James Smith is franchise owner/operator of Dryer Vent Wizard, a home service business established in Modesto, Ca. James Smith obtained the rights to franchise Dryer Vent Wizard in February 2008. Dryer Vent Wizard specializes in dryer fire avoidance and "urgent response" dryer and vent servicing, repair, upgrade and alterations. Dryer vent cleaning and service by the Wizard keeps dryers running correctly to prevent dryer fires and minimize energy expenses. Until being a Dryer Vent Wizard franchisee, Smith was employed with DHE Trucking Co. In the course of his 11 years as a truck driver, James was presented numerous safety accolades and an excellence award. James Smith takes amazing 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.