3-prong vs 4-prong dryer outlets
Electric dryers plug into a large 240-volt outlet. Count the holes and check the shape of the slots, and you will know which cord you need.
Standard dryer outlets (30 amp)
3-prong
Two slanted slots on top and an L-shaped slot at the bottom. Common in homes built before 1996.
4-prong
Two straight slots, an L-shaped slot on top and a round ground hole at the bottom. Required in homes built since 1996.
Which cord do I need?
The cord must match the outlet: a 3-hole outlet takes a 3-prong cord and a 4-hole outlet takes a 4-prong cord. Pick the matching option on the order form and we will install the right new cord. Both are included in the price.
Stove/range-style outlets (50 amp)
Some laundry rooms have a larger outlet that is the same type used for an electric stove or range. They look like the dryer outlets above, but bigger, and the slot that would be L-shaped is a straight, wider slot instead. There is a 3-prong and a 4-prong version:
Range-style 3-prong
Two slanted slots on top and a wide straight slot at the bottom.
Range-style 4-prong
Two straight slots, a wide straight slot on top and a round ground hole at the bottom.
These need a special range-style cord, which is $45. Choose “Range-style, 3-prong” or “Range-style, 4-prong” on the order form. We do not change outlets or wiring.
Not sure?
Choose “Not sure” on the order form and add a photo of the outlet. We will check it and bring the right cord.
Gas dryers
Gas dryers plug into a normal 120-volt wall outlet and connect to a gas line. See electric vs gas dryers.
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