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Rochester MN Home Inspector Reveals Improper Dryer Vent Materials

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Improper dryer venting through corrugated plastic material can result in a fire hazard in your home.  When performing a home insection it is important that the home inspector determine that the proper dryer venting has been installed.  Your dryer should be vented through the proper materials to prevent fires.  Appliance manufacturers recommend solid metal smooth bore dryer venting.  Take some time at least once a year to make sure that the venting is unobstructed and free of built up lint. 

Rick Erickson, Home Inspector, HomePro Home Inspections. Rochester MN, Southeastern, MN. 507-202-8942. http://www.homepro-inspection.com

This entry was posted on Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 at 6:37 pm and is filed under Inspectors Blog, Interior.

I appreciated your professionalism throughout the home inspection, and your willingness to answer all of my questions.

Teren A. Rochester, MN.

Thank you for the professional and thorough home inspection. As first time home buyers, it was wonderful that you labeled the main shut off valves, and gave us a home maintenance guide. We feel comfortable knowing that you are a phone call away! Thank you for your expertise!!

Sarah & Kirk F, Dover, MN

You were really thorough in your home inspection, and took the time you needed with us. It was Saturday morning and you could have been watching the clock. I will surely refer you to others and will tell my Realtor how great you were.

Kathy P, Rochester, MN

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