Install a Dryer Side Vent When Space Is Limited
In some homes the dryer vent cannot easily exit from the back of the dryer. This is common when the dryer is located in a laundry closet, tight laundry room, or against a wall where the ductwork runs to the side instead of straight back.
In these situations a dryer side vent installation can be the best solution.
Some dryer models are designed with knockout panels on the sides of the cabinet, allowing the exhaust duct to be redirected from the rear of the dryer to the left or right side. This allows the dryer vent hose to connect directly to ductwork located beside the dryer instead of forcing the hose to bend sharply behind the appliance.
A properly installed side vent can help prevent:
• Crushed or kinked dryer vent hoses
• Restricted airflow behind the dryer
• Excess lint buildup caused by poor airflow
• Dryers overheating due to blocked exhaust
Side venting can also make it possible to push the dryer closer to the wall, which is often necessary in laundry closets where space is limited.
When a Dryer Side Vent Is Needed
A dryer side vent is often useful in situations such as:
• Laundry closets where the dryer cannot vent straight out the back
• Homes where the dryer duct exits through the side wall next to the appliance
• Tight laundry rooms where the vent hose would otherwise be crushed
• Installations where the dryer cannot be pushed back far enough to close closet doors
Instead of routing the dryer vent hose around the back of the dryer and risking airflow restrictions, a side vent outlet allows a direct connection to the ductwork.
Dryer Side Vent Kit Installation
Installing a dryer side vent kit is more involved than many homeowners realize. The dryer must be partially disassembled in order to properly install the internal vent ducting.
Typical installation steps include:
• Removing the dryer front panel
• Removing the drum assembly
• Disconnecting the existing rear vent duct
• Installing the side vent duct kit
• Securing the duct to the blower housing
• Sealing connections with foil HVAC tape
Because the installation requires working inside the dryer cabinet, it is important that the ducting is installed securely and routed correctly to avoid airflow restrictions.
Custom Dryer Side Vent Kits
At Dryer Vent Cleaner, we can supply and install custom dryer side vent kits designed for your specific installation.
In many cases we fabricate the vent connection so the dryer can connect cleanly to the existing ductwork without sharp bends or airflow restrictions.
Proper dryer vent routing helps the dryer operate more efficiently and reduces lint buildup inside the duct system.
Professional Dryer Side Vent Installation
If your laundry room has limited space or the vent duct exits beside the dryer, installing a side vent outlet may be the best solution.
Dryer Vent Cleaner provides professional dryer vent services throughout:
Hamilton
Burlington
Oakville
St. Catharines
Grimsby
Beamsville
Stoney Creek
Niagara Region
Call 905-966-0838 to schedule dryer side vent installation.
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