Dryer Vent Cleaning
Indoor Dryer Vent Concerns
Dryer vents can be a source of many unknown headaches for homeowners. Whether it’s maintenance time or your clothes taking longer to dry, you can expect that a clogged vent might be the cause. The accumulation of lint, debris and other material over time can lead to blockages, which can lead to a variety of problems including: fires, poor air quality, and inefficiency.
When a dryer vent is clogged, air can’t pass through and it causes the machine to work harder. This can lead to reduced airflow, longer drying cycles, and increased energy bills. In addition, a dryer vent clog can be a serious fire hazard. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, dryer fires cause an estimated 2,900 home fires, $35 million in property damage, and 20 deaths in the United States each year.
The importance of regularly cleaning and maintaining dryer vents, as they are often neglected and can cause serious damage if not maintained. It stresses the fact that a dryer is an essential part of most homes and, as such, regular maintenance is required to ensure safety.
Regular maintenance of a dryer vent such as routinely cleaning the lint trap and replacing the flexible duct hose can help improve dryer performance and reduce the risk of fires. Additionally, full-service dryer vent line clean out can be done by us (Sanitize 4 Serenity) up to 40 feet.
According to NFIRS, 84% of dryer-related fires occur in residential buildings, implying that the risk is quite significant. It is important for homeowners to take necessary steps to protect their families from potential risk of fire.
Our brush system effectively cleans dryer vents and air ducts by loosening dirt and debris with its rotating brush head, while simultaneously vacuuming the loosened material in its nozzle, and into a HEPA-filtered bag.
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We noticed a potential house fire waiting to happen. Our customer was unaware of the severity of their dryer vent issue. They're extended drying time for clothing should have been a warning sign - by them taking action could have saved their life.
Eighty-four percent of clothes dryer fires that occurred in buildings took place in residential buildings.
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New Dryer Vent Testing
Dryer vents play an important role in keeping homes safe and comfortable, but they can present a hazard if not properly maintained. That's why it's important to periodically check the air flow in residential dryer vents to ensure that they are operating according to the NADCA's DEDP (Dryer Exhaust Duct Performance) Standard. Fortunately, we can now do this easily and quickly at your home with our Dryer Vent Test Kit. The Dryer Vent Test Kit will measure the air pressure in the pipe, and provide a readout that will tell you whether or not the pipe is compliant with the DEDP standard.
Sanitize 4 Serenity offers a professional Dryer Vent Test that is compliant with NADCA's DEDP (Dryer Exhaust Duct Performance) Standard. This tool can be used to quickly and easily check the air flow in residential dryer vents and make sure that they are working properly. A clogged dryer vent is a major fire hazard, and this kit helps people detect any blockages or issues with their dryer vent.
This standard sets requirements for measuring the efficiency of a dryer exhaust duct to ensure it is able to successfully move a sufficient amount of airflow, taking into account potential sources of friction or resistance such as flexible transitions, leaky elbows and ducts, and broken connections.
When dryer exhaust ducts fail to meet the minimum pressure and velocity criteria, video cameras are then recommended to further diagnose the potential issues.
Method of Dryer Vent Cleaning
A dryer vent inspection is conducted as part of our walk through. We move the washer and dryer as necessary, vacuum the dust around the back of the dryer and remove the vent line, and brush vacuum the vent lines from inside and outside the home as necessary. If dust falls, we vacuum the floor of the laundry room, and can replace any old dryer vent holes or install a new one as needed.
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Eighty-four percent of clothes dryer fires that occurred in buildings took place in residential buildings.
Inside Look
A small glimpse of how your dryer vent cleaning looks from the inside out.
