Easy Fixes for Problem Dryers

With the Summer storm season approaching our dryers are getting a workout! Here are some handy hints to make sure they are behaving and working to their best ability!

Problem 1: Dry will not start:

Ok firstly is the dryer plugged in? Sometimes the simplest things are forgotten in our hectic lives, I had numerous repair men explain that this is all it takes for an appliance to work! Crazy istn it!

Problem 2: Yes the dryer is plugged in and won't start

Check your home electricity box, to see if a fuse has blown or circuit has tripped. By doing this you can save yourself a call out fee for an electrician and replace the fuse or simply turn on the breaker.

Problem 3: Dryer is making a clunk noise

Stop the dryer, and check for any contents that are in the dryer making such a noise. Check if zippers on pants and shirts are zipped, or if you have an extra chunk of change, wallets, phones or keys that have found their way into your dryer from someones pockets can also add to funky noises. -If the noise persists it can be the motor or broken belt contact a professional

Problem 4: Clothes are taking hours to dry

Clean out that lint filter! If the lint filter is full, air is not flowing freely and your machine is forced to work longer than necessary.If the filter is full, you may have lint trapped between the dryer drum and the filter. Use a long-bristled brush to clean out trapped lint. You'll get your dryer working more efficiently and prevent a possible fire.

Problem 5: Filter is clean and still clothing taking hours to dry

If your filter is clean, the dryer is heating up but it is still taking too long to dry clothing; there are two things to check. Firstly, Is the dryer hose kinked or clogged? Use that long-handled bristle brush to clean out the dryer hose. The hose should be as short as possible between the machine and the outside exhaust vent to prevent clogs.

Secondly, go outside and check the outside vent. Most are designed with a trap door that only opens when dryer air - and lint - are blown out. If the vent hood gets coated with lint, the trap door can't open. This is often a problem in high humidity climates like ours. Check it every few months, you'll be amazed at the amount of lint and other things you find.

I hope this helpful check list helps you this Summer storm season nothing worst than wet soggy clothing! Have a lingering dryer question? Contact us!
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