In this blog entry, the professional Chicago dryer vent cleaning service team here at EmDuct Chicago Duct Cleaning will detail the basic DO’s and DON’TS regarding dryer vent repair.
What to DO for Dryer Vents
- DO get dryer vents professionally installed
- DO ensure that the proper outlets is connected to your dryer, and properly connected
- DO clean out dryer exhaust ducts every 2 years to remove accumulated lint that block airflow and cause longer drying times – as well as fire risks
- DO clean out lint traps in the dryer before and after every load. This can reduce the risk of a fire hazard. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission says that impacted clothing dryer vents cause more than 15,000 house fires every year
- DO remove dryer sheets and fabric softener. These cause a residue to coat the dryer screen which lowers proper air circulation
- DO utilize dryer balls, or even tennis balls to helps speed up drying times and soak up water from large items like blankets, sheets, or bath towels / mats
- DO contact EmDuct for all of your dryer vent cleaning needs
DON’TS for Dryer Vents
- DON’T put wool sweaters in dryers, as the dryer will likely break down the wool fibers and shrink your sweater
- DON’T put silk in your dryer as it can cause material to lose its texture and damage the garment
- DON’T allow bras to dry in dryers as they will tear and become messed up. The same goes for many underwear, as its elasticity will be seriously impacted from the heat. If possible, hang dry underwear
- DON’T use duct tape to connect to dryer vents, because over time it will cause serious gaps in your dryer joists and structure