Craigslist Clothes Dryer (2024)

FAQs

How much should I pay for a dryer? ›

A new dryer costs $800 to $1,200 on average. The cost of a dryer depends on the brand, features, and whether it's a gas- or electric-powered model.

Clotheslines save energy: Hanging your clothes on a clothesline is a simple way to save energy. Appliances account for 13.6% of your total household energy use and cost. Skipping the dryer, especially during spring, summer and fall, helps keep that money in your pocket.

Felt seal: The felt seal on a dryer separates the drum from the bulkhead, which houses the dryer's “guts.” If your felt seal is damaged, it can cause the drum to lift or sag, pinching clothes and leaving black streaks on them.

“Tumble dry low” means to dry your item in the dryer on a low heat setting or Delicate cycle. Low heat is usually around 125 degrees Fahrenheit and is designed for delicate items like knitwear or sheer fabrics, as well as workout clothes made of high-performance fabric like spandex and lycra.

LG dryers dominate our ratings for standard-sized dryers. The brand performs better than any other in CR's lab tests and reliability ratings, claiming the top 16 electric dryer spots and the top 12 gas dryer spots. Samsung leads in the compact dryer sector, but Miele is not far behind.

Clothes dryers typically last for about 10 to 13 years. If your dryer has been around for nearly a decade, you will likely be searching for a replacement soon. Ancient dryers should get the boot, as older machines can actually cost you more money. Newer, certified models use less energy, helping you save on costs.

According to energy experts, you can reduce approximately 10% of your utility bill if you stop using an electric clothes dryer.

Having a dryer at home provides great benefits when it comes to having your laundry done. A daily housekeeping task, air-drying fresh laundry not only takes time and effort; space and weather constraints are also what makes air-drying clothes a hassle.

Always run a full load of laundry

Washers and dryers use about the same amount of electricity to wash a small load as they do a full load. So, it's more efficient to wait to do laundry until you have a full load, but remember -- don't over-stuff your dryer.

If your dryer is electric, rub the drum with a soft cloth dipped in warm water and dish soap. For a gas dryer, wipe down the inside with a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner. Then, for gas or electric, wipe out the drum with a wet sponge or towel and tumble a load of clean clothes or towels to dry the drum.

Do dryer balls leave lint on dark clothes? ›

Friendsheep Eco Dryer Balls are also scent free and hypoallergenic, so you can choose if and which scent to add your baby laundry. Will they lint on dark clothes? No, absolutely not!

If you notice white fur or powder-like pieces in your dryer, they are likely remnants of the felt seal.

The physical presence of a tennis ball causes more movement and space between items, which lets in more air, leading to drier clothing. Some of the best items tennis balls can soften and speed up the drying process for are bulkier things like freshly washed pillows and clean comforters.

As a general rule, higher temperatures are best used for heavy items, like towels, jeans and jackets. Low to medium heat settings are ideal for sheets, blouses and undergarments, while no heat settings are designed for heat-sensitive fabrics or garments containing rubber or plastic.

If the circle has a cross through it, the item should not be dry-cleaned.

In other words, if your technician quotes you $400 to replace a motor on your dryer, then it might not be worth it, considering the average cost for a new dryer ranges from $500–$800.

Your average 9kg vented tumble dryer will use around 5.30 kWh for a full load cycle. Using your dryer two times a week will give you an average annual usage of 636 kWh – which translates to £1.54 for each cycle and £184.44 a year. Your average 9kg condenser tumble dryer will use around 5.2 kWh for a full load cycle.

As with other appliances, the 50% Rule applies: if your appliance is over 50% of its expected lifespan of 10 to 13 years, and it costs more than 50% of its replacement cost to repair it, it may be time to think about replacement.

“Overall, you should be prepared to spend at least $1,000 on a new washer and dryer, while higher-end models could cost upward of $2,000 for the set,” says Gall. Make sure to consider options from these reliable appliance brands.