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As part of our commitment to keeping our community safer, Dryer Vent Wizard of Cary shares industry knowledge with Cary, NC residents. Learn about dryer vent safety, warning signs, and news here!

Crushed vent hose connection behind the dryer

A crushed vent hose connection behind the dryer can completely restrict the airflow, causing the dryer to take 2-3 cycles to dry. Tip: Replace crushed transition hoses, and leave the dryer pulled out far enough that the new vent tube does not get crushed. Look for these common dryer vent issues.

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Raleigh, Wake Forest, Knightdale moisture building up in the dryer

I just had my vent cleaned and now I have moisture in my dryer.

We receive this question frequently in the summer. Yes, you might have moisture and condensation in the dryer this time of year. It has been very hot and humid the last few weeks. All that hot and humid air is trying its hardest to enter your home. This phenomenon will be more prevalent after your vent is cleaned...

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Dryer Vent Cap causes damage to roof of home

There is a huge misconception that any roof vent cap available is good enough to use as a dryer vent that exits the home on the roof. Not only does Building Code require that a dryer vent termination be free from a screen, but there are several reasons it's a bad idea to have a screen in your vent cap.

A screen in your vent cap will build up lint over time and cause a blockage. This...

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North Carolina-based Electrolux is being recalled because it could catch fire.

Scary news, if you have one of these dayers please reach out to Frigidaire and have it fixed asap!

Some Frigidaire gas dryers recalled after 23 reports of fires
A clothing dryer made by North Carolina-based Electrolux is being recalled because it could catch fire.

A clothing dryer made by North Carolina-based Electrolux is being recalled because it could catch fire.

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I finally got around to cleaning out my dryer vent!

I finally got around to cleaning out my dryer vent!

No need to feel bad if you find yourself in this situation; most people never give their dryer vents a second thought. Just count yourself lucky that damp clothes are the only problem you have encountered as clogged dryer vents can cause many more issues than just long drying times.
According to the National Fire Protection...

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