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Home Inspection Picture - September 2015

9/17/2015

In this month's home inspection picture, we see a gas stove in a home with a vent hood. Unfortunately the vent hood did not vent to the exterior of the home. For safety reasons, it is recommended to vent a gas stove to the exterior.

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Dryer Fire Prevention

9/17/2015

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Dryer Fire Prevention - No one thinks that it could happen to them, but unfortunately dryer fires are becoming more and more common. In fact, it is one of the leading causes of house fires in the US and Canada.

So what can be done to protect your family and your home? Below is a list of maintenance items that can help prevent a dryer fire.

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Clean the lint trap regularly. This is something that only takes a few seconds before each load of laundry.
Clean the inside of the dryer. This is a maintenance item that is often overlooked, but the lint trap does not catch all the lint.
Check and clean the vent hose and vent head. This is where many home inspectors find the most issue, so be sure to check and clean this item regularly.
If you have a gas dryer, be sure to check the gas connections for leaks, wear, and damage.

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Home Inspection Picture - September 2015

Dryer Fire Prevention

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