utility bills. Your dryer typically costs about $.75 per cycle to operate. A low performing machine that takes 2 or 3 cycles to dry a load of laundry can cost $2.25 per load. Proper maintenance can save you a lot of money in energy costs.

Dryer vent cleaning is very important to reduce energy bills, extend the life of your dryer and most importantly, prevent dryer fires.

Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, and dryer lint cleaning for homes and businesses in Suffolk County: East Hampton, Coram, Hampton Bays, Centereach, West Babylon, Sag Harbor, Southampton and neighboring cities and communities in 11747 11969 11746 11949 11707 11750 11718 11770 11739 11760 11794 11973 11960 11972 11970 11947 11931 11969 11932 11962 11975 11930 11956 11702 11757 11704 11703 11795

Dryer Vent Cleaning: Lint Fire Demonstration

2009-12-28T10:58:00.001-08:00

Dryer vent cleaning is the only way to prevent clothes dryer related fires. The Phoenix Fire Department recently demonstrated how easily the lint in your dryer vent can catch fire.

According to The Consumer Product Safety Commission over 15,000 dryer fires a year are caused by lint build-up in dryer vents. Their studies have shown that 95% of people who keep the lint screen clean still have a large amount of lint in the back of the dryer or in the dryer exhaust duct and dryer vent.

Few people are aware that the lint screen only catches about 60% of lint removed from tumbling laundry. The rest escapes into the dryer chassis, the dryer duct or the near the dryer vent outdoors. Contrary to popular belief, the dryer vent system is not responsible for carrying lint to the outdoors; its main function is to release heat and moisture from your dryer to the outdoors. Only a very small amount of the trapped lint will make it to the outdoors.

As the trapped lint builds up in the dryer vent system, air-flow is restricted, making the dryer work harder to expel heat and moisture to dry your laundry. Eventually, the system overheats, the dryer throws a spark, and the flammable lint is ignited.

Fire officials and dryer manufacturers recommend annual dryer vent cleaning to keep clothes dryers operating safely and efficiently. A poorly vented dryer will cost substantially more to operate. Dryer vent cleaning will prevent fires, reduce energy bills and prolong the life of your clothes dryer.

Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer exhaust inspection, dryer vent installation, and dryer lint cleaning for homes and businesses in Nassau County, NY, Glen Cove, Great Neck, Westbury, Syosset, Hicksville, Levittown, Hempstead, Wantagh, Freeport, Long Beach, Valley Stream, and neighboring cities and communities in 11530 11050 11804 11797 11753.

Failure to Clean Dryer Vents is the #1 Cause of Dryer Fires says the Wizard of Suffolk County

2009-10-24T10:56:00.000-07:00

The US Fire Administration reports over 15,000 clothes dryer fires annually with failure to clean dryer vents being the leading cause. Dryer exhaust ducts that are clogged with lint, dust and hair are a serious fire hazard.

Improper installation or use of unsuitable material for dryer exhaust ducts and dryer vent systems also increase the risk of a dryer fire. Other reported causes include storage of combustible material near the dryer or drying rags that were soaked with combustible material. Even after being washed, these rags can still contain flammable residue. They should be line dried, away from the clothes dryer.

Manufacturers recommend professional dryer vent cleaning and maintenance service annually to remove lint build-up and be sure the system is working efficiently.

Proper maintenance of your dryer vent system between professional visits is important. The lint screen should be cleaned after every load and washed with soap and water every few months to remove residue build-up from dryer sheets. Be sure to check the vent outside frequently for signs of blockage, freezing or damage.

In addition to being a fire hazard, clogged dryer ducts or poor dryer exhaust systems cause a dryer to work harder and use more energy. You can easily save $200-300 in utility expenses each year by upgrading and maintaining your dryer vent system.

A dryer vent cleaning professional who specializes in dryer exhaust ducts and venting systems is the best person qualified to provide an inspection and explain their recommendations if repair or replacement is necessary.

John Ryley, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, has a sincere desire to prevent dryer fires in his community. John will perform a complete inspection and make necessary corrections to be sure it is working safely and efficiently. Educating the customer by explaining what he is doing and what they can do between annual visits is part of the service provided by Dryer Vent Wizard. John Ryley believes his services are a step in the right direction toward preventing clothes dryer fires in his Long Island, New York community.

Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, and dryer lint cleaning for homes and businesses in Suffolk County: Coram, Hampton Bays, Centereach, West Babylon, Stanton, Sag Harbor, Southampton and neighboring cities and communities in 11747 11969 11746 11949 11707 11750 11718 11770 11739 11760 11794 11973 11960 11972 11970 11947 11931 11969 11932 11962 11975 11930 11956 11702 11757 11704 11703 11795

The Wizard of Suffolk County Recommends Dryer Vent Cleaning

2009-07-12T13:27:00.000-07:00

Dryer vent cleaning extends the life of your clothes dryer wile promoting proper air-flow to prevent dryer fires and improve efficiency. When dryer vents are clogged with lint you are spending up to $25.00 more per month on energy bills.

Dryers use more energy as drying time is increased when your dryer exhaust vents become clogged with lint and other debris. If you notice your dryer taking more than one cycle to properly dry your laundry, lint build-up is most likely the cause. When heat is unable to escape due to lint build-up blocking the dryer vent undue stress is put on the motor as the dryer labors to do its job.

If you notice your dryer taking longer than usual to dry your laundry then it is a good idea to clean your dryer vents. Don’t be fooled by the idea that the dryer is old and wearing out; this is rarely, if ever, the cause of this type of problem. When air flow is restricted the moist heat cannot escape the dryer drum; therefore, it would make sense that the clothes would not dry.

The most efficient dryer vents are short and straight and can easily be cleaned by the homeowner; others are quite long, depending on where your laundry room is located. Some dryers are vented through a stack on the roof; others are vented through an outside wall about two feet above the ground. In any case, professional dryer vent cleaning is recommended at least once a year.

Annual dryer vent cleaning and proper maintenance will prevent fires, extend the life of your dryer and help save on energy bills. This said the fee for the service is well worth the savings it promotes in the long-run.

John Ryley is the owner of Dryer Vent Wizard of Long Island, NY, specializing in all dryer exhaust issues. DVW provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair and dryer vent installation, while educating consumers on dryer vent maintenance to prevent fires and conserve energy.

Dryer Vent Wizard of Long Island provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Long Island, Nassau County, Glen Cove, Great Neck, Westbury, Syosset, Hicksville, Levittown, Hempstead, Wantagh, Freeport, Long Beach, Valley Stream, Suffolk County: Coram, Hampton Bays, Centereach, West Babylon, Stanton, Sag Harbor, Southampton, Queens County: Flushing, Hamilton Beach, Jamaica, Terrace Heights, North Corona, Elmhurst, Utopia, Edgemere, Fort Tilden, Roxbury, Bellaire, Kings: Brooklyn, Park Slope, Bushwick, Canarsle, Flatlands, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Brighton Beach, Fort Hamilton, Bay Ridge, Greenpoint, New York County, Manhattan

Don't Let Your Dryer Start a Fire! Keep Your Suffolk County Home Safe and Sound!

2009-07-12T13:22:00.000-07:00

Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Prevents Fires in Suffolk County, NY

With over 15,000 clothes dryer fires occurring each year, causing deaths, injuries and loss of homes, it is important that we work to increase public awareness of preventing clothes dryer fires. Most of the reported fires were due to improper dryer vent cleaning and maintenance.

Dryer Vent Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for Suffolk County Residents

It is recommended that all dryer vent systems be inspected by a dryer vent professional to ensure that they are up to code and working safely and efficiently.

It is also most crucial that everyone who uses a clothes dryer understand proper maintenance between professional visits. Here are some useful tips for maintaining your dryer vent system:

• Keep the lint screen clean, removing the lint after every load
• Wash lint screens monthly with soap and water to prevent residue buildup caused by dryer softener sheets
• Do not use your dryer for fabrics covered in combustible substances
• Store flammable items far away from your dryer
• Have your dryer professionally inspected and cleaned annually
• Make sure the dryer vent system is up to code according to city, state, and manufacturer standards
• Use only semi-rigid or solid metal material for venting systems
• Frequently check outside vent cover for signs of blockage, freezing, or damage
• Be sure to have dryer vents cleaned seasonally

Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard of Suffolk County Neighborhoods

Dryer Vent Wizard will do a thorough inspection of your dryer vent system to be sure it is made of proper construction and that it is properly installed. They will do the necessary corrections to be sure that it meets current UL safety standards.

Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, repair, maintenance, installation, and dryer vent systems inspections for residential and commercial buildings. They strive to educate consumers on dryer vent cleaning and maintenance for fire prevention.

More Fire Safety Tips for Suffolk County area Homes and Businesses

Here are some more tips to enhance the safety of your family, home or business:

• Maintain working fire extinguishers, including one designed for use in the laundry area
• Be sure to test fire alarms, replacing batteries frequently
• Store flammable items away from all appliances
• Keep up with professional maintenance on all appliances
• Develop a fire safety and emergency fire-escape plan for your household.

Besides fire safety and prevention, proper maintenance insures your clothes dryer will operate more efficiently, and cost less to operate, saving on energy costs. Dryer Vent Wizard has a policy that all technicians help educate their customers. Their job is not complete until the customer understands the function of their dryer vent system and how they can help maintain it between annual professional visits.

Please watch this video provided by Dryer Vent Wizard of Suffolk County, New York

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Dryer Vent Wizard of Long Island provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Long Island, Nassau County, Glen Cove, Great Neck, Westbury, Syosset, Hicksville, Levittown, Hempstead, Wantagh, Freeport, Long Beach, Valley Stream, Suffolk County: Coram, Hampton Bays, Centereach, West Babylon, Stanton, Sag Harbor, Southampton, Queens County: Flushing, Hamilton Beach, Jamaica, Terrace Heights, North Corona, Elmhurst, Utopia, Edgemere, Fort Tilden, Roxbury, Bellaire, Kings: Brooklyn, Park Slope, Bushwick, Canarsle, Flatlands, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Brighton Beach, Fort Hamilton, Bay Ridge, Greenpoint, New York County, Manhattan