I bought a similar product from Amazon and used it on my front loading dryer with the lint trap below the door. I used it with my shark upright vacuum and the lint filled half of the canister. Then went outside and cleaned the dryer vent. It is like opening Pandora’s box. Thank you for your review. Fire prevention is so important!
I just pull my dryer out a few times a year and remove the back cover screws and clean it out for real. Also gives me a chance to clean under and behind the dryer. By doing this my dryer has lasted 19 years so far.
the lint lizard is good for cleaning out the dryer lint trap but i think the other brush one is best for cleaning out the vent pipe where you can attach extentions to it
You should clean that regularly because a fire happens quicker than you think. If you see what I get out WEEKLY, just that amount you pulled now, how much do you think is in there in a couple of months. If your dryer feels warm, too warm, get your vacuum cleaner or do it like the instructions say for your dryer because again, a fire caused due to a dryer is way often than people realize. (Yes, has a fireman in the family, so front row real life statistics)
I onced stopped at a house fire in North Hollywood California. The homeowner came home about the time the fire department got done. The fire chief approached the lady (rather close to where I was standing) and asked if she was the homeowner, she said she was and asked what happened. He asked her if she had cleaned out her lint trap on the drier recently. She couldn't recall. He said the drier was left running and the accumulated lint caught fire. 2 lessons: 1) Clean out the lint from the system and 2) Never leave a running washer or drier unattended. Stay home when they're on. Washing machine hose have burst and flooded homes when no one was aroun.
Bargain Boondocker Wow, good to know. Yikes, I've never vacuumed the lint out. And I constantly leave the washer & dryer going when I've gone out. Thank you for the info!
I had to explain this to my bf who loves to leave stuff running and then leave. We have two animals and our old house was a fire hazard waiting to happen! 😬
I might get this. I can see how taking the dryer out and doing a complete job may be better, but perhaps do that once a year and use this every month! I also see that this long, flexible tube will be useful for under the fridge, stove and laundry room appliances as well as possibly working to remove some things that get down in my floor heating vent.
Great job on the reviews. My favorite on TH-cam. Thorough and unbiased and when you are a little sketchy about something you admit it a say why. Finally subscribed after binge watching your videos for a couple days. Thanks for the time and money you invest in your channel
It's almost scary how often I see a review from your channel that helps me with an issue! Last night my husband and I were talking about how our dryer wasn't drying properly and we thought the vent may need some cleaning! I watched your video about the Wish items the other day, and while shopping with my sister the same day, we saw the pet hair wand thing! I was able to tell her how it worked and she loves it! What on earth?! Great channel! Thanks so much!
First of all I've repaired appliances for over 25 years. Yes there is a big difference between your Whirlpool made Kenmore and other dryers with the lint filter up front. I would not recommend this product because it gives a false sense of security to dryer owners. Cleaning lint from a dryer should include cleaning the entire vent duct to the outside. Also if you have a front mounted lint screen you can see what is built up with the removal of the filter and looking in the slot with a flashlight. Your dryer has to be disassembled to see the corresponding lint buildup. Hire a professional or get familiar with the entire lint buildup clean out. This is important because ignoring this advice may burn your house down. Lint fires happen every day in America.
For those of us who are/were oblivious to the fact that "there's a lot more where that came from" as we clean that little screen - this is nothing more than a toy to see how fast the vacuum canister fills up, unless we get the rest of what we don't see.. I agree that we need to take this information seriously. It wasn't until I found this product on sale at Walmart for $5, took it home, filled my vacuum canister that I realized I wasn't finished cleaning. I was one of those people who thought dryer fires were caused by lazy people who simply didn't clean their lint screen. Now that I know, just like i clean the vent after every use, I will be using my lizard every few weeks between MAJOR VENT CLEAN OUTS. Bob, thank you for the advice ❣️
Awesome review, thanks. Also as a side note, that is exactly why you shouldn't use dryer sheets in the dryer. Dryer sheets are great for other things, as they de-static things, like dust from electronics. But for the same reasons dryer sheets work for household hacks, is why they clog up the link in your dryer and the lint screen and trap. IF the lint screen can be COMPLETELY REMOVED, run it under water and you will see the water puddle then drain. Wash with soap, rinse, dry with a paper or cloth towel, or let air dry before putting back in. As another commenter said, lint trapped can catch fire. Save yours and next time you go camping, take it with you to start your campfire. Use liquid fabric softener in the washer and dryer balls in the dryer.
I've got this exact same dryer, and Shark vacuum, so i'm glad to have watched this, so I didn't overheat my Shark! I'd use the Lint Lizard again after using the brush. There's probably a bunch that could be vacuumed out now.
If you get this much lint out, it's time to open the dryer up and clean it. Your burners or heating elements are likely heavily coated. You could use the LL for a quick monthly cleanout, not years of neglect.
If you own a body on frame truck or SUV, this is a must own tool. Use it to vaccume out your frame through the factory holes every few years. The dirt, rust and sand build up inside and holds moisture rotting out the frame. Spraying it with oil will not help if it has debris inside. First vaccume it with a shop vac then blow it out in reverse(after emptying the vac) Then spray oil inside. Do the same to the rockers and even the top of the frame as well where stuff builds up.
My earring went down to the sink and I was heart broken. I was at Target when this caught my attention I bought it and I used with my wet/dry vaccum cleaner. Working with the hose into the pipe and Thanks God I was able to recovery lovely earring😊
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Without watching the entire video, I can tell that this tubing is crap. The lint is probably trapped further than that tubing can reach. How do I know? I had a professional dryer vent cleaning done and they said most of the trapped lint is halfway between the dryer and the outside vent. For my house, that's about 21 feet. Better to pay a professional to clean out the vent (was told every 2 years). It's the lint you cannot reach that starts a dryer fire. Great video as always!
Hi, blind girl here so I’m definitely not going to attempt to clean my own Vince LOL. Can you tell me what kind of professional does the service? I was just thinking that this needed to be done last night!!!
I didn’t know these kinds of products existed. I can say I see the market for them though because in my house’s dryer, the lint screen got cleaned but no one realized it was piling up at the bottom. Eventually it piled up enough that the lint screen wouldn’t go all the way down. A corner of it stuck out and clothes would catch on it and twist into oblivion. Also, HI JAMES!!! 💛
Take the dryer apart and shop vac it out including the blower housing. Then clean the vent. If you don't know what you are doing call an appliance repair shop. If your vent hasn't been cleaned at least every year at normal use it needs it...
I've had the lint lizard for a couple of years now. It has plenty of suction power as demonstrated in your video. The only challenge is guiding the tip with (no visibility) once it is down in the crevice since the hose just kind of flops around.
Your reviews are awesome. I can relate to Opus on the old Bloom County cartoon who always would see a TV commercial and order 100 of whatever they're selling. But watching your videos means I can enjoy the trill of seeing how these products work and not spending a dime! :)
Well, the Lint Lizard's tube is of a noticeably narrower aperture than the vacuum's general intake port, so you would get the same suction force over a smaller area. So it would handle denser clumps poorly, causing clogs. Well, that would be a problem with most vacuums, trying to suck up something that exceeds the diameter of any part of it that it can't easily compress. Bit of a catch 22 really. With the force confined to a smaller area, it's better at forcing things down the tube, but the tube is narrower, so it rather works out the same in the end. Narrow tubes are really just better at getting into smaller spaces and picking up small debris more reliably. Still though, it looks like they really cheaped out on the tube. It's just cut diagonally at the end. Makes me wonder if the tube was originally double the length, and it was cut diagonally at the middle section, making two tubes. Would make some sense, as they wouldn't have to waste the cross section of tubing that would otherwise get cut off at the end.
I bought this product back when it was called lint B gone. Same product, different name. The sales pitch is focused on preventing dryer fires which happen over time due to lint build up.
I used the Lint Lizard you used in this video, it grabbed onto a huge chunk of lint once I removed it, I then got about 3 inches of lint, then went outside and got another 3 inches of lint, feel a lot better having done it now...cool video...
However you choose to get that lint out do it because if it gets packed in there you can have a house fire the birds make nests in your dryer vent. Check them.
I like the hurricane lint lizard. I have two dogs so I feel like getting some of the hair and lint is helpful opposed to just waiting til the yearly cleaning. 8/10 for me. Great video content.
Hi, To pushing hoses into the dryer can cause damage in the dryer. Also with that hose in the dryer you might going to move some dust and lint into bad places like near heating element and that can easily lead to fire. I don't recommend to use anything like that. Regards. Viktor
I do dryer vent cleaning in Southern California and the only way to completely remove lint from the lint trap is to pull the back off the dryer and take the back panel of the lint trap off. That will expose any trapped lint that has accumulated over the years and in some dryers it can be extensive. I just serviced a customer's vent who actually had a dryer fire inside the dryer cabinet because of failure to clean the lint filter before every dry cycle. They got lucky they didn't have a major house fire!
OMG I can totally imagine a party at your house..."Your beer is so cold," "That's because of my handy dandy Chill Chest." "Dude, your chicken is so tender and not greasy!" That's because of my handy dandy Power AirFryer! "Got a light Bro?" Sure do thanks to my handy dandy Atomic Lighter :D Can I show you my Hurricane Lint Lizard? "NO THANKS MISTER"
The problem was the lint lizard was clogging because the lint inside was a little moist. Once you tried it on the lint you had already pulled out, it had quickly dried up enough to make its job easier. The linteater does a much better job because it loosens everything. Once its loose, turn on the dryer and all that shit will just blow out the back.
James I’m a subscriber I love your videos!! Entertaining, fun, and informational as well as detailed, balanced and fair. Thanks man I appreciate the work you put into reviewing this stuff and for the amount of stuff you must have in your garage!!! I also enjoy your updates about using the products over time it’s a huge help when making a decision no BS AND SO AWESOME!! Thanks man!
I have the exact same dryer and everyone I looked at had a different dryer with the link thing inside of the door, I’m so glad you did this review, I’m gonna do the same.
Dryer makers are just stupid! Just sticking my head in the dryer to find screws makes me dizzy. I’m 64 yrs old, how the hell im gonna pull the dryer out and undo everything. Now, my question is... if the dryer is clogging up, isn’t this a mechanical issue? The warrenty will only cover electronic or mechanical failure.... I guess I need to wait till my dryer catches fire like the last one did! Then it will surely be an electronic failure! Sons of bitches.....
Looks like the lint just needs to be broken up a little bit for the vacuum. I have the same vacuum you do and it really is not a bad little thing. I can sweep the majority of my floors on a charge and never had to use its turbo mode even though I can any time. It drains the battery faster so if it works well without it I don't use it. They have s small sponge filter in the top under that door. Other than charging it only needs that cleaned out once in a while. I am not sure if it is brushless but it works well.
I am a appliance tech, you need to use a bristled brush to scrub any lose particles, moistened lint will cake into stuff, I would use a dryer vent brush then use the lint lizard to suck up the lose stuff Or depending on how your run is to outside use the bristled brush and turn on the dryer and have it blow all the shit outside and let nature do the dusting.
Thanks for this review. I know someone who's house burned down due to dryer lint. I am so crazy about getting all the lint and I didn't even know they made anything like this! I am going out and buying this tomorrow!!!
Where did you buy this? All I'm able to find is the old one. Can't find even so much as a mention of the new one and not even close to that price unless I go thru their website and I don't pay handling fees. Those are more like ransom fees!
Great PSA, James Everyone clean your Dryer. They can catch fire. Thanks James, that was a very thorough review. I may actually go pick one up and clean the dryer. Be safe
I am truly grateful! I wanted to see if you' d be interested in testing our washer/dryer replacement parts. The product is free what's more, I will pay you an additional fee to thank you for reviewing our products.
I would be interested in how well this works with newer dryers. I tried the original Lint Lizard in my Samsung a few years ago and had a couple of problems. In addition to the curling problem you already talked about, my vent was too narrow for the hose to fit down into.
The old lint lizard hose would not fit in my lint trap! The opening to the lint trap is too small!! Might have to try the new lint lizard !! Thanks for the review!!
I really enjoy watching your videos, this one included but I must say the sound that little vacuum was making was reminiscent of the drill the dentist uses. Oh My!!!
I bought the one from Home Depot I think it cost me $1995. But it was ment I do believe for the outside in of your dryer. It's got like a 6in round bristle with three foot extensions 5 extensions all together. Just in case you have a long exhaust pipe from your dryer to the exterior. I have never tried to use it on the inside on the dryer itself. I have a little to foot brush with a wooden handle with wire running from the wooden handle to the brush so you can bend and twist it. I think I'll stick with what I got. Thanks for taking the time
I have a lint eater I attached to my drill and then went outside and insert the round brush in the vent, before using I turned on the dryer on cool setting and then while cleaning the vent outside the air from dryer blew out the lint... Works good for Me..
My opinion here but you need a brush/abrasive to rub the sides and coax lint off said sides to come out. The hose will only get the loose particles - better than nothing tho
You did make me freak-out....now I can't even imagine the lint that must be in my dryer!!!! Ugh. Now I have a weekend chore. But, that aside, thanks for the thorough review.
Well you could use the Lint Eater Jr. hooked up to a drill distort the lint then suck it up with the Lizard Jr. to get more of it out. Just my two cents.
I have the front dryer vent. I'm looking for something flexible to go down into that and suck the lint out. That brush would have not worked. I have a smaller version of the brush and it doesn't work well. Thank you for showing this video.
I had the original lint lizard and the hose was so hard and would not unravel like you said. I bought it second hand new unopened but I thought it was the age that made the hose hard but apparently it was just the was it was. I would still prefer to take the dryer apart and clean it with a vacuum that way
I have the original, and it works very good. It looks like the original, although I do have the curling problem, gets more out since it is a larger diameter tube.
I would never recommend this or any other vac attachments shoved into a machine blindly as these devices can make blockages worse and/or damage sensitive internal parts of the dryer. The best way to clean that model dryer is; unplug machine, remove the back, remove the lint shute which is just a few screws inside and two on top where the lint screen enters. There's always debris trapped in the bottom because of the shute tunnels design shape. This also gives you access to impeller wheel which should also be cleaned. Then reassemble making sure parts and screws go back to original positions and voila, good as new!
I remember buying the original Lint Lizard a few years ago. The hose adapter seemed bigger than the hurricane lizard. And yes, it was a pain to straighten up... LOL... It worked fine for the one time I used it. Think I paid $20 back then. Probably not worth it.
I have the old lint lizard. It works great but the hose isn't as flexible as the new one. They need to make one with the flex tube of the new one with the opening of the old one.
I have one that I connect to a huge shop vac I just don’t know if it’s getting anything out I can’t see it picking up anything through the hose.. but it’s so small..
I've had the lint lizard for several years now, and it is junk. The end of the flexible hose needs to be a stiff hose to reach down into the dryer. As it is designed now, the bendable part of the hose just bends and does not allow the hose to go deep enough to get all the lint!
Me thinks it is time to do a review on a new washer and dryer set ... Ask TH-cam for a raise, or get Whirlpool to sponsor you giving a set away at 200k ... One last thing after cleaning out your lint, you need to be aware or atleast supervise the next 1 to 3 loads going thru the dryer. Because you disturbed the natural compaction flow, the areas lint collects are layered with moist lint as they dry your clothes. However now what is left is all fluffy and aerated, just ripe for the slightest spark. If a spark should happen, a flash fire takes place sending a fire ball out both ends of the vent, and it sounds like a cannon went off. The risk of an actual sustained fire is minimal because the fire ball clears out any possible lint left to fuel one.........
I just found out that I have to clean the lint from my dryer... I have the same dryer but have always just cleaned the screen after each load. OMG. I must have a ton of lint in there. Quick! To the store!
I bought a similar product from Amazon and used it on my front loading dryer with the lint trap below the door. I used it with my shark upright vacuum and the lint filled half of the canister. Then went outside and cleaned the dryer vent. It is like opening Pandora’s box. Thank you for your review. Fire prevention is so important!
I just pull my dryer out a few times a year and remove the back cover screws and clean it out for real. Also gives me a chance to clean under and behind the dryer. By doing this my dryer has lasted 19 years so far.
That’s awesome. Great results with hard work. Good for you!
Good if you can open it, there are some newer ones that aren't openable 😑
And now I'm searching Amazon for lint cleaners I didn't know I needed 8 minutes ago. 😂 Thank you!
🤣🤣 so funny, me too. I always have a hard time cleaning the dryer, I hope this makes it easier
the lint lizard is good for cleaning out the dryer lint trap but i think the other brush one is best for cleaning out the vent pipe where you can attach extentions to it
Only James can make lint interesting! Another great video!
I don’t even have a dryer. But want to buy a Lint Lizard. Your reviews are amazing. Such sincerity in how your present the pros and cons. Thank you.
You should clean that regularly because a fire happens quicker than you think. If you see what I get out WEEKLY, just that amount you pulled now, how much do you think is in there in a couple of months. If your dryer feels warm, too warm, get your vacuum cleaner or do it like the instructions say for your dryer because again, a fire caused due to a dryer is way often than people realize.
(Yes, has a fireman in the family, so front row real life statistics)
mademoisellekaya I wish they had to suck out the wet lint from the washer as well.
At the very least, try and research what you are talking about before you try and educate others.
Swimming Pools Please clean out your lint trap cause it's very dangerous not to.
Swimming Pools I probably own your old home, learn to clean your house you 🐖.
Swimming Pools You are actually really really lucky that you haven't had one. We had one about 5 years ago and it destroyed our dryer
I onced stopped at a house fire in North Hollywood California. The homeowner came home about the time the fire department got done. The fire chief approached the lady (rather close to where I was standing) and asked if she was the homeowner, she said she was and asked what happened. He asked her if she had cleaned out her lint trap on the drier recently. She couldn't recall. He said the drier was left running and the accumulated lint caught fire.
2 lessons:
1) Clean out the lint from the system and
2) Never leave a running washer or drier unattended. Stay home when they're on. Washing machine hose have burst and flooded homes when no one was aroun.
Bargain Boondocker
Wow, good to know. Yikes, I've never vacuumed the lint out. And I constantly leave the washer & dryer going when I've gone out. Thank you for the info!
I had to explain this to my bf who loves to leave stuff running and then leave. We have two animals and our old house was a fire hazard waiting to happen! 😬
Nel How many amps in your electric box?
Gorden Wood we moved so ?
Washing machine hose will burst weather you're running it or not. It's always got water pressure in it
I might get this. I can see how taking the dryer out and doing a complete job may be better, but perhaps do that once a year and use this every month! I also see that this long, flexible tube will be useful for under the fridge, stove and laundry room appliances as well as possibly working to remove some things that get down in my floor heating vent.
Great job on the reviews. My favorite on TH-cam. Thorough and unbiased and when you are a little sketchy about something you admit it a say why. Finally subscribed after binge watching your videos for a couple days. Thanks for the time and money you invest in your channel
Hey I really appreciate it! Hope to hear from you again.
I’m a “Lounge Lizard”. Of course I will buy these things. When I get to the store, I must not re-lint.
It's almost scary how often I see a review from your channel that helps me with an issue! Last night my husband and I were talking about how our dryer wasn't drying properly and we thought the vent may need some cleaning! I watched your video about the Wish items the other day, and while shopping with my sister the same day, we saw the pet hair wand thing! I was able to tell her how it worked and she loves it! What on earth?! Great channel! Thanks so much!
First of all I've repaired appliances for over 25 years. Yes there is a big difference between your Whirlpool made Kenmore and other dryers with the lint filter up front. I would not recommend this product because it gives a false sense of security to dryer owners. Cleaning lint from a dryer should include cleaning the entire vent duct to the outside. Also if you have a front mounted lint screen you can see what is built up with the removal of the filter and looking in the slot with a flashlight. Your dryer has to be disassembled to see the corresponding lint buildup. Hire a professional or get familiar with the entire lint buildup clean out. This is important because ignoring this advice may burn your house down. Lint fires happen every day in America.
Bob Johnson
Thank you!
For those of us who are/were oblivious to the fact that "there's a lot more where that came from" as we clean that little screen - this is nothing more than a toy to see how fast the vacuum canister fills up, unless we get the rest of what we don't see.. I agree that we need to take this information seriously.
It wasn't until I found this product on sale at Walmart for $5, took it home, filled my vacuum canister that I realized I wasn't finished cleaning.
I was one of those people who thought dryer fires were caused by lazy people who simply didn't clean their lint screen.
Now that I know, just like i clean the vent after every use, I will be using my lizard every few weeks between MAJOR VENT CLEAN OUTS.
Bob, thank you for the advice ❣️
Awesome review, thanks. Also as a side note, that is exactly why you shouldn't use dryer sheets in the dryer. Dryer sheets are great for other things, as they de-static things, like dust from electronics. But for the same reasons dryer sheets work for household hacks, is why they clog up the link in your dryer and the lint screen and trap. IF the lint screen can be COMPLETELY REMOVED, run it under water and you will see the water puddle then drain. Wash with soap, rinse, dry with a paper or cloth towel, or let air dry before putting back in. As another commenter said, lint trapped can catch fire. Save yours and next time you go camping, take it with you to start your campfire.
Use liquid fabric softener in the washer and dryer balls in the dryer.
EMERENCE MIERVALDIS SPRINGER
Excellent points!
I've got this exact same dryer, and Shark vacuum, so i'm glad to have watched this, so I didn't overheat my Shark! I'd use the Lint Lizard again after using the brush. There's probably a bunch that could be vacuumed out now.
If you get this much lint out, it's time to open the dryer up and clean it. Your burners or heating elements are likely heavily coated. You could use the LL for a quick monthly cleanout, not years of neglect.
If you own a body on frame truck or SUV, this is a must own tool. Use it to vaccume out your frame through the factory holes every few years.
The dirt, rust and sand build up inside and holds moisture rotting out the frame. Spraying it with oil will not help if it has debris inside.
First vaccume it with a shop vac then blow it out in reverse(after emptying the vac) Then spray oil inside. Do the same to the rockers and even the top of the frame as well where stuff builds up.
I bet that work a lot better I got to say You're really giving it a shot you do good reviews
My earring went down to the sink and I was heart broken. I was at Target when this caught my attention I bought it and I used with my wet/dry vaccum cleaner. Working with the hose into the pipe and Thanks God I was able to recovery lovely earring😊
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Without watching the entire video, I can tell that this tubing is crap. The lint is probably trapped further than that tubing can reach. How do I know? I had a professional dryer vent cleaning done and they said most of the trapped lint is halfway between the dryer and the outside vent. For my house, that's about 21 feet. Better to pay a professional to clean out the vent (was told every 2 years). It's the lint you cannot reach that starts a dryer fire. Great video as always!
if you do not want a fire- clean inside where the flame is ignited.
What about us who can't afford a professional dryer duct cleaning service 300-400$
Hi, blind girl here so I’m definitely not going to attempt to clean my own Vince LOL. Can you tell me what kind of professional does the service? I was just thinking that this needed to be done last night!!!
What? This is how much it cost?
I liked my old dryer. It was so easy to take apart and clean.
The nice thing about using the lint eater instead is now you can actually clean your ducts and the output of the dryer which is pretty critical.
I didn’t know these kinds of products existed. I can say I see the market for them though because in my house’s dryer, the lint screen got cleaned but no one realized it was piling up at the bottom. Eventually it piled up enough that the lint screen wouldn’t go all the way down. A corner of it stuck out and clothes would catch on it and twist into oblivion.
Also, HI JAMES!!! 💛
Take the dryer apart and shop vac it out including the blower housing. Then clean the vent. If you don't know what you are doing call an appliance repair shop. If your vent hasn't been cleaned at least every year at normal use it needs it...
I've had the lint lizard for a couple of years now. It has plenty of suction power as demonstrated in your video. The only challenge is guiding the tip with (no visibility) once it is down in the crevice since the hose just kind of flops around.
Your reviews are awesome. I can relate to Opus on the old Bloom County cartoon who always would see a TV commercial and order 100 of whatever they're selling. But watching your videos means I can enjoy the trill of seeing how these products work and not spending a dime! :)
This reminds me that I should clean my dryer Thanks for the video you rock!
Well, the Lint Lizard's tube is of a noticeably narrower aperture than the vacuum's general intake port, so you would get the same suction force over a smaller area. So it would handle denser clumps poorly, causing clogs. Well, that would be a problem with most vacuums, trying to suck up something that exceeds the diameter of any part of it that it can't easily compress. Bit of a catch 22 really. With the force confined to a smaller area, it's better at forcing things down the tube, but the tube is narrower, so it rather works out the same in the end. Narrow tubes are really just better at getting into smaller spaces and picking up small debris more reliably.
Still though, it looks like they really cheaped out on the tube. It's just cut diagonally at the end. Makes me wonder if the tube was originally double the length, and it was cut diagonally at the middle section, making two tubes. Would make some sense, as they wouldn't have to waste the cross section of tubing that would otherwise get cut off at the end.
I bought this product back when it was called lint B gone. Same product, different name. The sales pitch is focused on preventing dryer fires which happen over time due to lint build up.
I used the Lint Lizard you used in this video, it grabbed onto a huge chunk of lint once I removed it, I then got about 3 inches of lint, then went outside and got another 3 inches of lint, feel a lot better having done it now...cool video...
However you choose to get that lint out do it because if it gets packed in there you can have a house fire the birds make nests in your dryer vent. Check them.
If you use the brush first then the lint lizard... bam! Best lint removal ever.
You may be right!
There was just something so deeply satisfying about this video
Lisa Perry
Hahaha! True.
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I like the hurricane lint lizard. I have two dogs so I feel like getting some of the hair and lint is helpful opposed to just waiting til the yearly cleaning. 8/10 for me. Great video content.
Hi,
To pushing hoses into the dryer can cause damage in the dryer. Also with that hose in the dryer you might going to move some dust and lint into bad places like near heating element and that can easily lead to fire.
I don't recommend to use anything like that.
Regards.
Viktor
I do dryer vent cleaning in Southern California and the only way to completely remove lint from the lint trap is to pull the back off the dryer and take the back panel of the lint trap off. That will expose any trapped lint that has accumulated over the years and in some dryers it can be extensive. I just serviced a customer's vent who actually had a dryer fire inside the dryer cabinet because of failure to clean the lint filter before every dry cycle. They got lucky they didn't have a major house fire!
OMG I can totally imagine a party at your house..."Your beer is so cold," "That's because of my handy dandy Chill Chest." "Dude, your chicken is so tender and not greasy!" That's because of my handy dandy Power AirFryer! "Got a light Bro?" Sure do thanks to my handy dandy Atomic Lighter :D Can I show you my Hurricane Lint Lizard? "NO THANKS MISTER"
Jeanette Silhouette
DECEASED!!!!
Jeanette Silhouette --🤣🤣🤣you really made me laugh ...and sounds like a fun 🎉 party!
Jeanette Silhouette Sure a naughty imagination for bunch of ladies😉😂
Jeanette Silhouette, precious comment ❤️
When you went to the store, I was thinking you were going to try and find a bigger hose you could adapt to it.
The problem was the lint lizard was clogging because the lint inside was a little moist. Once you tried it on the lint you had already pulled out, it had quickly dried up enough to make its job easier. The linteater does a much better job because it loosens everything. Once its loose, turn on the dryer and all that shit will just blow out the back.
James
I’m a subscriber I love your videos!! Entertaining, fun, and informational as well as detailed, balanced and fair. Thanks man I appreciate the work you put into reviewing this stuff and for the amount of stuff you must have in your garage!!! I also enjoy your updates about using the products over time it’s a huge help when making a decision no BS AND SO AWESOME!! Thanks man!
I have the exact same dryer and everyone I looked at had a different dryer with the link thing inside of the door, I’m so glad you did this review, I’m gonna do the same.
That's super interesting, I considered getting my mom this for her dryer. Awesome review as always, my go to channel for product research :)
Linteresting!😄
I thought it was funny 😁
It would've taken less time to take the back off of the dryer, remove the lint trap and clean it properly.
Exactly! and you can then visually see the lint. This product is terrible.
Is rather do this then risk breaking a nail taking my dryer apart lol
Dryer makers are just stupid! Just sticking my head in the dryer to find screws makes me dizzy. I’m 64 yrs old, how the hell im gonna pull the dryer out and undo everything. Now, my question is... if the dryer is clogging up, isn’t this a mechanical issue? The warrenty will only cover electronic or mechanical failure.... I guess I need to wait till my dryer catches fire like the last one did! Then it will surely be an electronic failure! Sons of bitches.....
not on the newer front loaders fk no
Looks like the lint just needs to be broken up a little bit for the vacuum. I have the same vacuum you do and it really is not a bad little thing. I can sweep the majority of my floors on a charge and never had to use its turbo mode even though I can any time. It drains the battery faster so if it works well without it I don't use it. They have s small sponge filter in the top under that door. Other than charging it only needs that cleaned out once in a while. I am not sure if it is brushless but it works well.
I love how in-depth you go on your videos, very good !!!!!
I would never buy these products nor do I care, but I love this channel. Probably because your personality but anyways you have my views.
I am a appliance tech, you need to use a bristled brush to scrub any lose particles, moistened lint will cake into stuff, I would use a dryer vent brush then use the lint lizard to suck up the lose stuff Or depending on how your run is to outside use the bristled brush and turn on the dryer and have it blow all the shit outside and let nature do the dusting.
Thanks for this review. I know someone who's house burned down due to dryer lint. I am so crazy about getting all the lint and I didn't even know they made anything like this! I am going out and buying this tomorrow!!!
Where did you buy this? All I'm able to find is the old one. Can't find even so much as a mention of the new one and not even close to that price unless I go thru their website and I don't pay handling fees. Those are more like ransom fees!
Looks like it does really well, but I could probably make one from hardware store parts for less than $10
Great video just wondering can you use this on a gas dryer also don't know if it makes any difference?🤔
Great PSA, James Everyone clean your Dryer. They can catch fire. Thanks James, that was a very thorough review. I may actually go pick one up and clean the dryer. Be safe
I am truly grateful! I wanted to see if you' d be interested in testing our washer/dryer replacement parts. The product is free what's more, I will pay you an additional fee to thank you for reviewing our products.
I would be interested in how well this works with newer dryers. I tried the original Lint Lizard in my Samsung a few years ago and had a couple of problems. In addition to the curling problem you already talked about, my vent was too narrow for the hose to fit down into.
It does not work well. I have a double stack where lint collector is inside under the door. The comment above mine is right
The old lint lizard hose would not fit in my lint trap! The opening to the lint trap is too small!! Might have to try the new lint lizard !! Thanks for the review!!
I really enjoy watching your videos, this one included but I must say the sound that little vacuum was making was reminiscent of the drill the dentist uses. Oh My!!!
Might have run a bore camera before and after down there to see how much lint you started with and how clean it was when done.
I bought the one from Home Depot I think it cost me $1995. But it was ment I do believe for the outside in of your dryer. It's got like a 6in round bristle with three foot extensions 5 extensions all together. Just in case you have a long exhaust pipe from your dryer to the exterior. I have never tried to use it on the inside on the dryer itself. I have a little to foot brush with a wooden handle with wire running from the wooden handle to the brush so you can bend and twist it. I think I'll stick with what I got. Thanks for taking the time
the eabster almost $2k for that? man, you got ripped off (joking, btw, haha)
I bet this would work well cleaning your refrigerator coils.
I have a dryer with the lint trap inside and I’ve been looking around for something to use to get lint out.
Just an FYI, if you can attach it to you shop vac you will get way more suction...
I have a lint eater I attached to my drill and then went outside and insert the round brush in the vent, before using I turned on the dryer on cool setting and then while cleaning the vent outside the air from dryer blew out the lint... Works good for Me..
What kind of vacuum cleaner is the small one? I need that!
i bet a used garden hose cut down to size would work too
It probably would!
some duck tape and you get the same results.
My opinion here but you need a brush/abrasive to rub the sides and coax lint off said sides to come out. The hose will only get the loose particles - better than nothing tho
You did make me freak-out....now I can't even imagine the lint that must be in my dryer!!!! Ugh. Now I have a weekend chore. But, that aside, thanks for the thorough review.
cool hurricane lint lizard as seen on tv did it work good james white
Well you could use the Lint Eater Jr. hooked up to a drill distort the lint then suck it up with the Lizard Jr. to get more of it out. Just my two cents.
I wanted to see what happened when you hooked the brush up to a drill.
Crowgrl Temprano lint storm lint everywhere
It's kinda fun and pretty satisfying to see all the lint that you get out with it. There's more in there than you think.
Rather than sucking the lint out, I always use a full size shop vacuum and blow the lint out. It works perfectly every time!
I have the front dryer vent. I'm looking for something flexible to go down into that and suck the lint out. That brush would have not worked. I have a smaller version of the brush and it doesn't work well. Thank you for showing this video.
I had the original lint lizard and the hose was so hard and would not unravel like you said. I bought it second hand new unopened but I thought it was the age that made the hose hard but apparently it was just the was it was. I would still prefer to take the dryer apart and clean it with a vacuum that way
I use my leaf blower from the outside in(have a 12 foot run) and seal a bag over the lint trap gets it really clean.
Can you test the clean step mat?
Great review! Going to venture off and try to get the lint out before spending money. Thanks
I have the original, and it works very good. It looks like the original, although I do have the curling problem, gets more out since it is a larger diameter tube.
You need to go in thru the rear exhaust too. Youll get more lint that way. Mine was AFU before. :)
I would never recommend this or any other vac attachments shoved into a machine blindly as these devices can make blockages worse and/or damage sensitive internal parts of the dryer. The best way to clean that model dryer is; unplug machine, remove the back, remove the lint shute which is just a few screws inside and two on top where the lint screen enters. There's always debris trapped in the bottom because of the shute tunnels design shape. This also gives you access to impeller wheel which should also be cleaned. Then reassemble making sure parts and screws go back to original positions and voila, good as new!
James, I have the same kind of dryer vent. If you could get one type of lint remover for your dryer, which would you get?
I remember buying the original Lint Lizard a few years ago. The hose adapter seemed bigger than the hurricane lizard. And yes, it was a pain to straighten up... LOL... It worked fine for the one time I used it. Think I paid $20 back then. Probably not worth it.
I have the old lint lizard. It works great but the hose isn't as flexible as the new one. They need to make one with the flex tube of the new one with the opening of the old one.
The hose adapter doesn't fit on to my vacuum. The hose won't vfit into my dryer . I have the first version and it did me no good.
What’s the vacuum you are using with it? I see shark brand?
Is the actual brand name actually sold somewhere?
I have one that I connect to a huge shop vac I just don’t know if it’s getting anything out I can’t see it picking up anything through the hose.. but it’s so small..
I have the original lint lizard, it actually worked pretty well.
I still have the old version And it works just fine the hoses the thicker than that one
Love the name...lol.....what is the hand held vacuum you were using?? (Looks neat...thanks!!)
That's the Shark IonFlex which I reviewed last year. :-)
I've had the lint lizard for several years now, and it is junk. The end of the flexible hose needs to be a stiff hose to reach down into the dryer. As it is designed now, the bendable part of the hose just bends and does not allow the hose to go deep enough to get all the lint!
We definitely need to clean ours out. Thanks for the reviews😃
Wow! I need to clean my dryer. I usually do this at least every three months. The Lint eater is what we usually use.
Me thinks it is time to do a review on a new washer and dryer set ... Ask TH-cam for a raise, or get Whirlpool to sponsor you giving a set away at 200k ... One last thing after cleaning out your lint, you need to be aware or atleast supervise the next 1 to 3 loads going thru the dryer. Because you disturbed the natural compaction flow, the areas lint collects are layered with moist lint as they dry your clothes. However now what is left is all fluffy and aerated, just ripe for the slightest spark. If a spark should happen, a flash fire takes place sending a fire ball out both ends of the vent, and it sounds like a cannon went off. The risk of an actual sustained fire is minimal because the fire ball clears out any possible lint left to fuel one.........
Well. Good. Now you have me buying a 4th Hurricane product. (no regrets 👍)
What kind if vacuum cleaner is that where can I buy it
I have old lint lizard big hose picks up more
I just found out that I have to clean the lint from my dryer... I have the same dryer but have always just cleaned the screen after each load. OMG. I must have a ton of lint in there. Quick! To the store!
Can you try using those gadgets to clean the refrigerator coils. I've been trying to figure a way to do that.
That would REALLY help me clean out my torts enclosure...coco coir is a lot like dirt or sand, hard as hell to get out by hand.