[callalily]

I'm already on my second home in TV. My gas dryer in my first home was much slower at drying than my electric in my second home. Both are LG.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Corgeez1

Do the newly constructed patio villas in The Villages come equipped with a proper fitting ‘electrical’ outlet for a laundry dryer. If not, I guess I’ll need to hire an electrician to convert or add a dryer outlet?

We just bought in Moultrie Creek and the outlet definitely doesn’t look big enough for a dryer. I’m no expert. We ordered a new electric dryer to be delivered very soon, but maybe we should change the order to a ‘gas’ dryer so that it will fit. I’d like to avoid extra cost of having an electrician install the correct dryer outlet if it needs one.

I’ll ask my builder tomorrow about the dryer outlet to make sure, but wondering if other new buyers have had the same question.

Thanks in advance!

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[tophcfa]

For what they charge for new construction I flipping hope so!

[MrChip72]

Originally Posted by callalily

I'm already on my second home in TV. My gas dryer in my first home was much slower at drying than my electric in my second home. Both are LG.

Gas dryers are more efficient than electric dryers. Your example is just anecdotal.

https://www.usnews.com/360-reviews/h...%20gas%20dryer.

[Maker]

There are a few types of vent hose available. Most are junk. One specific one is best, and meets code. I learned that from Lake Sumter Dryer Vent Cleaning when they cleaned my vent. Their website has details and photos for reference. So if you are paying for new parts, I'd highly recommend getting the right ones.

[wayneman]

Same, also in fenney. We used our dryer 220 for a EV charger.No need to let it sit there and do nothing.

Originally Posted by MSchad

Our home in Fenney was set up for a gas dryer, but was also wired for a 220. Just needed to have the plug installed.

[Sandy and Ed]

Originally Posted by Altavia

Check to make sure the connection to the dryer vent is secure. I'm aware of a couple that popped off after a couple uses.

This is an entirely different subject but……..the dryer vent pipe in the wall is oval and the dryer exhaust hose is flimsy round. Just try to fit the hose onto the vent, or try to find an “oval to round” transition that fits….

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Sandy and Ed

This is an entirely different subject but……..the dryer vent pipe in the wall is oval and the dryer exhaust hose is flimsy round. Just try to fit the hose onto the vent, or try to find an “oval to round” transition that fits….

You can buy oval to round adapters on Amazon.

[LaLaLuna]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

A gas dryer may be slightly cheaper to operate, but I would take issue with a claim that they are far superior and faster to dry. I have an electric dryer and I don't want my clothes to dry fast, so I always use a low heat setting and remove the clothes while they are still damp. I think a lot of people do the same, so how would a gas dryer be faster to dry?

I have Electric dryers at my 2 northern homes. I have never thought there was anything wrong with them. They do the job. It wasn't until we bought our home here that we first experienced gas dryer.

It's just significantly better. My clothing feel better. my sheets are softer and less wrinkled. My towels are fluffier. I don't know the science of why. It's just better.

It has spoiled me for when I am north and usimh my electric dryers.

[Cliff Fr]

If you buy a gas dryer buy a good one. California has a ban on gas appliances starting in 2030. Other States or a national ban may be coming too.

[nancyre]

What Kind of Electrical Outlet Is Needed for a Dryer? - The Tibble Outlet is a 220. Is it possible that is set for Gas which only requires a standard outlet.

[nancyre]

Just looked at some pictures of Villas in the Village and the houses look like they are set for a Gas stove and Dryer.

[Karmanng]

Originally Posted by AZ SLIM

We brought a matching Kenmore set with an electric dryer that we really like so we opted to have a 220v line installed by an electrician. It cost about $500, so be prepared for sticker shock. They have a base price but it can go up depending on how much wire they need. The wire is pretty expensive now days. We have purchased three houses south of 44 and none of them were wired for electric.

Who is the electrician? I can deal with the dryer its the GAS STOVE I hate!!!

[Slick327EFI]

smh

[Escape Artist]

Originally Posted by Cliff Fr

If you buy a gas dryer buy a good one. California has a ban on gas appliances starting in 2030. Other States or a national ban may be coming too.

Hmmm, I guess “they’re coming for our gas stoves” wasn’t a reactionary myth or conspiracy theory after all.