2007-02-12 06:01:58 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
As far as energy efficiency goes there is no difference in the new dryers on the market. They still use the same amount of energy to dry a load of clothes. The vent is where you waste or save energy. The vent must be kept clean and free of lint and the length should be kept as short as possible. The ducting inside the dryer should be kept free of lint as well.
2007-02-12 16:07:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
While modern dryers, especially more advanced models, rely more on airflow than heat when compared to older dryers there is little real savings in energy usage. Energy Star does not certify dryers as energy effecient. The misconception that modern dryers are tremendously more effecient stems from the fact that as a pair modern washers make new laundry sets function more effeciently together. This especially typical of front load laundry where extreemly fast washer spin speeds, generally over 1000 rpm compared to 200-300 for a toploader, remove most of the moisture during the spin cycle. Thus reducing the runtime of the dryer and thereby requireing less power.
2007-02-12 18:49:21 · answer #2 · answered by Michael P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A new dryer will use less electricity, so it will save you money in the long run. Plus a 20 year old machine is liable to breakdown at any moment. Repair parts will be hard to find for a machine that old. Can you afford to be without a dryer?
2007-02-12 06:06:38 · answer #3 · answered by bugs280 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well some would say if it isn't broke then don't fix it, but keep in mind that the older ones aren't as energy efficient as the new ones. Might I suggest an Energy Star? You'll love the way your electric bill looks I'm sure. Good Luck and have fun shopping if you do decide to upgrade!
2007-02-12 12:34:20 · answer #4 · answered by Aimee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be more economical in the long run to get a new dryer, but i belong to the school of thought of if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
2007-02-12 06:06:21 · answer #5 · answered by Liberty Belle 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was always told that if it works don't fix it, but with the more energy efficient models coming out today it would save you on your electric bill. The old models worked well, but weren't very energy efficient.
2007-02-12 06:22:27 · answer #6 · answered by golden rider 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I'd wait until it breaks. However, due to its age, I'd vacuum it out THOROUGHLY. Lint accumulation over 20 years could be quite a hazzard (fire-wise).
2007-02-12 06:14:16 · answer #7 · answered by fibreglasscar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say the energy savings would be signifant. Since we replaced ours the energy savings has been very high.
2007-02-12 06:05:10 · answer #8 · answered by jerry39 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NOPE BUY A NEW ONE
You can buy a cheap ones now a days
2007-02-12 06:05:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it dries your clothes in an hour or less, I'd keep it.
2007-02-12 06:19:16 · answer #10 · answered by justbeingher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋