James Smith is franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard, a home service company founded in Modesto, Ca. James Smith purchased the rights to franchise Dryer Vent Wizard in February 2008. Dryer Vent Wizard provides services for dryer fire avoidance and "urgent response" clothes dryer and vent servicing, repair, installation and alterations. Dryer vent cleaning and service by the Wizard helps keep dryers running efficiently to defend against dryer fires and reduce energy costs. Before becoming a Dryer Vent Wizard franchisee, Smith was an employee for DHE Trucking Co. During the course of his 11 years as a truck driver, James acquired several safety distinctions and an excellence award. James Smith shows exceptional pride in his job. He has gone the extra mile to further his education by becoming CSIA Certified (contractor license # 943017) in dryer exhaust services.