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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 your dryer runs, it creates heat to dry your clothes, and that heat passes through your vent system to push out moisture and lint. The problem? Over time, lint collects inside the vent line. If it’s not regularly cleaned, that lint builds up like kindling inside the vent.
Heat + Lint = Recipe for Fire
When airflow is restricted by lint buildup, your dryer has to work harder and hotter. All it takes is one spark, a hot spot, or an overheated heating element, and that dry lint can ignite like gasoline.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), U.S. fire departments respond to an estimated average of 15,970 home fires every year caused by clothes dryers and washing machines. These fires lead to approximately 13 civilian deaths, 444 injuries, and over $238 million in property damage annually (NFPA Report).
What’s even more frustrating about these numbers? Most of these fires could have been prevented with proper maintenance and regular vent cleaning.
We’re Birmingham Firefighters — And This Is Personal to Us
At Job Town Dryer Vent Cleaning, we’re not just another cleaning company. We’re local Birmingham firefighters who’ve seen firsthand the damage that a preventable fire can cause. When we show up to clean your dryer vent, we’re not just checking a box — we’re helping protect your home, your family, and your peace of mind.
Our team uses professional-grade equipment, including airflow testing and camera inspections, to make sure your vent system is fully clear and operating safely. We don’t guess — we show you exactly what we find so you know the job’s done right.
Protect Your Home — We’re Here to Help
If your dryer vent hasn’t been cleaned in the last year — or if you’re not sure when it was last checked — we can help. Scheduling a professional dryer vent cleaning is one of the simplest ways to reduce your risk of fire, save on energy costs, and extend the life of your dryer.
Don’t wait for a scare to take action. Give us a call today, and let us help keep your home safe.
[Job Town Dryer Vent Cleaning — Owned and Operated by Birmingham Firefighters]
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