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(EstateNewsWire.com, November 01, 2012 ) Warren MI – Dryer duct cleaning is the number one defense against dryer fires. Clothes dryers are the most likely appliance to start a fire, with over 17,000 dryer related fires occurring annually.
The Wizard recalls reading about an early morning dryer fire that caused over 150,000 in property damage and left a family of six homeless. Thankfully, they escaped safely, but their devastating loss could have easily been prevented through proper dryer duct cleaning service.
Residents were asleep when the fire started. A clogged dryer vent caused the dryer to overheat and materials stored nearby to ignite. The fire spread up the wall and into the attic, causing significant smoke damage to the home. dryer duct cleaning should be performed regularly to prevent dryer related hazards.
Dryer Vent Wizard (http://www.dryerventwizard.com) cleans and installs dryer vent systems for residents and business owners across the nation. The Wizard provides professional dryer duct cleaning and offers the following dryer fire prevention tips:
• Have new clothes dryers and dryer ducts professionally installed
• Electric Dryer – A licensed electrician should inspect the electrical service to be sure the dryer has the right size breaker and that it is properly grounded
• Gas Dryer – A licensed plumber should inspect the gas fittings and flex hose for gas leaks
• Never leave home or go to sleep when the dryer is running
• Keep the lint filter clean and inspect it regularly for tears or damage
• Keep the laundry room clear of combustibles like boxes and flammable substances
• Never put synthetic materials including rubber, foam or plastic in the dryer
• Have the dryer vent system inspected and cleaned regularly
Over 17,000 dryer fires occur annually with failure to clean dryer vents being the number one cause. Professional dryer vent installation and regular dryer duct cleaning service by the Wizard ensures clothes dryers operate safely and efficiently. Visit http://dryerductcleaning.blogspot.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 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.
Contact:
Dryer Vent Wizard Corporate Office
37735 Enterprise CT; Ste 100
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
1-866-498-7233
wizard@dryerventwizard.com
This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC
Dryer Vent Wizard
Corporate
1-866-498-7233
wizard@dryerventwizard.com
Source: EmailWire.Com 
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