Released on: June 7, 2008, 10:07 am

Press Release Author: Right Now Marketing Group

Industry: Consumer Services

Press Release Summary: The video and brochures are part of Dryer Vent Wizard's
ongoing campaign promoting dryer vent safety and fire prevention

Press Release Body: Dayton, OH--"Don't Let your dryer start a fire; keep your home
safe and sound," is Dryer Vent Wizard's slogan. Over 15,000 house fires resulting
in deaths, injuries and millions of dollars in damages occur each year as a result
of clogged dryer vent systems. Dryer Vent Wizard, in cooperation with the National
Fire Prevention Association, is handing out free dryer vent safety check kits to be
use to detect possible venting problems with clothes dryers.

In joining efforts with the NFPA, Dryer Vent Wizard is providing advice to consumers
to minimize the risk of dryer fires. They advise consumers to be sure dryer vent
systems are up to code with city, state and manufacturers. Plastic or foil vents
should be replaced with semi-rigid or solid metal venting. Screen lint trays should
be checked before each load and cleaned after each load. The lint screens should
also be washed with soap and water every few months to remove residue left behind by
fabric softeners. In addition to regular maintenance, dryer vent systems should be
professionally cleaned and inspected annually. Keep combustibles like chemical
cleaning products or chemical laden rags away from clothes dryers and do not leave
the house or go to sleep while the dryer is running. Finally, be sure to check the
outside vent cover during cold whether to be sure it is not blocked or frozen shut.

"We have found a huge lack of awareness among consumers who think it's normal for
their dryer to take two to three cycles to dry one load of clothing and don't
realize this is a vent clog warning sign and fire hazard," says Greg Longe, who
along with partner, John Lynch, franchise Dryer Vent Wizard, dry Clothes, Safe
Homes, a nation wide chain of dryer vent cleaning, replacement and alteration
specialists in the U.S.

Greg and John advise consumers to watch for warning signs of venting problems with
their dryers, including clothing taking longer to dry, no lint visible on the lint
screen, dryer repeatedly stops during a cycle, moldy smell on clothing after drying,
and clothes being very hot after a dry cycle. These signs do not mean the clothes
dryer is old and wearing out; it is not normal for a dryer to take several cycles to
dry clothes. When a dryer is not functioning properly, it is most likely a clogged
venting system which is a serious fire hazard.

To increase awareness of dryer vent safety, DVW is offering Tips & Tools.
Homeowners & community groups are encouraged to download the tips brochure and the
video, "Don't Let Your Dryer Start a Fire, Keep Your Home Safe and Sound". Free
dryer vent safety check kits that help identify dryer vent problems can also be
ordered at http://www.dryerventwizard.com/ventcheck_request.htm
Dryer Vent Wizard, Dry Clothes Safe Homes is a member of the National Fire
Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair,
replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with nearly 50 franchisees in
major markets in the U.S.


Contact:

Dryer Vent Wizard
1-866-498-7233
http://www.dryerventwizard.com/
wizard@dryerventwizard.com



This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group




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Contact Details: Dryer Vent Wizard
1-866-498-7233