Shop TODAY independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. If you own a dryer, you're more than likely aware that lint buildup ...

Cleaning the dryer vent might not be something that's top of mind — especially if you've never done it before. But it's a task that's imperative, since a build-up of lint could cause a dryer fire if ...

• Use a dryer fabric softener sheet to remove the lint from the filter. • Add HOT water into a sink. • Add liquid dish soap. • Place Filter into the water to let soak for 10-20 minutes. • Use a soft ...

While you’re likely accustomed to cleaning out the lint trap after each dryer cycle, there’s another critical area that needs regular attention—the space just underneath the lint trap. Lint, dust, ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – Routine maintenance on your home’s dryer can help prevent a fire from igniting, as well as other complications from happening to your machine over the years. This week, the ...

The best way to regulate lint buildup is by regularly cleaning the lint screen after each load. “Lint is a by-product of cleaning your clothes ,” Lewis says. “Cleaning the lint screen between loads ...

A best-selling dryer cleaning kit is now on sale, and it’s more essential than you’d think. The 2-Piece Dryer Vent Cleaner Kit, an important household task that can help prevent dryer-related fires, ...

Raise your hand if your washer and dryer fall into the "use-it-but-forget-to-clean-it" type of appliances. No judgment here — many people don't even know they're supposed to clean their laundry room ...

A woman, who claimed she didn't know to clean her dryer lint trap, discovered it completely full after her neighbor came over to help her with her dryer troubles, igniting a discussion about cleaning ...

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