If you want to clean out
your dryer vent, you probably already know the advantages of doing so. Dryers
that are not cleaned out regularly pose a very real fire risk, as the lint that
builds up in the vent line is highly flammable. Dryer vent cleaning also eliminates
a mold hazard, lengthens the lifespan of your dryer, saves you up to $25 a
month in energy costs, and makes your dryer run as efficiently as possible so
your clothes dry quickly like they should. To learn more, visit the experts at Advanced Chimney Cleaning.
Still, cleaning out your own
dryer vent line is not as easy as you may think, and it is certainly more
complicated than cleaning the lint trap after every load.
Many homeowners try to use a
vacuum to remove lint from the dryer vent line. This may help, or it may go
wrong. Vacuum attachments can and do come off and get stuck inside a dryer vent
line, which can block lint flow and make the problem worse. You can run into
the same problem with brush systems that are sold as dryer line cleaners. A
vent line with sharp 90 degree turns increases the chance that an attachment
will break off.
You must also be careful if
you have a vent line made from foil or plastic, as they can tear fairly easily.
If they are damaged -- and you may not even know it! -- lint, moisture and
combustible items are sent deep into your home, decreasing the efficiency of
the vent line and increasing the chance that you will have a home fire. With
metal pipes, you run the risk that your line will be disconnected if the joints
are not attached well. To learn more, visit the experts at Advanced Chimney Cleaning.
It's also common for
homeowners attempting to clean a dryer vent in Sun City to do the job only halfway.
A line that is not completely scrubbed clean will quickly fill with lint again,
as any lint on the sides of the vent slow down airflow and allow more lint to
stick. Failing to clean the entire vent line can also push lint farther into
the line, causing a blockage.
If you decide to clean your
own dryer vent, make sure you are wearing the proper equipment, as small
animals and birds can make your dryer vent a breeding ground for bacteria and
fungus. Your vent may also have mold if the lint has built up.
There is more involved to
properly cleaning a Sun City dryer vent than you may
think. Don't take any chances; contact the professional dryer vent cleaners at Advanced Chimney Cleaning today to schedule a thorough cleaning of your dryer
vent line to boost the efficiency of your dryer and protect your family.
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