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Stay Safe: Frequently Clean the Dryer’s Lint Filter

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The hazards of a dirty dryer vent are well documented. Just do a Google search for “dryer fire” and see how many were caused by a clogged vent.

Dryer fires leave behind a burned-out home or building, but the true tragedy of them all is that 99% could have been prevented if proper dryer vent cleaning and other maintenance were done. One of the easiest – yet most forgotten about – dryer maintenance issues is cleaning the dryer’s lint filter.

Your lint filter is located probably in one of three places: On top of the dryer, inside the back of the dryer or inside the dryer near the door. For regular cleaning instructions and/or if you can’t locate it, please see the manufacturer’s instructions that should have come with the appliance.  

If lint and/or film has seemingly adhered itself to the trap’s screen, you can easily fix this by gently brushing it with a fine, bristled cleaning brush.

The actual vents should be cleaned by a seasoned professional. If you’re in the Twin Cities MN area, you should contact Dryer Vent Wizard of the Greater Twin Cities for all your dryer vent repair and other vent needs. Get in touch with us today by visiting www.TwinCitiesDryerGuy.com or calling 1.651.792.5626.
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