The vent is a critical component of the dryer system that releases moisture and hot air outside. Without a vent, this moisture would end up back in your dryer and your clothes would never get dry.
Here are a few things you need to know about clogged dryer vents:
Improper Venting Can Damage Your Clothes
When your dryer vent is clogged, it cannot get rid of unwanted moisture or loose particles. That means this extra moisture and debris can end up in the dryer with your clothes, causing damage or even ripping them.
Clogged Vents Can Cause Mold Buildup
When moisture cannot get out of your dryer system because of a clog, it creates the perfect environment for mold. Clogged vents that are left in disrepair can lead to mold on your clothing, but they can also introduce spores into your home.
Mold is a serious health hazard. If you suspect mold in your vents, call for a professional cleaning right away.
Clogged Vents Can Damage Your Dryer
Your dryer was specifically designed to be used with a working vent. When your vent is clogged and the dryer cannot properly dispense moisture and debris, it will kick into overdrive to try to do its job.
If there is enough moisture or debris in the dryer that can’t escape, it can even damage your dryer’s barrel, seriously compromising the integrity of your entire machine.
Clogged Vents Are a Fire Hazard
Lint trapped in dryer vents is a real fire hazard. When hot air is forced into a small space with lint repeatedly, that buildup can eventually catch fire.
In fact, thousands of fires are started each year because of improperly cleaned dryer vents. This safety hazard is entirely preventable by hiring a professional dryer vent service.
If you suspect your dryer vent is clogged, the experts at Chesapeake Property Services are here to help. Call us at (410) 661-4235 to schedule an appointment today.