Importance of Cleaning Dryer Vents

4/17/2020 (Permalink)

It is estimated that clogged dryer vents cause about 34 percent of home dryer-related fires.

According to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), failure to clean home dryers causes 34 percent 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 of business, SERVPRO of Denton can help clean your dryer vents and ducts that may have lint buildup that could cause a potential incident. 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. 

If you require your dryer vents cleaned, call SERVPRO of Denton today!