Benefits of an annual dryer vent cleaning include the following:

• Safety: Dryers run at high temperatures and lint is extremely flammable. A backed-up dryer vent can lead to a house fire. Clogged vents can also cause the gases and carbon monoxide that should be released outside to back up into your home. If this happens, the compromised air quality may result in health problems for your family.




• Energy Savings: Have you noticed that your dryer requires several cycles to properly dry your clothes? That occurs when the appropriate amount of hot air is not reaching your dryer due to a clogged vent. A backed-up dryer vent results in a less efficient dryer, one that takes longer to dry, uses more energy than is optimal and raises your electricity bill.




• Longer Life: A dryer that requires multiple cycles or an excessive amount of time to dry a single load is running more than it should, which reduces its lifespan. An overworked appliance can lead to mechanical problems and breakdowns. Proper care, including regular, professional dryer vent cleaning, reduces the need for repairs and extends the lifespan of the appliance.

Your dryer vent may not be the first home maintenance task on your mind, but you certainly shouldn’t forget about it. Many home fires are caused by a backed-up dryer vent. Lint is highly flammable and needs only a small amount of heat buildup to ignite. If you haven’t had your dryer vent cleaned in a while and you notice that drying your clothes takes longer than usual, we have the solution.

Vertical Chimney Care is a wise investment in the safety, efficiency and overall well-being of your home. Our expertise, dedication to quality and commitment to customer satisfaction set us apart and have made us a trusted partner for almost 40 years in the Chicagoland area. At Vertical, we care about your home and most of all, we care about you.