The area in and around my dryer is freezing cold, no doubt due to the cold air outside coming in through the dryer vent. I found that Lowe's carries a louvered cover that can be used to help keep the vent covered when the dryer is not in use, but it would not fit where my dryer vent comes outside...the cover fit over a round tube, but the outside of my vent has a rectangular shield over it. Any suggestions would be appreciated, as they could help me keep my home warm and cut heating costs. Thanks!
2007-01-17 14:27:36 · 8 answers · asked by dallas 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Of course I would like to be able to keep using my dryer when needed!
2007-01-17 14:43:22 · update #1
The magic of duct tape.
2007-01-17 14:38:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
The louvered cover is a dryer vent outlet, it is designed to be installed from the outside, secured to the outside wall, with the vent pipe secured to it on the inside with a clamp. the flap on this will be closed when the dryer is not in use, keeping the cold air out. It is a good idea to thoroughly clean the lint from the vent pipes before installing this.hope this is helpful
2007-01-17 15:23:51 · answer #2 · answered by JW 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a hose that has a open and close switch on it so when the dryer is not in use you can close it so that no cold air comes into your dryer also you can keep it close when your dryer is on so the dryer heat stays inside of your house also its a good idea to get some great stuff can insulation to spray around your dryer hose on the inside of your house, you really need to find one that will fit out side even if you have to make one good luck and stay warm......
2007-01-17 14:59:35 · answer #3 · answered by getatjayr 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is what my sister does, it's not Fancy, nor does it cost allot of money,but it does work. She gets a piece of thick felt material,and tacks it up in the front of the vent. That allows air to go out but not much air comes back in. You could use duct tape for a quick temporary fix, or you could tack it into place with upholstery tacks. She also puts it on the mail slot in the front door, which I would never have thought of. You could also use a small piece of carpet.Bye
2007-01-17 14:44:01 · answer #4 · answered by Sandyspacecase 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have someone in sheet metal{air cond service} make a reducer for it or instal an automatic one that closes when the dryer stops
2007-01-19 08:09:30 · answer #5 · answered by johnny black 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you take a piece of sheetmetal, cut it to fit, and make your own flapper? Flappers are not just for limiting air infiltration, they help keep rodents, snakes, and bugs out.
2007-01-17 14:50:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Exterior dryer vent w/damper.
2007-01-19 09:35:07 · answer #7 · answered by nope n 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
vent should have a flapper!
2007-01-17 14:44:26 · answer #8 · answered by Bonno 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋