By Paul F. P. Pogue
From Ask Angi
Whether preparing your home for guests over the holidays or simply performing a deep clean on general principle, don’t overlook these two cleaning tasks. Dryer vents and exhaust fans tend to get skipped, sometimes for years at a time, which can cause both inefficiency and fire risks.
Exhaust Fans
Bathroom exhaust fans do a lot of important work. Obviously, they draw unpleasant odors out of the bathroom quickly. But they also remove moisture from the air, lowering the humidity and preventing mold or mildew risk to your paint and fixtures.
All this work takes a toll on the exhaust fans themselves, though. Debris, mildew and grime can build up on the vent and fan itself. That’s why it’s a good idea to clean your bathroom exhaust fans twice a year. Cleaning is a relatively easy DIY task in most cases; you can remove the vent grate, clean it by hand, and carefully wipe down the fan blades. As with any time you’re dealing with electricity, flip the circuit breaker to stop power running to the fixture you’re working with. You can also hire a handyperson to take care of this task….