
Healthy Home Tips Blog
Unexpected Fire Hazards: Part 1 - The Ticking Time Bomb in Your Laundry Room
What would we do without our clothes dryer? It's just so convenient, yet many of us take it for granted, and forget about it once we are done using it. This neglect can cause your home's dryer to become a hidden fire hazard! That's right, the very appliance that keeps your clothes warm and fluffy can also be a source of serious danger if not properly maintained.
This is the first installment in our series, "Unexpected Fire Hazards," where we'll delve into the everyday items and situations that can pose a fire risk. Today, we're focusing on one of the leading causes of home fires in the USA: dirty dryer vents.
Spring Cleaning To-Do List: Essential Home Maintenance You Can't Ignore
The sweet sound of birds chirping, the sight of flowers blooming, and the feeling of sunshine warming your skin – spring is almost here! While we're all dreaming of outdoor adventures and picnics in the park, let's not forget about everything we need to do to get our homes ready. Now's the perfect time to give your home a little TLC and tackle that to-do list that's been hibernating all winter. Think of this as a spring refresh for your sanctuary, ensuring it's safe, efficient, and ready for the warmer months ahead. So, grab your favorite spring beverage and let's dive into some essential tasks.
A Fresh Start for Your Home: Healthy Home Resolutions for the New Year
Start the year fresh by prioritizing a healthy home environment. Improve indoor air quality in your home, take steps to ensure fire safety, and organize your space to reduce stress and promote well-being. A healthy home contributes to a happier and healthier you!
The Importance of Annual Dryer Vent Cleanings
Dryer vent cleaning is an important part of home maintenance. Clogged dryer vents are a leading cause of dryer fires, and they can also reduce dryer efficiency, shorten dryer lifespan, and reduce indoor air quality. Have your dryer vent cleaned annually by a certified professional to protect your home and family.
Spring Fire Safety - Part 2: Dryer Vent Cleaning
Did you know according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission over 15,000 home fires a year are attributed to dirty dryer vents? Dryer Vent Cleaning is one the most overlooked home maintenance tasks. Dryer Vents are seldom seen and rarely worried about, but they are a very important part of keeping a healthy and safe home. Your lint trap does catch a lot of the lint , but it does not catch everything.
Why is My Dryer Drying Slow?
Your dryers drying time and efficiency is strongly reliant on the air flow through its back exhaust and your homes dryer vent. If this airflow is restricted in anyway, the hot wet air will stay in the dryer causing it to dry much slower.
Benefits of a Clean Dryer Vent!
Dryer Vents are seldom seen and rarely worried about, but they are a very important part of keeping a healthy and safe home, but what is a dryer vent?
Why Should I Clean My Dryer Vent?
Dryer vent cleaning is an important but often forgotten about home maintenance task. Your homes dryer vent is supposed to be cleaned