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Dryer Lint Fires + How to Prevent Them
Brought to you by Champion – Family Owned & Serving Metro Atlanta Since 1970

When we think about fire hazards, most of us picture kitchens, fireplaces, or candles—but one of the most common causes of house fires is hiding in a place you use all the time: your laundry room.

🧺 Did You Know?

Every year, thousands of house fires start because of lint buildup in dryers. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, clothes dryers cause nearly 3,000 fires annually, and the leading cause? Failure to clean them.

Lint might look harmless, but it's highly flammable. When it builds up in your dryer vent or exhaust system, it creates the perfect environment for a fire—especially during Georgia’s hot, humid summer months when your dryer is already working harder.

⚠️ How a Dryer Fire Spreads So Fast

A spark or overheating element ignites lint in the vent or drum... and from there, fire can move quickly:

• Into walls through the exhaust duct
• To laundry piles or plastic hampers nearby
• Through attics or crawlspaces if the vent isn’t properly routed

Within minutes, what started as a small dryer issue can engulf an entire room in flames.

🛡 How to Prevent Dryer Fires

• Clean the lint trap after every load
• Have your dryer vent professionally cleaned at least once a year
• Keep the area around your dryer clear of flammable materials
• Never leave the dryer running while you sleep or leave the house
• Check for signs of a clogged vent (clothes take longer to dry, dryer is hot to the touch)

👷 Champion is Here If Fire Strikes

At Champion, we know how overwhelming even a small house fire can be. That’s why our fire restoration team is trained, certified, and available 24/7 to help Metro Atlanta families recover:

• Emergency board-up & damage containment
• Smoke & soot cleanup
• Structural repairs
• Odor removal
• Full rebuild and insurance coordination

💬 Final Word from Champion

A quick cleanup could prevent a disaster—but if fire strikes, Champion is just a call away. We've been serving the Atlanta area for over 50 years with fast, compassionate fire damage restoration you can trust.

📞 Need help now or have questions about fire safety? Call Champion today.
We’re always here—before, during, and after the emergency.