4 Ways Clean Air Ducts and Dryer Vents Can Improve Home Safety

There’s nothing more important to a homeowner than a home that is safe and free from hazards. As careful as we are to secure our homes from outside threats, we don’t always consider the threats that could be lurking inside. Lowe’s Air Duct Cleaning can help you avoid certain safety risks that could arise from your air ducts and dryer vent, preventing you from maintaining a safe living environment. In this article, we will address four ways that clean air ducts and clean dryer vents can improve home safety.

1. Eliminate Fire Hazards 

You may not realize that your dryer can become a fire hazard if the vent is improperly cleaned. The buildup of lint, which is highly flammable, can put your dryer at risk for a fire. That is why we recommend annual dryer vent cleaning as part of your normal home maintenance activities.

2. Prevent Mold Growth

The lint accumulation in your dryer vent also creates moisture, the perfect condition for mold and mildew to grow and thrive. Staying on top of professional cleaning will eliminate that buildup. Likewise, air duct cleaning will prevent mold from sticking to your air ducts and creating a problem.

3. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Buildup

If you have a dryer that is powered by gas instead of electricity, there is a risk of a buildup of carbon monoxide. However, keeping your vent clear of lint will help you avoid a dangerous hazard caused by the colorless and odorless carbon monoxide.

4. Improve Air Quality

Clean air ducts and dryer vents will improve your home’s indoor air quality. Let our experts remove any contaminants from your air ducts that are re-circulated through your HVAC system several times each day, possibly worsening respiratory conditions. After all, the concentrations of indoor pollutants are often two to five times higher than outdoor concentrations. A clean dryer vent will also help prevent contaminants from infiltrating your home’s air.

Get Special Pricing for Services

At Lowe’s Air Duct Cleaning, we want to help you eliminate pollutants that diminish your indoor air quality and result in safety hazards within your household. Rest assured that you can achieve peace of mind with our services. Contact us today at (800) 699-0955 to find special pricing for a cleaning package available in your area. We help customers from locations in several states throughout the United States.