Pickerington Wizard Says Repair or
Replace Inferior Dryer Duct to Ensure Safety and Performance
Most homeowners are unaware of the updates in dryer exhaust safety standards so the Wizard is on a mission to warn people about a little known fire hazard
Pickerington, OH – The local Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard is the highest qualified dryer exhaust technician in the nation, specializing in commercial and residential dryer vent repair, maintenance and new dryer vent installation. Dryer vent service should be performed by a professional; however, the Wizard understands that some people do it themselves to save money.
Rick Gutridge, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard, finds problems with 90 percent of the DIY dryer duct installation jobs that he encounters. Though the concept of venting a clothes dryer is rather simple, there are several critical errors that homeowners often make when they install their own dryer vent system. In some cases, simple dryer vent repair or rerouting the dryer duct will make it safe, but many old style dryer vents o not meet current safety standards.
The vinyl or flexible foil dryer vent kits are commonly used by DIY homeowners because they are cheap and very easy to install. According to dryer manufacturers these systems are suitable for bathroom exhaust fans, not the heat produced by a clothes dryer. Dryer vent repair or replacement by the Wizard (http://pickerington.dryerventcleaningnow.com/) will eliminate a hazard and improve dryer performance.
Rick Gutridge points out other common errors made by DIY homeowners and handymen including the length of the dryer duct, number of bends, incorrect slope or pitch, sections joined with screws instead of foil tape and screens on the vent cover outdoors. Gutridge is especially concerned about people think it is OK to vent their clothes dryer into the attic or crawlspace. By law, all clothes dryers must be vented outdoors. Gas dryers can emit dangerous levels of carbon monoxide into homes when not properly vented.
There are many hazards associated with poorly vented clothes dryers, so the Wizard is encouraging everyone to at least have a professional dryer vent inspection performed to be sure they haven’t made any critical errors. The price of an inspection and education by the Wizard is little compared to the risk of a dryer fire. Professional dryer vent repair and installation by the Wizard ensures dryer safety and efficiency.
With a mix of home project challenges, Gutridge feels there is no problem he cannot solve. He enjoys tackling the dryer venting issues that are so prevalent and believes he is truly making homes safer as a result of his efforts. He also enjoys educating home owners on dryer safety concerns. Visit http://www.cleanmyvent.com to learn more.
About Dryer Vent Wizard:
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with over 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.