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Fire Resistance transition help prevent property damage

The transition, better known as the "hose" behind the dryer, is one of the most often overlooked pieces of a dryer ventilation system. Not all transitions are the same. The "White Plastic" or "shiny silver" flex hoses are frequently too long, crushed, or restricted, and these materials do not have a fire safety rating value that will protect your home. Installing...

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Is your dryer trying to tell you something?

Is your dryer trying to tell you something?
Excessive lint under your dryer or on the walls behind it is a warning sign that your dryer vent needs help! When the vent becomes restricted, the lint can not pass through the vent and starts to escape from air leaks in the tube that connects the dryer to the vent.

Here are before and after pictures from a dryer vent we serviced in...

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A cheap transition to connect the dryer to the pipe in the wall.

Yes, you can go to a big box store and buy a cheap transition to connect the dryer to the pipe in the wall. But remember that the materials used are not built to the highest level of fire resistance. Many times, they will combust and can not contain a fire inside for very long. Installing an ultra-high-quality fire-resistant transition will help prevent a fire from spreading out of the vent...

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My dryer is not drying. Should I buy a new dryer or install a new element?

It's a common idea that if your dryer is not drying, your clothes are still wet, or your dryer is taking 2-3 cycles to dry; it means your heating element needs to be replaced or you need a new dryer. Unfortunately, customers spend a lot of money on a new dryer or have it repaired only to find out the dryer vent is the root cause of the problem. Hiring a professional to inspect, clean, and...

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How to Clean Every Part of Your Dryer, From the Vents to the Drum

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Keeping your dryer clean can actually increase your machine's efficiency (no damp, smelly clothes post-cycle!) and even prevent dangerous house fires. That's why it's important to regularly tend to every part of the appliance, including...

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