Dryer Vent Cleaning

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What are the advantages of cleaning your dryer vent?

When it comes to cleaning a dryer vent, most people will have heard that they need to clean their lint trap regularly. If they don’t the air flow will be blocked, the dryer will overheat, and a fire could start. What most people don’t realize is that a clean dryer vent is just as important. To ensure safety, reduce fire hazard risks and conserve energy, the U.S. Fire Administration suggests that homeowners clean their dryer vents annually to avoid a buildup of debris in the ventilation system. As part of its air duct cleaning services, Action Air Duct provides quality dryer vent cleaning services to Denver, CO and the surrounding areas.

How does a dryer vent work?

Dryer vents, like most appliances in your house, are probably a bit of a mystery. You know that if you put wet clothes in and press the right buttons, after a short time, dry and fluffy clothes come out. That is all most of us want to know. However, a little knowledge can save you a lot of money if you understand how your dryer actually does its job.

The dryer vent, or duct, is one of the most important parts of your dryer system. It is also the part that most people don’t think about because you can’t easily see it. This is because it is on the back of your dryer. If you didn’t have a dryer vent your dryer would not dry your clothing and the dryer might actually catch fire!

Dryers work by rotating your wet clothes in a drum with holes that allow hot air to pass over the clothes as they tumble. As the hot air passes over and through the clothes it evaporates the water and then this wet air is pushed out of the dryer by a fan. The wet air then passes through the vent to the outside of your home.

When the water evaporates, and as the clothes get closer to being fully dry, other things come off clothing that is picked up by the fan and sent through the dryer vent. Lint is the result of fibers coming off of the clothes that are drying in the dryer. No matter what those clothes are made of some fibers come off when they get heated and rubbed against other clothes. In addition, pet hair and human hair often does not get washed off in the wash and does come off when the clothes are dried. These fibers are what you see in your lint trap. If you often dry materials that shed a lot of fibers, such as natural cloths like cotton and wool, the amount of lint over time builds up very quickly.

You might think that your lint trap gets it all, especially if you are diligent about cleaning it after every drying cycle. Unfortunately, this is not true. When you pull out the lint filter, you may have noticed that in the space where the lint filter sits, there are bits of lint stuck to the sides of the space. This lint eventually makes its way into your dryer vent duct where it starts to build up. After a period of time, there will be quite a bit of this lint in your dryer duct.

Warning Signs That it is Time to Call Action Air Duct Denver

These are the warning signs that you need Action Air Duct to provide dryer vent cleaning services right away:

  • It takes the dryer more than 50 minutes to finish drying.
  • There is moisture inside the dryer door.
  • A build-up of lint in the dryer and not just the lint trap.
  • You detect a burning odor when drying.
  • If your clothing smells moldy or rotten.
  • It’s been over a year since the last time your dryer vent was cleaned

Call or book online with Action Air Duct to get your dryer working properly and efficiently again!

The hazards of clogged dryer vents

Clogged dryer vent ducts can cause a wide range of hazards, from mild to severe.

One dirty little secret is that when enough lint, hair and dust build up in your dryer duct it can actually push open the cover on the duct to the outside of your home. Even a small gap can allow insects and small critters to crawl into your vent and make nests. If this happens, it could take a while before you know where the insects are coming from, allowing a small incursion to become an infestation. Don’t let this happen to you. Contact Action Air Duct to clean out that buildup before the bugs crawl in!
You already know that if you don’t clean your lint filter it can shorten the life of your dryer by making it work harder and less efficiently. What you may not realize is that not cleaning your dryer ductwork can have the same effect. The effect of a slowly clogging vent is that you may not realize that your dryer is getting less efficient because it happens over time. You just suddenly realize one day that you are having to put your clothes through multiple times just to get the same result as when you put it through once!
So now your dryer is not working as well. Clothes are taking longer and longer to dry and when they do dry, they are very, very hot. Your dryer is working overtime and your energy consumption has gone up. When your dryer runs more often you use more electricity, and your energy bill increases. For cheaper energy bills and higher energy efficiency, let Action Air Duct clean your dryer duct to keep it working efficiently!
According to the National Fire Protection Association, from 2014-2018, local fire departments responded to an estimated average of 13,820 home structure fires per year in which dryers were the ignition source. These clothes dryer fires caused an average of $233 million in direct property damage annually. One-third (32 percent) of dryer fires were caused by a failure to clean. Don’t let your home become a statistic! Call Action Air Duct and protect your family and your property!

Dryer Vents and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

It’s essential to understand the dangers associated with failing to maintain dryer vents properly. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless and odorless gas created by burning of fossil fuels, including those used in Gas power dryers. When dryers are not well-maintained, they can emit high levels of CO that can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and even death if precautions are not taken.

Check your vents every three months or so for any blockages or debris that may be preventing proper ventilation. If you suspect a problem, call Action Air Duct for dryer vent cleaning services.
It’s important to keep anything that can catch fire at least 3 feet away from the dryer. This includes wood panels, curtains, furniture and other flammable items. If you have too many items near the dryer, move them elsewhere in order to create a safe space for it to operate without any risks for deadly fumes such as carbon monoxide poisoning.
Have Action Air Duct Denver come to your home once a year in order to provide an inspection of your vent system. They will be able to check for any potential blockages and possible hazards caused by lint buildup. If they find any hazards, Action Air Duct will provide thorough and professional dryer vent cleaning. They can also identify any damage or deterioration of the components like ductwork or hoses that need replacement before problems arise.
Installing carbon monoxide alarms near your dryers can give you peace of mind knowing that these devices will sound in case dangerous levels become detected within close proximity. These alarms work best when located close enough along but not directly next to sources like heaters, furnaces or boilers since these tend to produce CO even at normal operating temperatures.

For the protection of your family and pets, call Action Air Duct today.

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Dryer Vent Cleaning Service

While a homeowner can attempt to clean out a dryer vent duct, it is not recommended. Professional cleaners use tools and techniques to thoroughly clean the ducts of a dryer vent and remove any built-up debris along the walls of the vents. The snake brush will be used to scrape away any larger pieces of debris that may be stuck to the sides of the ventilation pipe, followed by vacuuming them out. The technicians will pay close attention to the bends and curves in the dryer vent pipe, as this is where lint and other debris tend to accumulate quickly. Professional dryer duct cleaners will also check that the vent opening on the outside of the house is clear of any bird nests, shrubs, and other debris that has built up over time. In conclusion, it is important to have your dryer vent ducts cleaned regularly by a professional in order to prevent any damage and ensure that the vents are working properly.

When it comes to dryer vent cleaning, hiring Action Air Duct is the best choice to protect your ducts and your home. Action Air Duct provides safe, affordable, and thorough cleaning services that will ensure your dryer vents are free of lint and other debris. This will help prevent fires caused by clogged vents and improve the efficiency of your dryer.

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