07/23/2026
Dryers cause over 13,000 fires per year. Most of the time, they could have been prevented. Twenty-seven percent were related to lint buildup in dryers. It is important to clean out the dryer vent on occasion, probably at least once a year if not sooner, to get all the lint buildup out of the dryer vent.
This not only makes the dryer more efficient and helps dry clothes faster with less energy, but also helps make sure the dryer vent will not catch on fire. In some extreme cases, dryer lint can build up so badly that it can actually start a fire in the home.
Across the country, nearly 17,000 dryer fires spark every year, killing people and causing injuries and property damage. In this blog, we will discuss this issue in detail.
Cleaning the Lint Filter and Dryer
The first thing to look at is cleaning the lint filter.
The lint filter is meant to be cleaned after every load, not once a month and not once a week. Cleaning the lint filter helps prevent fires and helps items dry faster.
Dryer vents cause thousands of fires yearly. Clean lint filters, clear ductwork, spot warning signs, and prevent overheating.