The Importance of Cleaning Dryer Vents

10/31/2020 (Permalink)

According to FEMA, failure to clean home dryers causes 34% of home dryer-related fires. Home dryer fires cause $35 million in property loss and can even cause possible injury or death. To reduce the risk of these fires happening in your home or business, SERVPRO of Hannibal can help clean your dryer vents and ducts that may have lint buildup. Other tips for keeping your dryer vents clean include cleaning the lint filter before and after each load and making sure the outdoor vent flap opens correctly and is not restricted by snow, a bird’s nest, or other potential obstacles.

Dryer exhaust vents should be inspected and cleaned at least once a year depending on the size of the household and dryer usage.

For more information on cleaning dryer vents, contact SERVPRO of Hannibal!