Dryer Venting Options

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Dryer venting options.

Indoor venting should never be used for gas clothes dryers for health and safety reasons but it s possible with electric dryers. A damper opens to let air from the dryer out but stays closed when the dryer is off. For pricing and availability. The solution is to install a rigid metal vent pipe.

Vent hood this simple angled hood is shaped much like the vent hood above your cooking range. It blows air 360 degrees backwards blasting the lint loose and blowing it outside. Made of flexible aluminum foil this is the most common type of dryer transition ducts those that connect from the appliance to the main duct that runs to the outdoors. It allows you to push your dryer flush against the wall eliminating a 45 to 90 degree angle in the dryer vent pipe.

Use a section of vent pipe to mark a circle where the opening will be from inside of your home. The underside is protected with either a damper or a grill. Foil duct can accordion from about 1 to 8 feet which is usually enough for most installations. It also protects the wall from heat and from condensation and moisture which can cause mold growth.

New aroma trees dryer vent bird stop dryer vent grill pest guard stops birds nesting in dryer vents customizable 3 8 the plastic louvered vent cover not included. Snap to vent master dryer vent connector kit indoor hook up dryer vent kit. Recessed dryer vent box a recessed dryer vent box is a recessed metal box that fits into your wall behind your dryer. These collect lint which poses a fire hazard.

We replaced an 8 foot long plastic flex hose with a smooth metal vent and shaved 10 minutes off the drying time of a full load of clothes. It s wise to hire a licensed electrician or appliance repair person. Indoor venting can be a practical option for electric clothes dryers without outside access. Dryer vent cleaning is a very real commercial trade and the contracted work is sometimes described as routine and problem cleaning.

Lambro indoor hook up dryer vent kit. The lint is caught in a special bag. Avoid vent hoods covered with a grill or screen. For pricing and availability.

Imperial indoor hook up dryer vent kit. Its smooth interior creates very little air resistance which makes the dryer more efficient and discourages lint buildup. When installing a dryer vent for laundry centers in basement locations keep in mind that the vent hood on the exterior of your home must be at least 12 inches from the ground.