Signs Your Dryer Vent May Be Clogged
Quick answer: Long drying times, a hot dryer cabinet, weak airflow at the exterior vent, and visible lint around the connection or cap are the most common signs.
The everyday signs
- Clothes need more than one cycle to dry
- Dryer cabinet feels hot to the touch
- Laundry room warms up during a cycle
- Lint dust around the dryer or hose
The serious signs
- Burning smell during use
- Dryer shutting off mid-cycle
- Almost no airflow at the outside vent cap
For any of the serious signs, stop using the dryer until the issue is reviewed.
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