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Facts about home clothes dryer fires
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While it may be hard to believe, dryer fires are a fairly common cause of home fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, dryers and washing machines cause an average of 15,970 fires each year, with dryers causing 92% of them.
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More home clothes dryer fires occur in the Fall and Winter months, peaking in January.
How Clothes Dryer Fires Occurs
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Lint accumulation and reduced airflow feed on each other to provide conditions ripe for a fire. Lint is a highly combustible material, which, interestingly enough, is one of the ingredients in a recipe for home-made fire starters. A number of dryer vent problems contribute to this.
How You can Prevent a Dryer Fire from Happening
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Proper Installation & Choice of Building Materials
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Keep the Dryer Duct in Good Condition
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Keep Your Dryer as Lint-Free as Possible
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Schedule routine annual cleanings
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Never dry clothes when you are not home or sleeping
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