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Clogged dryer exhaust duct and duct cleaning
Check the dryer exhaust system whenever you notice your dryer is overheating or functioning poorly. Failure to do so can ultimately result in a fire.
How a clothes dryer works
A clothes dryer is a very simple appliance that uses a combination of air, motion and heat to evaporate the moisture from wet, laundered fabrics to make them dry. An electric dryer requires an electrical hookup, and a gas dryer requires a gas line connection. In an electric dryer, an electrical current is sent through the heating coils, creating a resistance.
Tips to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning from a gas dryer
Many homeowners perform the recommended annual check of their dryer exhaust system to ensure it is up to par and clog-free. Many homeowners are familiar with the threat of fires due to an improperly maintained dryer exhaust duct, but did you know about a secondary, and very deadly, threat from carbon monoxide? Gas dryers emit fumes that are extremely dangerous.
Common dryer exhaust duct problems you should avoid
The dryer exhaust duct is not always top of mind; however, it does require a little bit of attention – once per year, at a minimum. Excessive lint and debris not only reduce the equipment’s efficiency and performance, but also create a fire hazard in your home.
My clothes are taking too long to dry
If your dryer is taking too long to dry the clothes, here are some troubleshooting tips to try.
About the DryerWallVent
Often, not much thought goes into selecting the type of vent cover to be connected to the dryer exhaust duct at the home’s exterior wall. There are several types of vents on the market today to choose from, with the DryerWallVent being the safest, most efficient choice.
Tips for a cleaner, better-performing dryer
Cleaning the clothes dryer on a regular basis prevents equipment breakdown and helps the dryer to perform at maximum efficiency.
It's time to toss the dryer sheets!
You’ll be glad you made the switch to Smart Sheep® Wool Dryer Balls. It’s the easiest eco-friendly product swap you can make with a low price point of $17.95!
Clothes dryer troubleshooting guide
BetterVenting has assembled some tips that just might be the answer to common dryer problems, saving you a service call.
Dryer ducts - Are yours up to code?
Many homeowners are unaware of the role a clothes dryer vent plays in home safety. Dryer exhaust systems transport moisture from a wet load of laundry to the exterior via the dryer exhaust duct. This exhaust system also transports lint, highly flammable fibers from clothing that make their way past the lint filter, to the outside.
What dryer sheets do to you, your clothes and your dryer
Dryer or fabric softener sheets can be found in almost every laundry room. Tossed in with every load, they add fragrance, make the fabrics softer to the touch and reduce static cling. How does this work and are dryer sheets safe for clothes dryers?
Dryer Not Heating? Troubleshooting Tips for Dryer Problems
They're called dryers for a reason: to actually dry your clothes. When you’ve got wet clothes after running a load in the dryer, your appliance isn’t doing its job. A few tips for things to check prior to placing a service call are as follows:
Reasons to switch to Smart Sheep® Wool Dryer Balls
Do you realize that dryer sheets and fabric softeners contain toxins that directly touch your skin?
Is my pet’s fur affecting the dryer?
We love our furry friends and have come to accept the multicolored strands of fur that attach to our clothing and accompany us to business meetings. This constant reminder each time we look down, as cute as you might think it is, is a fire hazard.
Venting inefficiencies can lead to a fire hazard
The goal of BetterVenting is to provide you with valuable information on dryer efficiency and performance and to create awareness on the importance of dryer safety.