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As long as you have a location that’s protected from sun and rain, moving your washer and dryer to the back porch is a good way to free up room in the house. You’ll have to do some plumbing and electrical work to get them there, and because most dryers require 240-volt power, the electrical work isn’t trivial.Click to see full answer. Also know, is it safe to leave a clothes dryer on when not home?Do not leave a dryer running if you leave home or when you go to bed. Never dry items that have come in contact with flammable substances, such as cooking oil, gasoline, and paint thinner, or alcohol. Keep the dryer area clear of things that can burn, such as boxes or clothing.Secondly, will a dryer still work if it gets rained on? 1 Answer. Dryers are designed for dry locations , but with that said they are usually close to a water supply and drain. I have not seen a dryer that if wiped dry would not be fine to run after getting some rain. Or being doused by an overflowing drain / washer supply line that bursts. Beside above, can a washing machine be stored outside? Perhaps you are storing a washer and dryer outside or in an unheated basement. Washing machines, even if they are not in use, have residual water in the hoses and pump that are liable to freeze in cold weather. When water freezes, it expands, and expanding water in a washing machine can damage the pump or inlet valves.How common are dryer fires? Facts about home clothes dryer fires 2,900 home clothes dryer fires are reported each year and cause an estimated 5 deaths, 100 injuries, and $35 million in property loss. Failure to clean the dryer (34 percent) is the leading cause of home clothes dryer fires.

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