Podcast
Seasonal Threats: Spring Bird Nests in Dryer Vents
Welcome to the JobTown Dryer Vent Safety Podcast. I’m Matt Parker, and today we’re discussing a seasonal threat many Birmingham homeowners face this time of year: birds nesting in dryer vents. _ As we move into spring, birds are looking for protected places to build nests. Unfortunately, your dryer vent provides the perfect spot – […]
Beyond the Lint Trap: What Every Birmingham Homeowner Should Know
Welcome back to the JobTown Dryer Vent Safety Podcast. I’m Matt, as a firefighter turned dryer vent cleaning specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how a simple maintenance task can prevent disaster. _ Let’s talk about what happens beyond the lint trap. Many homeowners diligently clean their lint trap after each load – and that’s great! But […]
The Hidden Fire Hazard in Your Laundry Room in Birmingham
Welcome to the JobTown Dryer Vent Safety Podcast. I’m Matt, a firefighter and founder of JobTown Dryer Vent Cleaning here in Birmingham. Today, we’re talking about something that’s in nearly every home but rarely gets the attention it deserves: your dryer vent. _ You know, during my years as a firefighter, I responded to dozens […]
Poor Airflow — The Silent Killer of Dryers (and a Major Fire Hazard) for Birmingham Home Owners
Hey y’all — Matt here with Job Town Dryer Vent Cleaning. As a Birmingham firefighter, I’ve seen what can happen when something as simple as a clogged dryer vent gets ignored. One thing I always tell people: airflow is everything when it comes to dryer safety. Your dryer isn’t just heating air — it’s supposed […]
Birmingham Dryers That Over Heat, Don’t Let This Happen To You!
Hey y’all — this is Matt with Job Town Dryer Vent Cleaning. As a Birmingham firefighter, I’ve seen the damage that a simple dryer fire can do to a home. That’s why I wanted to take a minute and talk to you about one of the biggest risks we see when it comes to dryer […]
The Hidden Fire Danger Sitting Right Behind Your Dryer: Lint Buildup in Birmingham
When we think about fire hazards in the home, most people picture kitchen fires or electrical issues—but there’s a silent threat sitting right behind your dryer that gets overlooked every day: lint buildup. Why is Lint So Dangerous? Lint is made up of tiny fibers from your clothes—mostly cotton, which is highly flammable. Every time […]
