Lowell Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard Suggests Fire Prevention and Energy Saving Tips

Poorly vented clothes dryers are a leading cause of house fires and they cost significantly more money to operate

 

Lowell MA – The Lowell Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard promotes dryer fire prevention and energy savings. Clothes dryers are among the most expensive appliances to operate and the most likely to cause a fire.

A clogged dryer vent can increase energy costs by up to $300 per year. When lint accumulation in dryer ducts is left unchecked, air flow is restricted and the dryer works harder to get laundry dry. As drying time increases, so does energy usage. Eventually, the overworked dryer overheats and causes a fire.

Service technicians with Dryer Vent Wizard advise all their customers that dryer vent cleaning is necessary dryer maintenance. The most common warning sign indicating a need for dryer vent service is increased drying time. Contrary to popular belief, this is not a sign of aging or wear. Even an old clothes dryer will work efficiently if it is getting proper air flow through clean dryer vents.

According to the Wizard (http://lowellma.dryerventcleaningnow.com/) inferior dryer vent systems can also be hazardous. Proper dryer vent installation is critical to dryer safety and efficiency. Dryer vents should be as short as possible and contain few bends and turns which can inhibit venting and cause lint to build up and clog the vent. Smooth inside is also important. Dryer vent sections should be joined with foil tape instead of sheet metal screws which protrude to the inside, catching and trapping lint.

Dryer Vent Wizard professionally inspects and cleans clothes dryers and dryer vent systems for homeowners and in commercially-owned buildings. Poorly maintained dryer vents are fire hazards and cause clothes dryers to cost substantially more to operate. Visit http://www.massdryervent.com/ for more information or to schedule service.

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.

Lowell Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard Addresses Homeowners’ Association

He is on a mission to prevent dryer fires and improve dryer efficiency by educating consumers about proper dryer vent installation and maintenance

 

 

Lowell, MA – The Lowell Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard is on a mission to make clothes dryers safer and greener by educating consumers about proper dryer vent installation and maintenance. Over 17,000 dryer fires occur annually with failure to clean dryer vents being the number one cause. In addition, poorly vented clothes dryers cost substantially more money to operate.

The Wizard is asking for help getting the word out about the importance of dryer vent cleaning service. For every referral the Wizard receives for which he does the work, he is paying a $25.00 referral fee. The Wizard hopes his customers will encourage their family, friends and neighbors to be safe by having their dryer vent system serviced annually.

For each job the Wizard performs within a home owners association (HOA), he will contribute $10 to the HOA. The Wizard makes it easy by providing free informative flyers to distribute to the HOA. Give the Wizard 10 minutes to speak to the HOA and he will bring the refreshments.

Webb Dickson owns Dryer Vent Wizard (http://www.dryerventcleaninglowell.com/), the single source for all dryer vent needs. The Wizard specializes in dryer vent cleaning, repair and installation. Dryer vent service is all they do, so they are the experts!

The primary goal is safety so when he arrives at the customers home, he will perform a 10 point inspection (including air flow and temperature measurements) to assess the current situation. He will then write up his findings and review them in depth with the customer to ensure that they understand what he found and what needs to be done. Each technician comes fully trained, and each van fully stocked, so the Wizard can solve any dryer vent problem from a simple cleaning to the installation of a completely new dryer vent system. Dryer Vent Wizard is licensed and insured. He is an accredited member of the BBB and listed on Angie’s List.

Dryer Vent Wizard works to promote Dry Clothes, Safe Homes and in our tough economy, energy savings. According to the Multi-Housing Laundry Association (MHLA) and Lawrence Berkley National Laboratory (LBL), an inefficient dryer vent can cost between $18 and $24 more a month on the energy bill. That’s $219 to $285 per year! Visit http://www.massdryervent.com/referral.htm to learn more about the Wizard Referral Dollars program.



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 nearly 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.

Dryer Vent Wizard Presents Lowell Dryer Vent Cleaning Franchisee System Builder of the Year AwardThe award recognizes Webb Dickson for sharing success

The award recognizes Webb Dickson for sharing successful local marketing strategies with fellow franchisees across the US

Greg Longe, CEO of Dryer Vent Wizard (DVW), announced the awarding of the DVW System Builder Award to Webb Dickson of Middlesex and Essex County, MA at the national conference in Orlando, Florida. The award recognizes Dickson for sharing successful local marketing strategies currently being adopted system wide into the DVW business system.

Dryer Vent Wizard is a national franchise company specializing in dryer fire prevention related to dryer and dryer vent maintenance, repair, replacement, inspection, cleaning and alteration for single and multi-unit residences. Commercial businesses with dryers such as pet stores, salons, athletic and massage clubs are also DVW clients.

Webb Dickson is the Lowell Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard, serving residents and business owners in Middlesex and Essex County MA and the entire state of New Hampshire. Educating the customer is a vial part of the Wizard’s service as he provides tips to prevent dryer fires while performing an important home service. Visit http://www.Middlesex-EssexMA.DryerVentCleaningNow.com to schedule an inspection and enjoy superior customer service and peace of mind knowing the dryer is operating safely and efficiently.

According to the U.S. Fire Administration there are an average of 17,000 dryer fires in the U.S. with an approximate $ 194 million in property, damage 15 deaths and 400 injuries annually. “Failure to clean dryer vents” was cited as the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in residential buildings. Similar reports by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, (CPSC), confirm annual maintenance of dryers and dryer vents as a home safety issue lacking consumer awareness.

Founded in 2004 by David Lavalle in Boston, Massachusetts the company has awarded 60 franchises in major metro markets since franchising began in March 2005. Webb Dickson provides residential and commercial dryer vent service in Lowell MA, Middleton, Newburyport and surrounding cities and communities. Visit http://www.dryerventcleaninglowell.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 nearly 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 Lavelle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.

Dryer Vent Cleaning Lowell: More Dryer Fires Upset the Wizard

Dryer Vent Cleaning Lowell: Dryer vent cleaning technicians are so easy to find on the internet. Dryer vent cleaning is very important appliance maintenance. Dryer vent cleaning prevents fires and saves energy while promoting maximum dryer performance.

Over 15,000 clothes dryer fires are reported each year, causing major damage to homes, loss of lives and many injuries. People lose their home and possessions, loved ones are injured or killed; sadly, pets often die in home fires. Most dryer fires are caused by failure to clean dryer vents.

There are many different companies who provide dryer vent cleaning and installation services. The internet is flooded with articles and blogs all warning consumers about the danger of clogged dryer vents; not to mention the increase in utility expenses when clothes dryers are not venting properly.

So Many Dryer Vent Cleaners; Yet, So Many Dryer Vent fires

Portsmouth, NH: A dryer fire caused heavy smoke damage to contents in the basement of a home while the resident was upstairs. She smelled the smoke but thought it was a neighbor having a BBQ. Minutes later, a neighbor knocked at her door to tell her that smoke was coming from her dryer vent. Thanks to an alert neighbor and the quick response from the fire department, damages were minimal and there were no injuries.

Malden, MA: A clogged dryer vent caused a fire that sent one man to the hospital. He was rescued from the third floor by a ladder truck. The fire was contained to the basement but there was major smoke damage throughout the home.

Northampton, MA: A build-up of dryer lint caused a dryer fire at East Heaven Hot Tubs, making it necessary to close off a section of West Street. Firefighters quickly stopped the blaze which started in a clothes dryer in the basement and spread to the second floor through air ducts. Heavy smoke filled the building and also affected neighboring Bistro Les Gras. The Bistro will remain closed pending a Board of Health Inspection.

Springfield, MA: A clothes dryer fire caused around $10,000 in damage to an apartment building in the McKnight neighborhood. Most of the damage was caused by smoke; the entire building will require cleaning and repainting. There were no serious injuries. One woman was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation but declined to be taken to the hospital.

Dryer fires are caused by a combination of heat and blockage of air flow. If there is a lint build-up in the system then you have the combustibles needed to start a fire.

Check the internet and you will find it flooded by dryer vent cleaning companies in your area. With so many dryer vent cleaners, there is no reason for so many dryer vent fires. Annual dryer vent cleaning is the number one prevention of clothes dryer fires. Have a dryer vent specialist inspect your dryer vent system to be sure it is safe and your dryer is operating efficiently.



Webb Dickson of Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in New Hampshire, Nashua, Manchester, Concord, Portsmouth, Derry, Bedford, Keene, Milford, Middlesex and Essex County, Massachusetts, Lowell, Billerica, Burlington, Westford, Concord, Stow, Marlborough, Natick, Hopkinton, Framingham, Gloucester, Middleton, Newburyport, Haverhill, Lawrence, Beverly and neighboring cities and communities.

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Dryer Vent Cleaning Lowell – The Wizard Warns about a Hidden Danger: Do you know What’s in Your Dryer Vent?

Dryer Vent Cleaning Lowell: Dryer vent cleaning promotes maximum dryer performance while eliminate a serious fire hazard. Dryer vent cleaning extends the life of your appliance while reducing energy consumption by up to $300 per year!

Most people do not think about where all the lint and hot air goes as tumbling laundry dries. The first thought is the lint trap, which most people know to clean after EVERY load; NO EXCEPTIONS! Now, let’s get closer acquainted with your dryer vent system to explain the anatomy of a dryer fire and how to prevent it.

The dryer vent system is responsible for “venting” hot air and moisture from your dryer to the vent outdoors. If your dryer is not vented outdoors, you could have a serious problem. All dryers should be vented outdoors, not in the attic or crawl space.

Depending on where the dryer is in your home, the path your dryer duct takes could be a long one. If your laundry room is on the second floor, in the center of your home, rather than on an outside wall, then your dryer vent system might be 20 – 30 feet long! This could be a problem because now your dryer works extra hard to force the hot air out.

Dust and Lint Accumulation

Consider what happens to the lint and dust that is getting pushed through the dryer vent system. Yes, the lint trap catches some, but only about 60%. The rest escapes into the dryer chassis and the dryer vent system. A little might make it to the outdoors, but unfortunately, most of the lint that escapes the lint screen ends up trapped in the dryer vent system. A little is no problem, but lint likes company, so more and more will grab on to the first pieces and accumulate until it blocks air flow.

Solid Lint formed by excess Moisture

If you are in a humid area or there are major temperature changes, moisture can start to seep into the dryer vent and mix with the lint. This is a lethal combination. Once dust and lint get wet and dry they become something similar to dried mud on the inside of your dryer vent. While dry lint can be brushed away, once it's wet and solidifies, it's a harder job.

The Solution

Dryer vent cleaning is the only solution. Dryer vent cleaning is recommended annually. Larger families may need to clean dryer vents more often.

Webb Dickson of Dryer Vent Wizard provides dryer vent cleaning, dryer vent repair, dryer vent installation, dryer vent inspections and all dryer vent services for homes and businesses in New Hampshire, Nashua, Manchester, Concord, Portsmouth, Derry, Bedford, Keene, Milford, Middlesex and Essex County, Massachusetts, Lowell, Billerica, Burlington, Westford, Concord, Stow, Marlborough, Natick, Hopkinton, Framingham, Gloucester, Middleton, Newburyport, Haverhill, Lawrence, Beverly and neighboring cities and communities.

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