Released on: October 23, 2008, 10:13 pm

Press Release Author: Dryer Vent Wizard of Idaho

Industry: Consumer Services

Press Release Summary: Mike Alder finds it rewarding to be educating consumers on
fire prevention while providing a vital service to his community

Press Release Body: Boise, ID -- Mike Alder, former business owner of Placer Moving
& Delivery transitioned from independent business owner to owner/operator of a Dryer
Vent Wizard, Safe Homes, Dry Clothes (DVW), and franchise in the Treasure Valley.

"I found DVW provided much needed solutions to consumers' dryer and dryer vent
problems," says Alder. "I find this to be a very rewarding career change."

DVW services prevent dryer fires, keep dryers functioning properly and provide
energy savings through dryer and dryer vent maintenance, cleaning, repair,
replacement and alterations.

According to Alder, consumer response to DVW services has been positive. "When
consumers find their dryer taking more than one cycle to dry a load, they assume
it's mechanical when the real problem is lint accumulation in the dryer vent causing
the dryer to work inefficiently and become susceptible to a dryer fire," says Alder.


The U.S. Fire Administration indicates that dryer fires account for an average of
15,000 fires with an approximate $88 Million in property damage, 15 deaths and 400
injuries annually. "Failure to clean" was citied as the leading factor contributing
to clothes dryer fires in residential buildings.

In an effort to make consumers more aware, moving pro turned Dryer Vent Wizard
entrepreneur, Mike Alder shares these maintenance "tips" to prevent dryer fires and
keep dryers running efficiently:


# Be sure that dryer vent systems are up to code with city, state and manufacturer.
# Replace any plastic or foil vent with semi-rigid or solid metal venting.
# Clean screen lint trays before and after drying a load.
# Wash lint screens with soap and water every few months to remove residue left
behind by fabric softeners.
# Don't leave the house or go to bed with the dryer running.
# Have dryer vents professionally cleaned and inspected annually.

Warning signs to look for:

# Clothes are taking more than one cycle to dry, especially jeans and towels.
# No lint visible on lint screen.
# Dryer repeatedly stops during a cycle.
# Clothes have moldy smell after dry cycle.

"Consumers who follow these guidelines," says Alder, "will create a safe environment
in their home, prolong the life of their dryer and save money on energy bills."

Dryer Vent Wizard, Dry Clothes Safe Homes, is the largest chain of dryer vent
specialists in the U.S. with 50 metro market locations servicing residential and
commercial customers. Mike Alder supports fire prevention month in October and he
urges consumers to visit http://www.dryerventwizard.com to learn more about dryer
vent repair and maintenance and to schedule a dryer vent inspection. Mike services
Treasure Valley, Idaho, Ada County, Starr, Eagle, Garden City, Meridian, Boise,
Kuna, Canyon County, Nampa, Caldwell, Gem County, Emmett, Boise County, Idaho City,
Horseshoe Bend, Owyhee County, Elmore County, Mountain Home and neighboring cities
and communities.

Contact:
Mike Alder
Dryer Vent Wizard of Idaho
Phone: 866-498-7233
Email: malder@dryerventwizard.com
This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC


Web Site: http://www.dryerventwizard.com

Contact Details: Mike Alder
Dryer Vent Wizard of Idaho
Phone: 866-498-7233
Email: malder@dryerventwizard.com