Consumer Reports Dryer Vent Cleaning

Daniel declerico writing for consumer.

Consumer reports dryer vent cleaning.

Dryer fires are responsible for seven deaths 344 civilian injuries and 233 million in property damage annually says. If you want to clean the dryer on your own it is important to unplug it first. Consumer reports has honest ratings and reviews on clothes dryers from the unbiased experts you can trust. Preserve clothing dryer life.

A neglected clothes dryer might work inefficiently and worse yet can pose a fire danger. Fire administration recommends cleaning the vent every three months. The same is true for the check vent feature on maytag and whirlpool dryers. The consumer product safety commission estimates that over 24 000 dryer related fires occur each year.

Proper vent care protects your dryer from excess wear and premature death. Here s how to clean your dryer vent from the pros at consumer reports.