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Winter and the Increased Threat of Dryer Fires

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Because winter is nearly here and the temperatures outside have already dropped, we wanted to take the time to talk about how the threat of a dryer fire increases when it’s cold out. This isn’t a fact that is well known, so we wanted to make sure to address it. We are a dryer cleaning service serving Apple Valley and the surrounding areas, so we definitely clean a lot of dryers throughout the year.

The main reason our dryer cleaning service sees an upswing in our business this time of year is because of the type of clothing and bedding people use during the winter months. Think about it: clothing and bedding is much thicker as compared to the type of clothing and bedding we use during the summer. Thanks to the thicker materials, more lint is produced when they are run through the dryer. This lint then gets trapped in your dryer ducts and hoses, and it can then possibly ignite and cause a fire.

One of the best things you can do to prepare for the winter is to call our dryer vent cleaning service to clean out your dryer vents and hoses. If it’s been a few years or more since you’ve had it done, now is the time to give us a call so we can come out and make sure they are clean and ready to be used this winter.

In the meantime, there are a few things you can do to help prevent a dryer fire:


  • Make sure you clean your dryer’s lint trap before or after every time you use your dryer.
  • If you have to dry thick clothing or bedding, air dry it if possible.
  • If you smell a burning odor coming from your dryer, shut it off immediately and call our dryer cleaning service for help.
  • Try to keep other items away from your dryer in case it runs hot. Those items could be flammable and start a fire.


These are just a handful of reasons to call our dryer cleaning service as soon as possible.

Do you want more information on our dryer cleaning service that serves Apple Valley and the surrounding areas? Call Dryer Vent Wizard at 651-792-5626, or you can contact us to Request an Appointment.
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