Most of us know that dryers produce lint as they operate, which is
why we need to clean the lint screen before every load of laundry.
However, many of us don't know that this lint can make its way past
the filter, all the way into the exhaust vent, where it can
accumulate over time.
This build up of lint can lead to several problems, including reduced
efficiency and the increased risk of a fire. In fact, clothes dryers
are responsible for more than 15,000 house fires each year – that's
more than chimneys.
Luckily, this usually doesn't happen out of nowhere. Lint usually
takes several months to accumulate to this level, and there are
plenty of warning signs along the way. Here are four signs that your
dryer vent might be clogged:
- Your clothes are taking longer to dry. Are small loads of laundry suddenly taking two or three cycles to dry completely? This could be due to a clogged exhaust vent hindering your appliance's efficiency.
- The dryer gets unusually hot when it operates. It's normal for your dryer to get warm when it runs; but when it feels hot to the touch, that is cause for concern. In extreme cases, a dryer with a clogged vent can even heat up an entire room.
- You notice lint around the dryer vent. Is there lint collecting around the outside of your dryer vent attachment? If so, the inside is likely much, much worse.
- It's been more than a year since you've cleaned your dryer vent. Experts recommend having your dryer vent cleaned at least once per year to keep your home safe. Since specialized tools and equipment are needed, it is best to leave the job to the professionals.
GreenPro Cleaning & Restoration offers dryer vent cleaning
services to homes and businesses on Long Island. If you live in
Nassau or Suffolk County, call us today for a free quote at (631)
940-8100.
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