A dirty lint trap can waste energy dollars by making your dryer run longer – but more importantly; it can also be a major fire hazard if the lint ignites. To make your dryer both safe and energy efficient, clean your lint trap regularly and eliminate any kinks or other obstructions in the dryer exhaust duct. One sure fire way to know that your dryer’s exhaust or lint screen is blocked is if your clothes are still damp after a normal drying cycle.
Take special care when drying clothes that have been soiled with volatile chemicals such as gasoline, cooking oils, cleaning agents, or finishing oils and stains. If possible, wash the clothing more than once to minimize the amount of volatile chemicals on the clothes and, preferably, hang the clothes to dry. If using a dryer, use the lowest heat setting and a drying cycle that has a cool-down period at the end of the cycle. To prevent clothes from igniting after drying, do not leave the dried clothes in the dryer or piled in a laundry basket.
If your dryer’s drum stops turning, if it doesn’t heat up or if it squeals or rumbles when it’s running, it’s time to call in a pro in to keep your dryer running safely and efficiently. If you have the option of having gas connection for your dryer. You may want to purchase one. They are more efficient and your clothing will last longer. The gas dryer is about $75.00 more to purchase but worth the investment. Running a gas line to the unit should run about $350.00 if you do not have one. I hope this info helps. Feel free to drop me a line at findit@LehighValleyRealty.com
Take special care when drying clothes that have been soiled with volatile chemicals such as gasoline, cooking oils, cleaning agents, or finishing oils and stains. If possible, wash the clothing more than once to minimize the amount of volatile chemicals on the clothes and, preferably, hang the clothes to dry. If using a dryer, use the lowest heat setting and a drying cycle that has a cool-down period at the end of the cycle. To prevent clothes from igniting after drying, do not leave the dried clothes in the dryer or piled in a laundry basket.
If your dryer’s drum stops turning, if it doesn’t heat up or if it squeals or rumbles when it’s running, it’s time to call in a pro in to keep your dryer running safely and efficiently. If you have the option of having gas connection for your dryer. You may want to purchase one. They are more efficient and your clothing will last longer. The gas dryer is about $75.00 more to purchase but worth the investment. Running a gas line to the unit should run about $350.00 if you do not have one. I hope this info helps. Feel free to drop me a line at findit@LehighValleyRealty.com
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