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Understanding Why Your Dryer Isn't Drying Clothes

A close-up of a dryer vent showing lint buildup
A close-up of a dryer vent showing lint buildup
An array of dryer maintenance tools on a workbench
An array of dryer maintenance tools on a workbench
Diagram showing airflow blockage in the dryer system
Diagram showing airflow blockage in the dryer system
Illustration of a dryer drum with wet clothes inside
Illustration of a dryer drum with wet clothes inside

A dryer tleaves clothes damp at the end of the cycle is one of the most common appliance issues. The cause may seem simple — “it just doesn’t heat” — but the heating system in a dryer depends on several components working together: airflow, heating element or gas burner, thermostat, sensors, and venting. Understanding how these parts interact helps diagnose problems quickly and avoid unnecessary replacements.

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