It’s that time again — time to clean out your dryer vents! At Sooner Cleaning + Restoration, we’re here to help keep those vents clean. There are many reasons why it’s important to make sure your dryers stay clear and free of debris and lint, but here are just a few:
1. Clogged dryer vents are a fire hazard.
Did you know that almost 14,000 house fires are caused by washing machines or clothes dryers each year? Specifically, 92% of those were caused by the dryers themselves, and the leading flammable items were lint, dust, and fiber. According to the National Fire Protection Association, one third of dryer fires were caused by failure to clean out vents.
2. You’ll spend more money on electricity if your vents are full.
Not only is it aggravating to pull wet clothes from a dryer after a 60-minute cycle, but it also runs up your electricity bill when you have to restart it. By keeping those pathways clean, your clothes dryer will be able to filter out the moist air and bring in dry air, allowing you to enjoy a faster drying time and save a few dollars on your monthly bills.
3. Annual cleaning can extend the lifespan of your dryer.
When you hire an outside service like Sooner Cleaning + Restoration to clean your vents on an annual basis, your dryer has a better chance of needing fewer repairs and is less likely to need replacement. A dryer that is running with an obstructed vent is more likely to experience internal problems, meaning you’ll spend more money on repairs.
So what now?
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, “More home clothes dryer fires occur in the fall and winter months, peaking in January,” largely because of the quantity and quality of clothes going in your dryer cycles. So do not wait – book your appointment today with Sooner Cleaning + Restoration and we’ll help keep your family safe!