Washer and Dryer Maintenance Tips from the Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard

Clothes dryers are the most likely appliance to start a fire and Washers are known for causing thousands of dollars in water damage to homes

 

 Coral Springs, FL – The Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard offers washer and dryer maintenance tips for homeowners. Fire and water hazards can lead to serious property damage. Over 17,000 dryer fires are reported each year, causing injury, death and loss of homes. When a water hose on a washing machine bursts, it can result in thousands of dollars in water damages.

Horatio advises residents to replace old washer hoses with new steel braided hoses and to clean dryer vents to eliminate hazards. The washer is the easiest one to handle. Dryer maintenance is more involved, so professional dryer vent cleaning by a qualified dryer exhaust technician is recommended.

Dryer Vent Wizard (http://coralsprings.dryerventcleaningnow.com/) provides necessary dryer maintenance including removing lint build up from dryer ducts and inside the dryer cabinet. While the dryer is dissembled, the Wizard will check the bearings and other essential parts for wear.

Both fire and water damage can be devastating. Simple appliance maintenance in the laundry room can prevent dryer fires and washer floods from destroying a home. Dryer Vent Wizard has the dryer vent cleaning tools and knowledge necessary to make sure clothes dryers operate safely and efficiently.

Horatio Chiorean owns Dryer Vent Wizard in Broward County and Palm Beach Florida. He provides professional dryer vent cleaning, repairs and installation while explaining to his customers exactly what he is doing and why. Horatio provides useful tips for maintaining a dryer vent system between his annual visits. Visit http://www.a1adryerventcleaning.com/Palm_Beach_Dryer_Vent_Cleaning.html to learn more.

About Dryer Vent Wizard:
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with over 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.

Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard Explains Common Myth about Clothes Dryers

Myth: When the dryer take two or more cycles to get clothes dry it is time to buy a new dryer

Coral Springs, FL – The Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard has the solution to increased drying time. Dryer vent cleaning is not only the way to prevent dryer fires, but it improves dryer performance and efficiency. Failure to clean dryer vents leads to significantly higher energy bills and a fire hazard.

Horatio Chiorean, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, said, “Many people believe their clothes dryer is wearing out when it begins to take longer to dry each load. This is a myth. Increased drying time almost always indicates an air flow problem caused by lint accumulation.”

According to service technicians with Dryer Vent Wizard (http://www.palmbeachfl.dryerventcleaningnow.com/), the average load of laundry should take 45 minutes to dry. This is true for most clothes dryers. Even older dryers should be capable of drying a load in less than one hour.

Many people expect a clothes dryer to begin losing efficiency as it ages. According to Horatio, this does not happen. “There are things that can go wrong with a clothes dryer causing it to malfunction but increased drying time is almost always an air flow problem and a fire hazard. Dryer vent cleaning and proper dryer vent installation will promote maximum dryer performance.”

Other signs of restricted air flow include clothes coming out of the dryer with a moldy smell or if they are hot to the touch, the outside of the dryer is hot when it is running or the laundry area becomes very hot and humid, no visible lint on the lint screen after a cycle, or the dryer repeatedly stops during a cycle. All these symptoms indicate a dryer vent problem.

Horatio Chiorean has over 10 years experience in the appliance industry as a research engineer for a major appliance company. He purchased his Dryer Vent Wizard Franchise because of the great need to increase consumer awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning and proper dryer vent installation. Visit http://dryerventcleaningcoralsprings.blogspot.com/ to learn more.



About Dryer Vent Wizard:
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.

Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard Happily Protecting Valuable Assets

The home is a family’s most valuable investment so the Wizard works to eliminate a hazard lurking in the laundry room while educating residents

Coral Springs FL – The Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard enjoys a rewarding career helping residents protect their most valuable asset, their home. Many people are unaware of the hidden danger lurking the laundry room, a danger so potentially devastating that many home insurers are now requiring regular dryer vent inspections.

There could be a serious fire hazard lurking in the dryer vent system. Lint filters in the dryer only capture a small percentage of what is actually produced. The rest becomes trapped in the dryer vent hose as moist heat is released outdoors through the wall or ceiling, and sometimes to the basement or crawl space under one’s house.

Horatio Chiorean owns Dryer Vent Wizard (http://www.dryerventcleaningpalmbeach.com/), specializing in dryer vent cleaning, repair and new dryer vent installation for homes and businesses with clothes dryers. He will do a complete inspection and make necessary corrections to ensure maximum airflow which is critical to the function of the clothes dryer.

Horatio explains to his customers how over time lint accumulates on the sides of the dryer duct and eventually leads to a blockage of air flow. As the blockage grows, air flow is restricted and the system can overheat and ignite the combustible lint.

The solution is simple. Contact a qualified dryer exhaust specialist for an inspection and cleaning of this important system. The dryer vent flow system must work properly for several reasons including fire prevention, energy savings, health of family and pets, proper care of expensive and delicate clothing.

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that a simple vacuuming of the dryer vent system is enough. To properly clean and maintain this crucial system takes an expert who knows how to tighten all the fittings and properly clean the dryer vent hose and caps to minimize future build up to the dryer vent system.

The Wizard will not only clean the dryer vent hose and caps, but will also tighten fittings that loosen over time by the action of the dryer allowing unwanted heated and moist air to enter ones home as well as unwanted allergens that find a friendly place to grow. He will also make necessary corrections to eliminate kinks and sharp turns that restrict airflow and allow excessive lint accumulation in the dryer vent tube.

Dryer Vent Wizard can clean, repair or replace dryer vent systems in homes and businesses to make them as safe and efficient as possible. Horatio Chiorean serves the Palm Beach area, Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale and nearby cities. Visit http://dryerventcleaningcoralsprings.blogspot.com/ to learn more.

About Dryer Vent Wizard:
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.

Have Your Dryer Vent Inspected and Cleaned Annually says the Wizard of Coral Springs

Dryer Vent Cleaning Coral Springs, FL: Dryer vent cleaning is the number one way to prevent dryer fires.

Recently a dryer fire was reported in Boynton Beach. The home on Chrysanthemum drive was a total loss. Mrs. Pittman, an animal trainer was able to save her dogs, but sadly four cats died in the fire. The day before, Gena Brown of Lexington, MA lost her life to a house fire that was caused by lint build up. The heroic mother managed to save her two daughters but sadly she perished in the fire.

Unfortunately, this happens more often than you think. The US Fire Administration reports there are 15,600 dryer fires annually resulting in 15 deaths and almost $100 million in damages. “FAILURE TO CLEAN” is listed as the main reason by the US Fire Administration. That is why Consumer Product Safety Commission, Underwriter Laboratories and Consumer Reports all recommend inspecting and cleaning your dryer vent once a year.

How does it happen? The lint screen in your dryer only catches a portion of the lint produced by your dryer. The rest of it is expected to be vented outside via the dryer venting system. Over time the lint builds up inside the vent causing the dryer to overheat and eventually catch on fire. Other reasons why it happens include improper installation of the dryer, a venting system not up to code, excessive human or pet hair, a bird nest or an animal in vent, drying fabrics with combustibles on them, etc. That is why an inspection is always needed before a cleaning.




Even if it does not result in a dryer fire, a dirty vent is inefficient and costs more money because the dryer runs longer. Among the ten most important tips to reduce electrical consumption in residential homes, FPL recommends to clean your lint screen regularly and to use a dryer with an automatic cycle. Unfortunately, both tips produce zero savings if the vent is partially or fully clogged! How expensive it can be? It has been calculated that if one dries 6 loads of clothes per week and it takes 2 hours to dry a normal load vs. the normal 45 minutes , the dryer will cost (national average) and extra ~$435/year to run. In Florida however this rate is higher because electricity is more expensive and because if the dryer is in the house, it will heat up the house, causing the AC to run longer.

Therefore, everyone is urged to have their dryer vents inspected by a professional dryer vent cleaning company at least once a year to be sure they are in good working order and are not clogged with lint, human and/or animal hair. The fee for dryer vent cleaning service is very little compared to the cost of repairs and loss of lives as the result of a fire.

This article was written by Horatio Chiorean of Dryer Vent Wizard, a company who cleans and installs dryer vent systems. Dryer Vent Wizard takes pride in helping homeowners prevent dryer vent fires with annual dryer vent cleaning. As a result, customers reduce their utility bills and prolong the life of their clothes dryer.


Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation for homes and businesses in Palm Beach County, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Gulfstream, Ocean Ridge, Boynton Beach, Lantana, Manalapan, Hypoluxo, Lake Worth, Lake Park, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, Jupiter, Tequesta, Greenacres, Broward County, Coral Springs, Tamarac, Sunrise, Plantation, Weston, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, and neighboring cities and communities.

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Cleaning Dryer Vents for Fire Prevention and Energy Savings - Advice from the Wizard of Coral Springs

Clothes dryers require air flow to operate efficiently and to prevent overheating that can lead to a fire. Dryer vent cleaning promotes proper air-flow, improves the efficiency of your clothes dryer and prevents dryer fires.

Drying time increases as your dryer exhaust vents become clogged with lint and other debris. If you notice your dryer taking more time to properly dry your laundry, lint build-up is most likely the cause. As drying time increases and your dryer continues to labor the system becomes overheated because the hot air cannot escape through clogged vents. This increases energy consumption while eventually leading to a fire.

When it starts taking longer to dry your laundry, it is not due to an aging dryer; it is most likely an airflow problem. When air flow is restricted the moist heat cannot escape the dryer drum; therefore, it would make sense that the clothes would not dry.

Some dryer vents are short and straight and can easily be cleaned by the homeowner; others are quite long, depending on where your laundry room is located. Some dryers are vented through a stack on the roof; others are vented through an outside wall about two feet above the ground.

Extra long dryer ducts that make several turns may require special tools and equipment to properly clean. A professional who specializes in dryer vent cleaning will have the tools needed to do the job.

Professional dryer vent cleaning is recommended at least once a year to prevent fires, extend the life of your dryer and help save on energy costs. This said the fee for the service is well worth the savings it promotes in the long-run.

Horatio Chiorean owns and operates Dryer Vent Wizard, a dryer vent cleaning, repair and installation company who specializes in all dryer vent and dryer exhaust issues.

Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beach, FL provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Palm Beach County, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Gulfstream, Ocean Ridge, Boynton Beach, Lantana, Manalapan, Hypoluxo, Lake Worth, Lake Park, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, Jupiter, Tequesta, Greenacres, Broward County, Coral Springs, Tamarac, Sunrise, Plantation, Weston, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach and neighboring cities and communities.

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Clean Dryer Vents are Green Dryer Vents according to the Wizard of Coral Springs, Florida

Attention Residents with Clothes Dryers in Coral Springs, Florida

Your clothes dryer is among the top 5 energy consumers in your home. Here are some tips for saving energy when drying laundry. Whether your dryer is gas or electric, both operate the same, drying your laundry by heating and tumbling. Both require proper air flow to avoid over-working and to accomplish this task efficiently.

Dryer Vent Cleaning tips for Coral Springs, Florida Consumers

Proper dryer vent cleaning and maintenance ensures proper air-flow, which is most vital to avoid overworking the clothes dryer and to prevent a potential fire hazard. When the dryer vent system is clogged with lint, it will obstruct air-flow, cause severe overheating, and eventually, a fire. Dryer vent cleaning, by a dryer vent specialist, is recommended at least once a year; more often if you have a large family.

Maintain the Lint Filter, says Dryer Vent Wizard of Coral Springs, FL

Most everyone knows to clean the lint filter after every load; however, few are aware that the lint screen should be washed in warm, soapy water periodically. The use of fabric softener sheets, like Bounce, can cause a film to build up on the lint screen. This will restrict air flow needed for your dryer to work efficiently.

Do Full Loads – Don’t Over-load, as advised by Coral Springs Dryer Vent Cleaning Company

Try to only do full loads of laundry; small loads waste a lot of energy that could be used for washing and drying a full load. Be careful not to over load as this will cause the washer and dryer to overwork; additional wear and tear leads to the expense of repairing and/or replacing your appliances.

Separate Light and Heavy Weights

Heavier items, such as jeans and towels naturally take longer to dry than lighter weight items like T-shirts. It has been suggested to dry the different weights separately, but you can also start them together, and stop the dryer to remove the lighter items that are dry, and then take advantage of the already heated drum to dry the rest. This way, you aren’t allowing a cool down between loads; you save the energy that would otherwise be used to heat the drum again.

About Dryer Sensors and Energy Saving Features on Newer Clothes Dryers

Clothes dryers have become more energy efficient as most new models have dryness sensors so that the dryer automatically moves on to the cool-down cycle or turns off when laundry is dry. The sensors prevent over-drying of clothes which prolongs the life of your clothing while saving energy.

Solar Drying is Free in Coral Springs, Florida
When the weather is right, hang laundry outdoors and let Mother Nature’s sun and breeze dry your laundry free. This can be inconvenient for some, but even if you just hang a small amount, like sheets and towels, you will be saving energy.

Clothing Rods are Popular Money Savers in Coral Springs, Florida

Clothing rods are good for use indoors or outdoors. The clothing rod is a great money saver. You can dry your laundry for a short time, to remove wrinkles, remove your laundry when it is still damp and hang to finish drying.

Your clothes dryer is one of the top energy consumers in your home. Reducing the energy cost of doing laundry will help save money on utility bills. Proper appliance maintenance is also a major money saver, saving on utility bills, and appliance repair bills. A well maintained appliance will work more efficiently and have less risk of failure.


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Dryer Vent Wizard of Palm Beach, FL provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in Palm Beach County, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Gulfstream, Ocean Ridge, Boynton Beach, Lantana, Manalapan, Hypoluxo, Lake Worth, Lake Park, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, Jupiter, Tequesta, Greenacres, Broward County, Coral Springs, Tamarac, Sunrise, Plantation, Weston, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach and neighboring cities and communities.

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