One of the biggest causes of fires in the home is from your dryer. Many of us put a load of laundry in Raleigh NC to dry and do not give a thought about fire. However, it really is something to think about. Doing the laundry is just one of those routines we do daily to keep the laundry under control. Making certain that our machines are in proper working order is a vital part of this laundry routine. Safety needs to be exercised always. Over the next couple of blog posts, we will look at how to avoid a tragic fire in the home caused by a dryer.
Dryer Safety Tips | Laundry Raleigh NC
The first things you will want to consider are the proper professional installation of your machines and the servicing of them. When you purchase your dryer or washer/dryer combo, make sure to allow a professional to install them. Most companies provide this service as part of the delivery. The technicians from the company have the expertise to ensure your dryer is properly installed. There are some differences in gas and electric models. Venting will be different so make certain they explain these differences to you. They will also be able to check for any potential hazards in your laundry area setup and help you avoid any issues.
These professionals can also stress to you about having your machines serviced regularly. Many of us never take the time to service them properly. Only when the machine fails do we understand the reasoning behind servicing. Most experts will tell you fires caused by dryers is the direct result of not cleaning or maintaining the dryer. The worst culprit is lint buildup. The area behind the dryer is where this buildup is likely to occur. Taking the time to clean behind the dryer at least monthly will help keep this buildup away.
Another place to check for lint buildup is in the dryer vent hose. If these hoses are not placed properly with no bends or kinks they can become blocked with lint. This can potentially cause a serious dryer fire. The airflow will be cut off and your clothes will not dry as they should as well. A professional can spot these bends and kinks and give you good advice on reducing lint buildup before it causes a fire issue. We all know we should clean the lint basket or filter on the dryer after each load. Just doing this regularly can also decrease the lint buildup that can cause problems.
Be sure to look for our next post where we will identify more dryer safety tips. Remember these can keep a tragic fire from happening in your home while doing laundry in Raleigh NC.
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