I love that code has something to say about vent. But nothing about placement of water supply. Good luck shutting your water off in case of a leak.

Once you get it in the horizontal plane you could use a 45 . This will give a short cut , then use another 45 on the other end . two 45s are less restrictive than a 90, and there's probably several feet less pipe

Very valuable and timely. My challenge is doing this between 1st and 2nd floor. I REALLY appreciate this video!

In Canada you have to insulate your pipe in the attic and minimum 4 feet on the warm side ( inside the house ) by code You crimped end has to go towards the outside what you did is afire hasard. I’ve been in residential heating for over 40 years

Everyone says the water supply is not up to code. They say the exit through window of your dryer vent is not up to code. But guess what? They supply you with the accordion type vent, which you say is not up to code. I think you need to send this to the companies that make dryers.

Looks really good.. but I am thinking it would be best for all the 'crimped' ends of the duct go in the same direction of the air flow so that it won't catch lint ?

@Self-taught_Therapy

2 ай бұрын

Great idea! will apply towards future projects.

You’re the first video I’ve see that mentions taping the seam on the pipe. I would only tape seams on interior wall areas. Attic/crawl space piping don’t matter really unless it’s a conditioned space. I’m also impressed to see you seal around the penetration. I’d have used some spray foam myself but your method seems to work. Thanks for sharing.

If you have a long run like that on a dryer it will take forever for your clothes to dry.. instead of going through all that trouble to run a vent up through the Attic, just buy a good LG heat pump dryer and you will not need to run a vent. 50% more efficient than any electric or gas dryer and there is no need for a vent.

@Self-taught_Therapy

12 күн бұрын

I did not know that awesome thankyou so much.

You should look into long sweep 45 or 90s. More costly but better air flow (less flow loss).

you could probably use that as backer rod to hold the vent in place and then fill the void on the other side with spray foam, cut flush and use compound to fill that gap tight.

@Self-taught_Therapy

19 күн бұрын

Oh nice thanks

I would use 3M red fire rated barrier caulking for pipe penetration between floors (besides other suggestion above but already too late unless you want to redo) otherwise VERY useful info

your male female connections appear to be in the wrong direction

@Self-taught_Therapy

Жыл бұрын

Hey Tim, Thanks your 💯 correct the female connector is in the wrong direction it was so hot up in the attic lol. Easy fix.

What about the heat against the insulation? It’ll get hot after awhile

Backer rod at penetration may not meet code in many states.

One big thing is wrap that vent hose in insulation to prevent condensation and mold in your attic ! Might be too late already, and that small foam does not seal near good enough like if you got silicon and sealed it after.

@Self-taught_Therapy

Жыл бұрын

Hello thanks for the comment. Great idea and it make sense. Do you have a wrap brand you recommend?

@Furley293

4 ай бұрын

I've never seen something hot create condensation. I can't think of any examples where that happens.

I would use red fire foam.

question for you... I live in a condo and have an upstairs neighbor. I can't change out the flexible one with ease. Can I cover it by using the steel hard pipe as a brace?? Im renovating my laundry closet but don't know the best way to handle that transition hosing.

@Self-taught_Therapy

Жыл бұрын

Hello K.B! ADT is a DIY channel but ultimately seeks Professional opinion when possible. We appreciate the inquiry, to partly assist the hosing used should be one or the other. We recommend contacting the Landlord for safety and concern.

@k.b2457

Жыл бұрын

@@Self-taught_Therapy I own my unit. but I will most definitely seek a professional opinion

Hi, how can we contact you for business inquiry?

How much u charge to do this!?

@robsmith4884

2 ай бұрын

And would you charge more if you were wearing shoes with laces?