Heat pump dryers are recent crossovers from the European to the North American market. They're energy-efficient, compact and ...

Gas dryers are taking some heat, but they still have a place in many laundry rooms In some areas, gas dryers can be much cheaper to operate than electric dryers. By Keith Flamer If your home has a ...

For the dryer, you need either gas or — in the US — a special 220 V outlet because the heating elements require a lot of wattage, and doubling the voltage keeps the current levels manageable.

In 2024, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that dryers and washing machines cause an average of 15,970 fires annually, with ...