James Smith is franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard, a home service business based in Modesto, Ca. James Smith invested in the rights to franchise Dryer Vent Wizard in February 2008. Dryer Vent Wizard provides services for dryer fire avoidance and "urgent response" dryer and vent routine maintenance, repair, installation and modifications. Dryer vent cleaning and service by the Wizard helps keep dryers running efficiently to minimize the risk of dryer fires and decrease energy costs. Until becoming a Dryer Vent Wizard franchisee, Smith was an employee for DHE Trucking Co. Through his 11 years as a truck driver, James acquired several safety distinctions and an excellence award. James Smith takes amazing gratification in his work. He has gone the extra mile to further his education by becoming CSIA Certified (contractor license # 943017) in dryer exhaust services.