During National Fire Prevention Month the Wizard is handing out wristbands in exchange for a small donation to the Children’s Burn Foundation
Columbus OH – The Columbus Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard is encouraging the public to help the Children’s Burn Foundation as a way to commemorate National Fire Prevention Month in October. The Children’s Burn Foundation helps children recover both physically and emotionally from injuries sustained in a fire.
Wristbands with the company’s slogan, “Prevent a Fire, Clean Your Dryer” are for sale for a small donation of just $5.00. The Wizard is giving 100 percent of the proceeds to the Children’s Burn Foundation.
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and a nationwide franchise specializing in commercial and residential dryer vent cleaning, repair and new dryer vent installation. Professional dryer vent service by the Wizard is the best way to eliminate a number of dryer related hazards while improving dryer performance.
Over 17,000 dryer fires are reported each year resulting in deaths, injuries and nearly $200 million in property damage. Clogged dryer vents are a leading cause of dryer fires.
“We are proud to participate in a nationwide effort to raise funds for the Children’s Burn Foundation to help children burned in fires,” said Rick Gutridge, owner of Dryer Vent Wizard. “A vital part of our service is to educate consumers about proper dryer maintenance to eliminate fire hazards.”
Gutridge suggests the following tips while performing dryer vent service:
• Replace vinyl or foil dryer ducts with semi-rigid or solid metal venting
• Clean the lint screen after every load of laundry
• Wash the lint filter with soap and water to remove residue left behind by dryer sheets
• Do not store flammable items like cleaning supplies, paint thinner and cardboard boxes around heat producing appliances
• Do not leave the house or go to bed while the dryer is operating
• Call the Wizard for a professional dryer vent inspection and cleaning service
Dryer Vent Wizard helps increase consumer awareness about the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Rick Gutridge serves homes and businesses in Columbus Ohio, West Jefferson, Upper Arlington, Marysville and nearby neighborhoods.
/> About Dryer Vent Wizard:
Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with nearly 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.