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If your dryer hose (that big accordion-like metal pipe that connects it to the wall) is longer than it should be, it has to work harder and use more energy to pump steam out of the machine. Over the course of a single cycle, this extra energy expenditure may not seem like much, but over time, this wasted energy can add up. By shortening the hose as much as possible, you can effectively reduce the amount of energy needed to dry a load of laundry. Not only will this save you money on utilities, but it will also extend the life of your dryer. Here’s how to shorten yours if it’s a little too long.
What you will need:
- Masking tape/painting tape
- Measuring tape
- Working gloves
- Sheet metal shears
How do you do that:
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Move the dryer away from the wall, far enough that you have enough space to work in the space more easily. Take a look at your gut. If it’s already pretty short and there’s not much slack anywhere, move the dryer back and grab a beer – you’re done.
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Take a close look at the vent hose and dryer duct for kinks, holes, and any other damage. If you find them, you may need to replace the hose completely. This is also a good time to clean the barrel of any lint/debris that has built up in it. Either way, the next step is to carefully remove the vent hose from the back of the dryer and the wall.
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Determine how much hose you need to trim. Get out that tape measure and calculate the distance between where your dryer usually sits (this will be different because you’ve pulled it out of the wall so far). Add a few inches to that measurement to provide enough space for the joint on both sides.
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Measure and mark your vent hose. Measure the distance you just calculated and mark it with a small tape. You can also use a marker, but drying tubes are relatively difficult to write on, so tape is better. Wrap it all the way around so you don’t have a problem cutting a straight edge.
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Cut the hose. Using your sheet metal snips (trust us, scissors won’t cut here), carefully cut the vent hose along the line you marked with the tape. And don’t forget your gloves – the thin metal hose often has very sharp edges after being cut.
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Carefully reattach the vent hose to the dryer and then attach it to the wall. If you are not already using dryer pipe clamps to seal the joint, we recommend that you get them. When both sides are reattached, move the dryer toward the wall as needed.
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