Fixing a residential clothes dryer that takes excessive time to dry clothes involves identifying and resolving airflow restrictions or heating inefficiencies. First, pull the dryer away from the wall and thoroughly clean out all lint buildup from the flexible exhaust vent duct and outdoor vent hood. Second, wash the metal lint screen with warm soapy water to remove invisible fabric softener film that impedes airflow. Third, test the heating element and cycling thermostats using a digital multimeter for electrical continuity. You can troubleshoot drying efficiency easily by observing exhaust strength. You can verify that your corrective action is successful when clearing exhaust duct blockages and restoring unrestricted airflow cuts cycle times back down to the normal forty-five to sixty-minute range.
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