Why a Firefighter Would NEVER Run the Dryer Overnight

I spent thirty years as a fire captain, and I would never run a dryer overnight or leave it operating while I sleep. In this video, I follow the hot air from the drum to the outside wall and show you the hidden problems that can turn an ordinary load of laundry into a serious fire risk. I’ll show you how to test a lint screen, replace dangerous hoses, spot a blocked vent run, recognize when a dryer is choking, and check the outside vent hood. I’ll also cover safer habits after drying, advice for renters and ventless dryers, and the ten-second safety check I want every household to know. 0:00 The dryer you never watch 0:47 Test the lint screen 2:20 Replace dangerous dryer hoses 4:15 Fix the hidden vent run 6:36 Recognize a choked dryer 8:00 Check the outside vent hood 9:30 Never run it unattended 11:19 Prevent fires after drying 12:57 Advice for renters and ventless dryers 14:11 The ten-second safety check #DryerSafety #FireSafety #HomeSafety #FirePrevention