Dryer Vent Duct

Laundry · Moderate

The exhaust path from dryer to outside. Lint buildup is a leading house-fire cause — rigid or semi-rigid metal duct is the code-compliant choice, never vinyl.

Tools you may need

• Screwdriver or 4-in clamp
• Duct brush kit
• Vacuum

Steps

1. 1Unplug the dryer and pull it out from the wall.
2. 2Loosen the clamp and detach the old duct from dryer and wall.
3. 3Clean the wall pipe run with a duct brush and vacuum the lint.
4. 4Clamp the new duct on with minimal length and bends, then run a test dry.

Maintenance

Clean the duct run quarterly and the outside vent flap seasonally. (Suggested interval: every 3 months.)