[Greenbuilding] Dryer vent backdraft solutions

[Ron Cascio]

I've been using the Heartland dryer vent kit for decades, with good results. About to install one on a project this week, when it stops raining. I suggest an annual clearing, which is easy. 

The Tamtech backdraft damper looks like it would lint up, and be a problem to clear.

Ron
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Rob Dickinson 
  To: Green Building 
  Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 11:49 PM
  Subject: [Greenbuilding] Dryer vent backdraft solutions


  I'm curious what people like for backdraft protection for exterior dryer vents


  I've seen some positive reviews about the Heartland Dryer Vent Closure -- see the following link -- and would be curious if anyone on this list has experience with it.   See: http://www.amazon.com/HEARTLAND-21000-Dryer-Vent-Closure/dp/B00009W3I4


  I've also read the marketing info on the Tamarack Technologies (www.tamtech.com) Cape Backdraft Damper, which seems like a good idea and well designed product.  See: http://www.tamtech.com/store/one-way-air-flow-valve-6-duct,Product.asp


  Seiho Intl. makes high quality dryer vents with backdraft dampers, but I have no idea how effective the backdraft protection is.  I would much rather have an ugly vent that really prevented backdrafts than a beautiful one that only works ok.


  Any ideas or suggestions welcome.


  Rob




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