Why Should You Clean Your Dryer Vent?
According to USFA.Fema.gov, each year there are 2,900 clothes dryer fires that cause devastating losses: 5 deaths, 100 injuries, and $35 million in property loss. Sadly, in 31% of the cases, failure to clean the dryer is the cause of the fire. Lint is highly flammable and the buildup can reduce airflow and back up exhaust air.
Dryers are also high users of electricity. Keeping a clean vent allows the maximum amount of water vapor to escape per second and saves you money with faster dry times and less use hours on your dryer.