STANDARDS

Unfortunately, there are many unqualified dryer vent cleaning companies who will claim to provide quality dryer cleaning services. To protect yourself from inadequate service, use the following checklist to ensure that you will receive proper dryer vent maintenance:

MAINTENANCE

After you receive your professional dryer vent cleaning service, follow these tips to prevent lint clogs, bird nest blockages, dryer fires, and inefficient drying time:

·         Clean the dryer lint screen after every load. Your clothes will dry quicker, your dryer will operate more efficiently AND you'll reduce the fire hazard of lint build-up in your dryer vent.

·         Use liquid fabric washer instead of clothes softener sheets. Softener sheets can cause a waxy build-up on the lint screen. Wash the lint screen in warm soapy water and dry it completely before replacing it in the dryer.

·         Have the interior of the dryer, lint screen and dryer vent exhaust cleaned by a qualified service technician every 18 months.

·         Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is clogged or missing. Your dryer vent will become rapidly caked with lint and puts your home at risk. Call a qualified technician to clean and replace the lint screen, as well as Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning for your dryer vent service.

·         Do not block the flow of ventilating air. Keep the area around machine and the dryer vent opening clutter free.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning is your local expert on Dryer Vent Cleaning. Here is some general information on the maintenance and servicing of your dryer vent.

Who Needs Dryer Vent Cleaning?

·         Commercial laundries

·         Town homes

·         Condominiums

·         Apartments

·         Duplexes

·         Single-family homes

Dryer vent cleanings need to be performed annually in order to prevent a dryer fire!

What Causes Dryer Vent Fires and other Dryer Hazards?

·         Poor Dryer Maintenance

·         Poor Dryer Vent Maintenance

·         Irregular or no cleaning of the lint trap

·         Reduced air flow that results from lint build up on the screen or other dryer areas

·         Drying improper items that are made-up of foam or plastic

·           A dryer vent exhaust pipe that is constructed of plastic, vinyl, or aluminum foil

What Can I Do to Prevent Dryer Fires?

The best way to prevent dryer fires is to have your dryer vent inspected and cleaned annually.

·         Replace plastic, vinyl and aluminum foil venting with rigid or flexible metal vents.

·         Have Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning inspect and clean your dryer vent annually!

·          Clean the lint filter before or after each load. Don't forget to clean the back of the dryer, where lint can be trapped.

·         Do not dry clothing/fabric on which there is anything flammable (alcohol, cooking oils, gasoline, spot removers, dry-cleaning solvents, etc.). Flammable substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

·         Additional warnings can be found in the Use and Care Manuals that accompanied your dryer upon purchase. These manuals usually contains specifics dryer vent issues related to their particular make

As recipients of the 2008 Angie’s List Super Service Award, Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning’s technicians are dedicated to helping you prevent dryer fires and hazards through the cleaning of your dryer vent!

Is The Problem With My Dryer or My Dryer Vent?

Depending on the dryer make, it is sometimes possible to discern whether long drying times can be attributed solely to the vent. If you removed the dryer vent line from the actual unit before performing a load and you find that drying time improves, you can be sure that the dryer vent is clogged and is a culprit. A simple dryer vent cleaning by Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaners can easily solve this problem. 

How Does My Dryer Vent Contribute to Drying Times?

There are many factors that contribute to the proper operation of a clothes dryer, but the venting is one of the most critical details. The dryer vent eliminates moisture that is the result of heating of damp clothing. This moisture, which is held in the warm dryer air and known as humidity, is normally fed through the vent and out of the home. If there is improper airflow, which is the result of a lint blockage, this moisture will not be able to escape. This results in longer clothes drying time. The moisture can also collect into pools of water in the bends of your dryer vent, eventually leaking out. Any moisture that accumulates inside the vent is a sign of poor venting design that should be addressed immediately. Be sure to schedule Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning for a dryer vent inspection and service.

How your dryer vent removes heat may vary, but all units should be able to do this properly. A few current models have non-resettable thermal fuse/safety, which will open if the dryer’s vent is improperly mounted or clogged with dirt. Due to the hazardous nature of dryer fires, your dryer will no longer heat once this happens. This is meant as a safety measure so that you can have the dryer vent checked or the thermal safety replaced. Some dryers will stop operating all together.

However, many older dryer models do not have this safety feature. Most older models have two dryer heating settings: a safety thermostat and a temperature thermostat. Though your dryer usually cycles on the temperature thermostat, a clogged vent or broken switch can switch the drying setting to the safety thermostat. When using this setting, clothes take longer to dry and the prolonged drying periods can overheat your dryer unit. Calling Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning annually will ensure that both moisture and heat escape from the dryer vent properly, saving you all this worry!

PROPER DRYER VENT DESIGN

Acceptable Dryer Vent Lengths

There is no magic number for dryer vent lengths in which problems can arise. Because of this, you should schedule a dryer vent inspection and cleaning on an annual basis. When trying to determine proper dryer length, take into the account both the brand and model of your dryer. Is it a newer or older unit? What is the suggested drying time listed in the owner’s manual? You may also want to take into account the vent material and type of exterior vent covering used. If your dryer vent is made of materials other than metal, which may also affect your dryer’s length and clothes drying time.

Accepted Dryer Vent Materials

All vents should be made of rigid metal vent material with a large opening toward the mouth or a louvered outdoor hood. (A louvered outdoor hood will allow for air to pass through and from the opening, but will be designed to keep out rain, snow, and other debris. Flexible metal ducting is another material to avoid in terms of dryer vent construction. The folded design of flexible ductwork, also known as a corrugated dryer vent, reduces air flow. The bends of flexible dryer vent cleaning will quickly accumulate lint and other debris.

No Nylon for Dryer Vent Ducts

Flexible Nylon dryer venting is not an accepted vent-work material. Nylon is highly flammable and has never been approved for use on gas dryers.

Must Vent to the Outside

According to U.S. Law, all gas dryers must b vented to the outside of the home. A dryer vent inspection performed by Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning will help to ensure that your venting adheres to building, city, state, and national codes.

Professional Dryer Vent Cleaners

According to U.S Law, all gas dryers must be vented to the outside of the home. A dryer vent inspection performed by Mr. Duct Dryer Vent Cleaning will help to ensure that your venting adheres to building, city, state, and national codes. The dryer cleaners sent to your home will check the following:

Complete Removal of Dryer Lint in System

All lint should be removed from the system after your dryer vent cleaner has performed the service. If there is any lint within the dryer vent, there may be an underlying problem with your vent’s air flow. Make sure to have the specific location of the accumulation evaluated by your dryer vent cleaner to ensure a proper dryer cleaning.

The vent should be as short and straight with possible. Any pleated or curved venting reduces airflows and decreases your dryer' ability to eliminate heat from its system. Elbows are also host spaces for lint to accumulate. If there are several bends in the ductwork, you should expect your dryer cleaning to take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on its complexity. Mr. Duct's dryer vent cleaners are trained to recognize design issues immediately and will be sure to make recommendations if necessary during the dryer cleaning process.

No Metal Screws, No Dryer Vent Obstructions

Mr. Duct Dryer Cleaners utilize what is called metal foil tape to attach multiple sections of vent pipe together. Sheet metal screws create obstructions in air flow and act as a host area for lint accumulation. These screws make your dryer cleaning much for difficult for the dryer vent cleaner servicing your home the following year. Metal Foil Tape effective seals your dryer vent pipe without causing any obstructions to dryer vent airflow or clothes drying times.

Addresses

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