I have a rental property that was built in 1948 without dryer connection. To add the dryer hookup, we need to update the breaker box to accommodate the 220v line, which we already hired a licensed electrician to do. After this, I guess we just need to dig a hole in the wall to drain the water out. Can this be done by DIY and how to do it?
2007-01-23 08:23:41 · 5 answers · asked by Zheng C 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Water??? Do you mean the hot air? If so, go to a Home Depost type of place and get a kit to install the pipe. They use either flexible plastic or aluminum. It is light gauge because there is no pressure to hold. It is usually 3 or 4 inch diameter. It is not galvanized, aluminum doesn't need that.
You will get a piece to replace a pane in a window. It will probably be metal with a piece of rigid pipe going through it. That pipe will have a flap on it to keep animals out.
The plastic pipe, if you use that, is held on with clamps. The metal pipe is screwed on. No, the screws don't cause a problem.
It is definately a DIY project if you have average skills.
2007-01-23 13:29:13 · answer #1 · answered by DSM Handyman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the fast answer is confident. The washer hook up has a warm and chilly water grant and a drain, that's what you elect for a sink. you may the two eliminate the washer and setting up the sink or reckoning on the obtainable area, a solid plumber could be waiting to piggy back the sink alongside with the washer. If there is not any room obtainable to function a sink, you need to evaluate going from a generic length washer and dryer to a stacking set. that could circulate away you approximately 28" of area, lots to do a wall fixed sink or one in an extremely small base cupboard.
2016-12-12 18:40:35 · answer #2 · answered by claypoole 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is just the dryer, then your vent should require a 4'' pipe to the outside. Metal galvanized pipe is most typically used. Be sure to tape it only with duct tape, no screws, they catch lint and cause blockage. Be sure to be far enough away from windows, meters, air conditioners, ect. Do not exceed 25' in length.
2007-01-23 08:50:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It can be done by a DIYer. Go to Home Depot and read those books for sale right there in the store or go talk to the plumbing associate. He will be able to get you all your materials and give instruction. Good Luck.
2007-01-23 08:31:01 · answer #4 · answered by redbird 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no sorry
2007-01-27 03:44:09 · answer #5 · answered by jerry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋