(EMAILWIRE.COM, October 04, 2008 ) Birmingham, AL -- Karl Schiesz, former Culinary Director, traded his chef hat and apron for a logo-ed uniform to own and operate a Dryer Vent Wizard, Safe Homes, Dry Clothes (DVW), franchise in Central Alabama.

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

When Schiesz decided he didn’t want back into Food Service Industry and wasn’t ready to retire, he looked into franchising. Having a customer service influence earlier in his career gave Schiesz a wealth of experience on which to draw. He researched several concepts and found Dryer Vent Wizard Dry Clothes, Safe Homes. Despite the funny name, Schiesz found the concept intriguing.

“I liked that DVW provided much needed solutions to consumers’ dryer and dryer vent problems which ultimately prevents dryer fires,” says Schiesz.

According to Schiesz, consumer response to DVW has been positive, although a big part of what he does is still educating. “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 Schiesz.

The U.S. Fire Administration has reported 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, Culinary Director turned entrepreneur Schiesz 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.


Karl explains the 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 Schiesz, “will create a safe environment in their homes, 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. Karl Schiesz of http://www.dryerventwizard.com services Central Alabama, Jefferson County, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa County, Northport, Brookwood, Anniston, Gadsden


Contact:

Karl Schiesz - Owner
Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Alabama
2720 Goldmor Circle
Birmingham, AL 35244
205-408-0096 - office
205-568-0051 - cell
kschiesz@dryerventwizard.com
http://www.dryerventwizard.com


This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC

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