If your dryer is getting a build-up of condensation inside of it, the problem is likely being caused by cold air getting inside the drum and coming into contact with the warm dryer air. When this happens, condensation occurs.
There are many reasons this happens, including your dryer being placed in the wrong area, the lint trap being full, or a problem with your ventilation system. To find the cause of the problem and fix it, start by checking the location of your dryer and then work your way down our list of causes until you’ve solved the problem. Most of these problems can be fixed yourself and won’t require you to get a qualified technician to come and fix your dryer.
The best place to start is to check if your dryer is in an appropriate place in your home. For example, if your dryer is in a cooler area of the home like the garage or basement, this can cause condensation due to the cool temperature outside of the dryer and the hot temperature inside of the dryer (when it’s running). If your dryer is in a cool part of your home, move it somewhere warmer.
If your dryer is in an appropriate place in your home, the next reason to rule out is a full lint trap. The lint trap collects lint from the inside of your dryer. If it becomes full and isn’t emptied, the temperature in your dryer can become too hot or cold and cause condensation.
Cleaning the trap should be done after every cycle to prevent this problem from happening. To empty the trap, remove it from the dryer and clean all the lint out of it before placing it back into your appliance. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check the door gasket (see below).
If the door gasket/seal on your dryer is broken, cold air could be entering your dryer while it’s turned on, which can cause condensation when the cool air mixes with the hot air.
To check the door gasket, you need to:
The next possible reason for condensation in your dryer to investigate is the exhaust vent has been blocked. This can happen when it isn’t cleaned out regularly (twice a year at a minimum). When blocked, air can get trapped in the dryer drum which causes condensation.
This is how to clean out the exhaust vent:
Sometimes dryer vent systems can be positioned incorrectly which causes condensation to occur. For example, if your vent hose goes up through the roof and into the attic the warmer or cooler temperature of the attic can cause condensation to develop. This isn’t usually the case in homes that have been built recently due to the known fire risks.
Condensation can also be caused if the vent hose is too long. If your vent hose goes up through the roof or is too long, you should consider getting your ventilation system changed.
Another possible way to fix a dryer that is producing condensation is to install a booster or vent flap. These devices make sure your dryer vent only opens up when your dryer is turned on.
As soon as your dryer ends its cycle, the vent flap closes the vent so no air can get into your dryer, which helps reduce condensation. If your dryer already has a vent flap, make sure it isn’t stuck or damaged. If so, it will need to be replaced. If you don’t have a vent flap installed, consider purchasing one and having it installed.
Installing a booster device into your dryer vent setup is another option you have to stop condensation in your dryer. These devices help speed up the removal of hot air from your dryer using a fan. They can be purchased at most hardware stores and easily installed yourself.
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