Have you had your dryer vents cleaned out within the last year? If not, it may be time for some professional maintenance. Many underestimate just how vital these services are, but this is one instance where a little work now will pay off a lot down the line.
There are three big reasons we urge homeowners to invest in this maintenance:
- Heightened Efficiency: Running cycle after cycle trying to get your clothes finally dry? This lack of efficiency isn’t normal, and it doesn’t necessarily mean your dryer is on its last leg either. It could be that your vents simply need a thorough cleaning. Avoid higher energy bills and a lot of wasted time and energy by getting those vents cleared out by an expert soon.
- Lower Risk of Carbon Monoxide Exposure: Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that is colorless, odorless, and very hard to detect. If you have a gas dryer, clogged vents could lead to this gas entering your home, where it would result in serious illness or even be fatal if not detected in time.
- Reduced Chance of House Fires: Needless to say, combining an overheated appliance with highly flammable lint isn’t a good idea. The biggest cause of dryer-related fires is clogged up vents. These fires are known for causing hundreds of injuries, thousands of dollars in property damage, and numerous deaths every single year.
At Lords Chimney, we’re qualified to clean out your dryer vents, as well as your booster vent and terminations, ensuring you get everything you need from your appliance. Learn more about this process below, and be sure to turn to us for all of your chimney and fireplace needs as well!
Your Booster Vents & Terminations
Now, most can easily point out their dryer vent when asked, but less is known about booster vents and terminations. That said, these parts are important to address and play a big role in keeping your system running safer and more efficiently.
So, what is a booster vent? It’s a vent that is designed to suck exhaust from dryer vents that are longer in length or have lots of turns and twists. This helps to ensure your dryer is not forced to work nearly as hard as it would normally have to, and it keeps it from performing poorly or breaking down prematurely.
Unfortunately, not many homeowners know much about maintaining these devices (or even know where they are), but they actually need to be cleared out at least once every two to three months to stay in tip-top shape. If not given regular attention, your dryer will be working overtime!
There’s also a hose that helps with the pressure system that is prone to fall apart and, if damaged, will need replacing right away.
In the end, a clogged up booster vent will create a huge fire hazard, and it will decrease the efficiency of your appliance significantly. This is one case where some routine maintenance now is a lot more affordable than buying a new dryer or paying for home restoration work after a fire. Not to mention you’ll avoid energy bills and a higher clothes budget (since all those tumbling cycles are sure to wear down your wardrobe in a hurry).
It’s a no-brainer – call on our team to check things over today. We’ll ensure you’re set up right in no time!
Another area we are happy to help you with is terminations. These are the spots where your vents end and the fumes from your dryer then safely escape out of your home. These are typically located on either the side of your home or on the roof, and every single one of them should have a backdraft damper, so air can effectively escape while animals, debris, and backdrafts are blocked out.
In regards to terminations, we recommend investing in metal options that do not have a screen. These will last longer and are more resistant to the elements. And if you don’t have a screen or mesh, then you won’t run into scenarios where lint and other things are building up and creating clogs.
Also, if possible, we urge all of our customers to invest in the rooftop terminations. Why? With rooftop options, there is less of a chance of experiencing back pressure, and your dryer’s job will be much easier. They’re a bit more expensive, but they’ll end up saving you money on energy bills, and you won’t have to empty your bank account for a new dryer anytime soon either. In the end, they’re a much smarter investment than their on-the-wall counterparts.
Lords Chimney Is Here To Help
When it comes to getting that high-quality care you deserve, the professionals at Lords Chimney are there for you through it all. We can clean the parts of the venting system that you can’t get to, and we even have special cameras that help us get a closer look ensuring nothing is missed along the way.
Along with this, we have the technology to measure the airflow in the venting system, ensuring your home is safer, and your dryer is working as efficiently as possible.
We can also analyze your venting system, taking into account the angles of the ducts, their lengths, and the number of curves, then use this information to make suggestions for a more efficient system.
If you ask us, it is not worth taking any chances, especially when an affordable, professional cleaning and inspection is just a simple phone call away. Don’t wait – schedule your appointment with our experts today!