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For the best Dryer Vent Cleaning in the Seminole and Orange Counties (the greater Orlando area)
call Dan, Dan the Carpet Man. 407-792-0412
For the best Dryer Vent Cleaning in the Seminole and Orange Counties (the greater Orlando area)
call Dan, Dan the Carpet Man. 407-792-0412
Cleaning lint from the dryer’s lint screen before each load, while recommended, isn’t enough to keep the vent system clean. Over the course of a normal dryer’s life, homeowners miss up to 35 percent of the lint their dryer collects (that lint that gets through the initial screen and ends up in the vent system that leads outside the home). Because of the moisture that goes through the dryer vent, the inside of the vent gets corroded, and the lint starts sticking to the sides. Over a period of time, as [lint] builds up on the side of the vent, it closes it off (build-up causes longer drying times and causes the machine to overheat).
Most manufacturers of clothes dryers recommend an annual cleaning – more if you use the dryer frequently. A cleaning can pay for itself in less than a year through the improved efficiency with less drying time required (plugged vents waste energy and increase the chances of a dryer starting a vent fire). Homeowners should always clean their lint traps before and after each load in between professional cleanings. Never leave the dryer running when no one is home or before you go to bed.
Source:
“Fire in the Hole: Why Cleaning the Inside Dryer Vent Isn’t Enough”
– Advice from Angie’s List
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Experts say “Clean your dryer vent!”
For many households, the clothes dryer is an indispensable convenience and necessity. However, if clothes dryers are not properly installed or maintained, critical fires can occur. Using 3 years of data, from 2002 to 2004, the yearly national fire loss for clothes dryer fires in structures is estimated at $99 million. Each year, these losses result from an estimated 15,600 fires that required a fire department response. These clothes dryer fires cause an annual average of approximately 400 injuries and 15 fatalities.
Findings:
Statistical information provided by the U.S. Fire Administration National Fire Data Center.
Why use a dryer vent cleaning professional?
When our technician comes out to your home to inspect and clean the dryer vent system, we will first check that the dryer vent is properly installed and was fabricated from the appropriate material (plastic vent materials are not recommended). Many times, our techs find improper venting or a disconnected vent that the homeowner is not aware of. Professional vent cleaning companies have the proper rotary equipment and knowledge of dryers and vent systems.
We use the cleaning method most recommended in the industry!
Particulates (dust and other small particles) stick or statically cling or to the interior of ductwork. Bacteria, mold, and other harmful biological growth can hide, grow, and thrive in this medium, particularly in the presence of high moisture.
The recommended method for dryer vent and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) ductwork cleaning is “Source Removal”, the mechanical cleaning of system components to remove obstructions, debris, dirt and dust.
Mechanical Cleaning involves two key steps:
Currently the safest and most effective air duct cleaning method utilizes a portable HEPA filtered vacuum coupled with a rotary brush (agitation device). Brush diameter (interchangeable brush heads) is selected by the operator to fit various sizes and shapes of ductwork and vents. Rotary action of the brush head effectively “scours” the interior of ductwork and air handling components as the device is guided through the HVAC system. This technology utilizes a high-velocity vacuum behind the brush to create “lift” for debris removal with HEPA filtration to prevent potential of cross contamination.
Find out more about our state-of-the-art dryer vent cleaning equipment (below)
We remove lint, debris, and blockages from your dryer vent system using a 4-step inspection and cleaning process
Depending on the size and configuration of the vent and the extent of the blockage we typically use a combination of a rotary brush (see photo above), vacuum, and forced air induction to clean the vent and ensure proper airflow.
on see Question 19 on our FAQ page
Achieve full venting of dryer exhaust to the exterior of your home after removal of blockages.
Routine maintenance including professional cleaning of your dryer vent system by Dan, Dan the Carpet Man achieves the following results:
State-of-the-Art Rotobrush® machine cleaning
The Standard Rotobrush® system is complete with a hose and brush that work simultaneously together leaving clean ducts behind. The process begins when the rotating brush works at a pace of 450 rpm to scrub the inside walls of the air ducts. As the debris is loosened, it is then vacuumed up in the nozzle located behind the head of the brush.
Because Rotobrush® is designed to protect the operator as well as the ductwork, the rotating cable is safely tucked away in the hose, so every type of duct application can be cleaned using the system — even flex duct..
Tips for preventing dryer fires
By observing a few simple indications of poor system performance you can help prevent a dryer fire. If you notice heavy clothes such as blue jeans or towels taking a long time to dry, or clothes feel hotter than usual at the end of the cycle, then a clogged dryer vent exhaust is likely the problem. You need to clean your lint filter every time you dry a load of clothes and inspect your dryer components at least once per year.
Some dryer vents may need more frequent inspection, such as in homes with complex construction where the dryer vents exceed 6 feet from the outside, or with smaller stack dryers and dryers that are older and do not have moisture sensors or high temperature safety limit controls. Have your dryer vent system professionally cleaned regularly to reduce the fire risk and increase the dryer’s efficiency.
Our family has hired Dan three times now on very urgent notice. Each time Dan’s company has gone above and beyond to help! They have been more than fair on pricing. The work that they have done has been absolutely excellent! Our carpets and floors are in great shape because of them!! Everyone with whom we have worked at this company has been great. They are organized, honest, and do an excellent job. I am giving the highest recommendation I can give!
Great service and very fast! They were able to adjust their pricing to my budget! I definitely recommend and will call them again!
Should have taken “before” pictures to show the difference before the cleaning and “after” – carpet looked like it did years ago and the tile and grout looked like it was just installed. Great job! Will absolutely use again!
Highly recommend. The customer service was A+ but the work they did was even better. My sofa and carpet looked like they were brand new when they were done which was no easy feet after my two big dogs took a mud bath outside and came in to play on the sofa.
Called Dan based upon references and quickly set up a date to have carpets and furniture cleaned as we had never had the carpets cleaned since installing them in the house five years ago. Just my wife and I, no kids or pets – just a sometimes messy five year old grandchild. Tech Jimmy came out and immediately assessed our needs and recommended the LOWEST price cleaning. No up selling, no pressure AT ALL. He then explained the process in detail and started work. It took him approximately 4.5 hours to finish the house and furniture – and it looked GREAT! My wife and I were completely satisfied and will never go to anyone else for carpet and furniture cleaning.
I am SO impressed with this company! I had them clean grout and carpet and they did a great job at both. My tile looks brand new, and I smile every time I walk into the kitchen. In all honesty, I was a die-hard Stanley Steamer girl, because it was so easy to book online and be done. I will NEVER use them again after I have seen what Dan Dan did! What a difference!! The employees were wonderful to deal with and scheduling was super easy. I called to schedule an appointment and they fit me in right away. If you have heard of the “2 second rule” if you drop a piece of food on the floor, it really no longer applies….because the floor is so clean, you could literally eat off of it!!!!!!
Everyone I spoke to was friendly and informative. They explained my options and left the decision up to me. No high pressure salesman stuff. I have used them for my office and now my home. I highly recommend them. My carpets looked brand new after cleaning. Very impressive.
Amazing experience! Everyone in this company is so nice. When we needed some flexibility on their part, they were accommodating, which was such a relief (thank you!) They did a fantastic job with our office space. It looks and smells so fresh in here. Ahhhh Will absolutely use again in the future.
Best carpet cleaning ever! Called them on recommendation from a friend/customer of mine who has impeccable taste and was thrilled with the result. Booked an appointment for exactly when I wanted it, came out and measured and quoted and cleaned all in the same day. The results were amazing. Highly recommend them.
Would Highly recommend Dan Dan to anyone. Gary showed up, prepped and got to work. In total, he spent over 6 hours getting my requested work done. I had a lot of stuff on my floors. Stuff I myself could not move due to suffering a Heart Attack a few weeks prior. I had 2 bathrooms done. Kitchen, bedroom and foyer and a very large Dining Room all with tile floors. I also had 2 larger area rugs done. What a difference. Gary did an amazing job. Even though the grout on the floor in the kitchen did not come as clean as I had hoped for. Gary tried, but we believe a darker grout (black) was originally used and a lighter placed on top. (or vice-versa), or possibly some type of coloring was applied over the original color. The next job will be my Florida Room tile floor. (My daughter just needs to buy her house and get her “Storage” stuff out of there.) I will not hesitate to call Dan Dan again to do that room!
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