The dryer is an excellent appliance. It can dry clothes, reduce wrinkles, and save a lot of time. Where many people know they need to clear out the lint trap after every load, what they may not realize is the need to clear out the ventilation of obstructions of lint, debris, and even wildlife nests. If you notice it takes multiple cycles to get a basic load dry, it is probable safe to say you are in need of a thorough dryer vent cleaning by a professional from Steam Green Carpet Cleaning.
 

Steam Green Carpet Cleaning Outline Why it is Beneficial to Have a Professional Perform Dryer Vent Cleaning.

1. Dryer Vent Fire Safety. Every year in the United States, approximately 15,500 fires ignite originating from dryers and claiming over 30 fatalities, resulting in well over 400 injuries, and inflicting nearly $210 million in property damages. During investigations, it is discovered nearly all of the fires caused by the dryers was failure to clean the dryer’s vents. Lint is the perfect kindle for fires and both gas operated and electric powered dryers are susceptible. The latest models of energy efficient dryers can still have lint build up, causing obstructions in the vent line. Have a professional from Steam Green Carpet Cleaning clean your dryer vent line annually to minimize the chances of being a victim of a dryer fire.
Gas Dryer Carbon Monoxide Risk. Not only can fires be ignited, but poorly maintained gas operated dryers can pose a carbon monoxide poisoning risk. Carbon monoxide is difficult to detect, as it is colorless, odorless, and tasteless toxic gas. It brings on symptoms reminiscent of the flu and over exposure can result in death in some cases. The clogged dryer lines can problematic for the exhaust fumes to properly be cycled outdoors; instead of being expelled the harmful gasses can build causing home residents to be exposed to the carbon monoxide poisoning.
Dryer Mold. The dryer eliminates the moisture during its performance. With approximately ½ gallon of water being absorbed in a full load of clothing, the dryers primary function is remove the water from your clothes to produce dry clothes. Having a clogged dryer vent can create the moisture into condense pools of water in the dryer vent, which will add more fodder to the clog and give mold the perfect conditions to flourish. Mold can contribute to an assortment of health issues as well as make the structure be compromised and damaged.
2. Energy. Not only is more energy needed when you have to make the dryer cycle through multiple times on a single load, but it is also trying to compensate for improper ventilation, increasing the energy consumption. Clean and clear vents help the dryer operate more efficiently and without having to restart the dryer, you will save the additional energy and decrease your utility bill.
3. Extends the Life of Your Dryer. When the dryer does not have to continually run to dry your laundry, as well as over exerting itself on drying a load, you are not causing it to experience any abnormal wear and tear, increasing the life expectancy of your dryer. Additionally, your clothes will also be spared the added abuse and will be better preserved from not having to endure frequent cycles in the dryer, increasing their longevity as well.
4. Professional Dryer Cleaning. When enlisting the assistance of a professional, they are removing the vent line in its entirety with special equipment designed to extend the length of the vent line and remove the lint and debris quickly and efficiently.
 

Dryer Vent Cleaning in Valley Village, Long Beach, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Simi Valley, Burbank, Calabasas, Beverly Hills, Thousand Oaks & Los Angeles California

If you know your dryer is in need of a vent cleaning, contact Steam Green Carpet Cleaning. Our trained professionals have the experience and skills to get your dryer clean. Do it sooner rather than later and avoid the catastrophes the can potentially arise in neglected vents. Call us today to schedule your appointment.