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Originally Posted by SmellyCat
So the dryer uses a huge amount of electricity. 2500 watts... The dryer costs about 75 cents an hour while the dehumidifier is about 8 cents an hour. I just use the dryer little to get towels fluffed etc. I think I'm saving money. sC
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Based on the info you provided, electricity rates are $0.30/KWH!
Do you live in Hawaii? The average rate in the U.S. is about $0.10/KWH.
I bought a used natural gas dryer off Craigslist for $50, and the fuel cost is about 1/3 that of electric in Oregon.
Generally I dry until cloths are just barely damp, and then hang them up in the closet.