So Many Dryer Vent Cleaners; Yet, So Many Dryer Vent Fires

Over 15,000 clothes dryer fires are reported each year, causing major damage to homes, loss of lives and many injuries. Most of these fires were caused by failure to clean dryer vents.

There are many different companies who provide dryer vent cleaning and installation services. The internet is flooded with articles and blogs all warning consumers about the danger of clogged dryer vents; not to mention the increase in utility expenses when clothes dryers are not venting properly.

So Many Dryer Vent Cleaners; Yet, So Many Dryer Vent fires

Pittston Twp, Pennsylvania: Duplex with small apartment in the back destroyed by fire caused by clogged dryer vent. Two families of 3 and 1 person occupying the apartment escaped without injury, but lost their homes. The smoke was so thick and the fire so intense neighbors were concerned that the flames would spread to their home.

Murphysboro, IL: A crew of electric company linemen helped save a home from total devastation by fighting flames until the firemen arrived. The fire started in a lint-clogged dryer vent and spread through the wall. The workmen’s efforts minimized the potential damage that could have been caused.

Morgan County, West Virginia: Home destroyed by fire that started with a clogged dryer vent. The Red Cross helped the family with lodging; they lost everything.

Brewster, Massachusetts: A home was damaged when a fire started in the dryer vent which was clogged with lint. It spread through the wall to the floor above. The fire was quickly extinguished with minor damage to the building. The house did require smoke ventilation and a final inspection by fire officials. Luckily, the family was able to stay in their home.

Check the internet and you will find it flooded by dryer vent cleaning companies in your area. With so many dryer vent cleaners, there is no reason for so many dryer vent fires. Annual dryer vent cleaning is the number one prevention of clothes dryer fires. Have a dryer vent specialist inspect your dryer vent system to be sure it is safe and your dryer is operating efficiently.

D. Benson works in the corporate offices of Dryer Vent Wizard, a dryer vent cleaning, repair and installation company with over 50 franchise locations in the US. DVW is the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning companies; they pride themselves on excellent customer service as they educate consumers on dryer fire prevention.

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