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Why is water collecting in my dryer vent hose?
Hot, humid air passes from the dryer through the exhaust vent hose to the outside. Over time, this debris can build up inside the exhaust vent, eventually preventing hot air from escaping. As a result, that warm, moist air remains inside the vent tube—and gradually turns into condensation as it cools.
Why is my dryer lint trap wet?
It’s possible to find condensation in the dryer drum after the drying cycle ends. Condensation usually results from improper ventilation, which can cause moisture and lint to collect in the dryer’s exhaust system duct and leak back into the dryer after it turns off.
Why does my clothes dryer have water in it?
Blocked ventilation is often the reason why a dryer is leaking water. If the dryer is unable to vent the warm air, it condenses and causes water to collect in the dryer. The first thing to check is the ventilation hose coming out of your dryer. Make sure it has no kinks that may be blocking the airflow.
Can a dryer vent hose be too long?
The maximum developed length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet from the dryer location to the wall or roof termination. The maximum length of the exhaust duct does not include the transition duct. This means that vents should also be as straight as possible and cannot be longer than 35 feet.
Can a dryer vent leak water?
Over time, lint and any excess fabric can begin building up within the dryer vent. When there’s no clear path for air and moisture to flow through, the moisture can condense — resulting in water leak. Routine maintenance of your dryer should include the removal of any buildup within the vent via a long-handled brush.
Can water damage a dryer?
Flood damage is destructive to appliances and can frequently render them inoperable. Resetting a dryer after a flood should be done carefully to prevent electric shock, but it is possible the dryer can run without damage.
Why is there water in the vent hose on my dryer?
Generally speaking the common cause of water collecting in the vent hose is because of a restriction or blockage in the vent hose or vent cap where the vent exits outside. If the moisture being removed by the dryer cannot exhaust through the vent hose to the outside, moisture will collect inside the vent hose.
What happens if dryer vent pipe is too long?
When the dryer’s vent pipe is too long or is located in a cold space, the water vapors from the dryer will condense inside the vent pipe. Typically, the dryer’s vent pipe should be no more than 25 feet in length, including any twists or turns the installers had to make to get the pipe to the exterior of the home.
How much water can a dryer vent hold?
A: A dryer can vent two to three gallons of water during a normal cycle for a full load of wet laundry. When the dryer’s vent pipe is too long or is located in a cold space, the water vapors from the dryer will condense inside the vent pipe.
What should I do if my dryer is leaking water?
Check to ensure that the vent hose has not kinked or collapsed. The vent should be rigid metal or flexible metal only. DO NOT use plastic flexible ducting. Plastic flexible vent hoses may collapse more easily and collect water. If the dryer cannot rid itself of the excess heat and humidity it will build up inside the dryer drum.