Dryer Duct Vent Before Cleaning
Dryer Duct Vent After Cleaning
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Washing Machines
According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, (IBHS) washing machine water leaks are one of the top ten causes of water damage to homes. The IBHS states that more than half of all washing machine losses reported were caused by failure of water supply hoses.
Conduct monthly inspections of the hot and cold water supply lines. Most machines come with rubber hoses that connect to your water supply. These hoses can wear out and could eventually burst. The IBHS says to look for signs of blisters in the hose, worn tubing, stress cracks and loose connections. Replace the supply hose with a reinforced steel braided hose, as they are less likely to fail. Even if there is no obvious wear, they suggest replacing hoses every five years.
Dryers
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, you should replace flexible plastic or foil ducting with a rigid or semi-rigid metal duct instead. Whichever type you use, be sure to disconnect and clean the ducting annually. Also, be sure to clean the lint screen/filter before or after each load of clothes.
According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, (IBHS) washing machine water leaks are one of the top ten causes of water damage to homes. The IBHS states that more than half of all washing machine losses reported were caused by failure of water supply hoses.
Conduct monthly inspections of the hot and cold water supply lines. Most machines come with rubber hoses that connect to your water supply. These hoses can wear out and could eventually burst. The IBHS says to look for signs of blisters in the hose, worn tubing, stress cracks and loose connections. Replace the supply hose with a reinforced steel braided hose, as they are less likely to fail. Even if there is no obvious wear, they suggest replacing hoses every five years.
Dryers
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, you should replace flexible plastic or foil ducting with a rigid or semi-rigid metal duct instead. Whichever type you use, be sure to disconnect and clean the ducting annually. Also, be sure to clean the lint screen/filter before or after each load of clothes.