Most people opt for having a washer and dryer and one, to save space. While this is smart in theory, it poses the problem: what if the washer breaks down at some point in time? This means you have a problem with the dryer too. If you have a separate dryer in case this ever happens, you can always hand wash your clothes then dump them in the clothes dryer for easy finishing.
A dryer also solves the problem of where to hang clothes if it's raining outside, and even assists in proper ironing. You can always turn the dryer off when your clothes are just slightly damp and finish them off with an iron for crisp clothes.
Most dryers available in the market today are energy-efficient so you need not worry about wasted electricity. You can ask the salesperson for environment-friendly models, or you can look for it yourself: just look for a yellow sticker on the appliance indicating its energy efficiency rating.
There are generally two kinds of dryers that you can get for your home: a top-load dryer and a front-load dryer. The main difference of the two is obviously in its structure. For front-load dryers, clothes are put in the machine through the front. In top-load dryers, they are done on top.
Most people will agree that front load dryers are the best to get for small apartments or spaces, because you don’t have to worry about leaving space above the appliance in order to put up the cover and insert or remove your clothes. Front-load dryers can also hold more clothes than usual, so it’s perfect for a family or for a shared apartment with many tenants.
On the other hand, top-load dryers are best for couples or small families. They can be bought in smaller models, to fit small laundry area spaces. The benefit of a smaller model means less energy used, and you can dry a few clothes in a jiffy when you need to.
Choosing an appliance like a dryer for your home may be a little intimidating, but it’s one of the exciting parts of being a homeowner. Good luck!