Summit County family daily routine disrupted by dryer fire

9/10/2019 (Permalink)

Dyer is the source for a fire in Summit County residence. An unattended dryer caught fire and caused fire damage to a family's home.

SERVPRO of Summit County received a request for fire damage restoration.  Upon arrival to the family home, we met this dryer in the driveway.  These driveway meetings are more common that you would imagine.  The fire department will set the source appliance outside the residence to assist with removal of odor.  Everyone is safe and sound, however these events can be very unsettling.  How many times do you turn the dryer on and leave the house?  We all do it. 

The 2 easy things you can do to help prevent dryer fires: clean the lint screen, and make sure the exhaust is venting properly as well as clean and free of debris. Regular maintenance, using the correct plug as recommended by the manufacturer, and utilize the proper electrical outlet is also critical.  Do not overload the dryer or dry towels with heavy grease or other flammable substance. 

This family's home did not have structural damage however the entire home will require restorative cleaning – from top to bottom!  Our service team has helped countless customers feel safe, cared for, and hopeful during the aftermath of a disaster. We are ready to help you as well. Day or night, our restoration experts respond immediately, we are faster to any disaster!  Big or small, SERVPRO is there to help.   

Our team at SERVPRO of Northern Summit County will get you taken care of. 

Call Us Today – (330) 650-4486