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Long Drying Time Troubleshooting Guides
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Dryer takes too long to dry when the basement duct is behind drywall
A basement dryer with a long or concealed exhaust run can take longer when airflow is restricted, but the drywall means the hidden duct should not be opened or brushed by a homeowner. Start with the lint screen, load/cycle and the outside hood: look for lint, a stuck damper, weak visible exhaust or a crushed transition section that can be seen without moving or dismantling the dryer.
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LG Dryer Taking Too Long to Dry: Safe Home Laundry Checks
When an LG dryer takes too long to dry, start with airflow and load conditions rather than assuming a failed heater. Clean the lint filter, check the visible exhaust outlet for weak airflow or lint, and with the dryer off and unplugged inspect the accessible hose for crushing, kinks, loose connections, or visible obstruction.