According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly 17,000 home clothes dryer fires are reported each year. These clothes dryer fires cause around 51 deaths, 380 injuries, and $236 million in property loss.
If you thought your washing machine was the only mold risk in your laundry room, you were mistaken. While mold does tend to grow inside washing machine drums, the fungus also thrives inside dryer vents, especially when they’re filled with lint. The lint inside allows moisture to develop during the dry cycle.
Dirty dryer vents are notorious for collecting lint and other debris, and over time it can clog up and cause problems. A clogged up dryer vent isn’t just a nuisance, it’s a safety hazard. The lint that collects inside your dryer vent is very flammable, and when enough builds up inside, it traps heat and can cause a fire. Cleaning your dryer vent not only protects your clothing but keeps your entire house from burning down.
