James Smith is franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard, a home service operation founded in Modesto, Ca. James Smith acquired the rights to franchise Dryer Vent Wizard in February 2008. Dryer Vent Wizard specializes in dryer fire avoidance and "urgent response" dryer and vent upkeep, repair, installation and modifications. Dryer vent cleaning and service by the Wizard keeps dryers working correctly to avoid dryer fires and lower energy costs. Until being a Dryer Vent Wizard franchisee, Smith worked for DHE Trucking Co. Through his eleven years as a truck driver, James acquired multiple safety awards and an excellence award. James Smith takes exceptional satisfaction in his job. He has gone the extra mile to enhance his education by becoming CSIA Certified (contractor license # 943017) in dryer exhaust services.