Install Flexible Metal Dryer Vent

These step by step directions walk you through the tough parts.

Install flexible metal dryer vent.

The ridged design of these ducts however tends to pose a fire. The solution is to install a rigid metal vent pipe. The first step of installing a dryer vent in a new location is to map out a path for the ductwork. To install a flexible dryer vent hose start by measuring the distance between your dryer s exhaust port and the outdoor vent hood.

Mark this measurement on your vent hose and using snippers cut through the marked area. 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. Its smooth interior creates very little air resistance which makes the dryer more efficient and discourages lint buildup. In recent decades it s been common practice for homeowners to use flexible vinyl or metal tubing in dryer vent installation.

Rigid metal vents are safer than flexible plastic and metal types which catch more lint require more cleaning and can retard airflow. Check your manufacturer s instructions on how to install a dryer vent for longer distances. To speed up clothes drying and prevent lint build up install a smooth metal dryer vent. The route should be as short as possible but there are other guidelines to follow when venting a dryer.