These are great! Very useful. Keep in mind, though.... HD dryers have a sensor telling the machine if the air flow is slow in exiting. This will cause the temp to go down as a precaution. I got a new house with an HD. I put one of these vents on the back, as with all of my previous dryers. Eventually I noticed that the dryer wasn't getting very hot. Finally, after taking 2 hours to dry a load of towels.... I called a repairman. he told me that there is an air flow sensor in most HD units. Mine sensed a slower flow due to the sharp turn, and automatically lowered the temp. He put a normal vent tube on it and I had my hot air back! it is not a danger with the air flow, while using the unit shown in the video. It's the high tech idiots who have to add all the BS on the new appliances. So if your temp goes down a bit after installing one, take it off, put a normal one on (with dryer pulled away from wall) and see if there's a difference... before calling a $100/visit from repairman.
While you’re at it you better repair that dryer cable that’s hanging out of the connector on the back of the dryer. The inner conductors are exposed. (1:03)😊
I used this connector in my recent laundry renovation. Certainly not cheap but it is easy to install, works really well and will minimize lint buildup. A great product!!
Dude are you fricking kidding me...that is sooooo slick and I want one !!!! Mine looks pretty much like the before picture and it has always made me a little uncomfortable....not only from a safety perspective but how it looks too. I had no idea they made these things. Already have it in my shopping list. Excellent installation video too brother. Well done !!!
@@benburnett8109 I don't see why at all. Having the hose all bent and coiled around is a lot more unsafe. Still getting one. It's in my wish list already.
I like the magnet idea. I had this situation with my dryer and I moved the vent opening on the dryer to the side of the dryer instead of the back. Was super easy to do on my unit.
The plus is that you’re a lot more likely to clean the vent if it comes off that easy. My vent is taped onto my dryer and I hate taking it apart to clean it. Those damn inserts never line up.
I did this using traditional solid dryer ducting. I just made sure the dryer exhaust perfectly lined up with the drier duct coming out of the wall. Then I carefully slid the dryver back until it was fully connected.
Looks much better with the MV. The dryer vent is a point of ingress for rats and mice. I would recommend a bead of silicon around the vent where it meets the wall. And (as you said) a screen or vent cover on the outside ,
Mine not only goes to the wall, it goes up the outside of the wall into a hole in the ceiling and then empties out into the space under the roof of my family room. Doesn't even vent out to the outside. What a great builder.
It's really dangerous get that fixed! Plus the damp lint and humidity in the exhaust is going into the soffit of your roof and will cause damage to the rafters and plywood on the roof.
@@rjb6327 It will be very easy to fix when you are building your new house...............AFTER YOUVE BURNT THE OLD HOUSE TO THE GROUND. Because your new house will be forced to follow code. Good luck. Hope you have FANTASTIC HOME OWNERS INSURANCE
Thats ridiculous. You r sending warm moist air into your attic. There are many ways to fix this. All of them too much for you since you know about and havent done anything about it
Man you’re videos are the best! Keep up the great work. Your videos are so informative and easy to follow. I’m sure I can speak on behalf of your followers, thank you! Keep up the excellent work.
? @traybern Irregardless of the commenters fo paw, do you think you're comment is going to correct there behavior???? Their, I put as many question marks as you did exclamation points. Have a good day! And @Fixthis House, great video!!
Installed one of these vents about a month ago. It was relatively simple. I did have to make a box to space it from the wall to give me a straight shot to the exit. After running the first load, the first thing I noticed was that I no longer need to run the dryer two cycles to get blue jeans dry. I am sure that this will have a possitive impact on my electric bill. I was also able to use rigid vent pipe rather than a tangle of flex duct. The smooth interior surface doesn't collect lint nearly as fast as the flex due to the reduction of turbulencent within the duct. The magnet that connects the dryer to the vent makes pullin out and putting back the dryer so easy. Ingegenious idea that relly works. While I had the dryer pulled out I decided to take the back off and clean out the lint trap. It wasn't bad but I found the seal between the lint trap and the blower fan had deteriorated so I ordered a new one and installed it. Other than that, I found nothing else that needed attention. This is a high quality product. The metal isn't flimsy and the design is well engineered. The $68.00 price will pay for itself in a month from the reduced electric bill. Thanks for the heads up on this product.
@@jameslastname9171 No, you’re supposed to do it twice each year but most homeowners don’t. They go years without cleaning it, which usually isn’t that big of a deal with the old style. Once you start putting in right angles though, that changes things drastically.
That sharp 90 degree bend will affect air flow especially if you happen to have a long vent pipe run to outside wall. But I can see how in certain situations it would be a good choice. I would like to know if the magnetic connection has different designs to choose from.
Took me about 30 seconds of video to buy one of these. The wall mount goes first at dryer height then you decide path out. For years I’ve had a scary mix of periscope and flex running up and back down to similar location to yours. This ends leaks, fear and dries better I’m sure and is not ugly. Thanks
Thanks for introducing me to this product. I rent and install my own laundry units, so this is something I will consider, particularly when my appliances are in tight spaces to ensure exhaust vents are tight.
it looks like a good replacement for that flex vent. I went one better. when I redid the siding on my house, I installed my vent so I could fit the fitting on the dryer directly into the exterior vent.
This is great. I always use the back sides of a dryer, there usually are 1 knock out on each side. I try to put the dryer on the side of the vent. I then take out the 4" knock out and run the vent from inside the dryer. This forms a elbow on the inside of the dryer shooting out toward the direction of the outside vent. I then change the gas piping so it can have the dryer position in the back within 2" or less to the back wall. I prefer front load washers with this set up so we can install a work space top on the top of the set for work projects that always come up.
I'm venting my dryer into the wash room in winter and into the garage in summer as it is right beside the house. The warm, moist air helps warm the house in winter and we only do 2 loads a week.
My challenge is adapting this Magvent system to a wall vent that is approximately 4.5 feet above the floor. Question: Can you have the wall attachment (near the floor) rotated so that the exhaust portion points about 45 degrees up? Other ideas? Thanks for a great lesson.
I understand that show and tell gets a bit tricky on videos like this, but in this case, the existing out adapter at the dryer may already be the best option. Maybe cut down the flex hose a foot or so and route more direct instead of the loop.
that initial 90 degree turn it makes will need you to clean it out about every 6 months. But hey at least it "looks good" behind a dryer........................
That's a very cool 90 degree solution. But do you know that most driers have the option to exit on the side, making the 90 degree turn inside the dryer?
Thank you. I need to do something because what I have right now is not working. I have a lot of hose because I have to get enough hose so when I pull out the dryer I need extra long hose.
You mentioned in the video that this product was only good for electric dryers, is it due to the higher heat caused by gas drier, if you know? Do they make one for gas dryers and if so, what model is it? Thanks for the video.
When it comes to dryer venting, if it isn't creating a problem, don't touch it, and if the dryer is in an accessible location, don't bother with trying to change the venting. The only reason I would use a magnetic coupling like this is if the dryer is not accessible for service (like squeezed between a wall on the left and a cabinet on the right) and you can't get your hands in to connect venting otherwise.
Those 90’s have acute bends, wonder how modern machines with numerous flow sensors would work with that? Our LG flow sensors trigger at the slightest restriction
The last step - where it clicks with magnets together... how hard is it to uncouple it? Will just pulling the dryer out work? I worry about the corregated aluminum section. 1. Trapping lint and 2. Stretching out to the full 12" long you said it was before the magnets will uncouple. Wouldn't a straight short piece of metal ducting solve both problems? Though I understand the kit comes with the flexible aluminum venting tube.
Would there be more back pressure due to more 90 degrees bend? It would be better if the adapter has a more gradual bend, but then it sit farther out from the wall.
Hi! When I tested the airflow from outside the outside air increased! Resulting in better venting and airflow 👍🏽😊, you have to try it to believe it 🙏🏽😊
You might be increasing friction with right angles. Sure, it looks better, but does it vent better? 45 degrees and curved is better than 90 degrees, but I’m mixed on this. Interesting approach nonetheless. Thanks!
FTH.....good job..... but will the magnetic coupling hold a seal in all condition ? Doesn't magnetic add to the static charge that can and does accumulate? Very generous thanks for sharing
novel idea and solves the problem of the crazy awkward duct. However, pushing as close to the wall as possible needs to be easier. If you shorten the piece on the dryer maybe this can be accomplished.
Amazing product! I really respect your work ethics and love how you explain every detail. Your videos are always enjoyable to watch and learn from. Thank you and keep up the great work
Sharp 90's significantly decrease the air flow. You want a long radius 90 if you can find one. Smoother the inside of the vent pipe the better the air flow and less lint clogging. Smooth pipe is the best. Ever notice that every dryer vents from the bottom and none higher or on the side?
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Why cannot this be used with a gas dryer?
Might want to fix the electrical strain connector on the dryer, the connector goes over the outer jacket of the cord, not the individual wires.
Saw that right away. Good call
HA! First thing too.
First thing I caught too.
Yeah, that speaks to the value of THIS channel. I'm OUTTA' HERE!!!!
As an electrician that was one hell of a trigger
These are great! Very useful. Keep in mind, though.... HD dryers have a sensor telling the machine if the air flow is slow in exiting. This will cause the temp to go down as a precaution. I got a new house with an HD. I put one of these vents on the back, as with all of my previous dryers. Eventually I noticed that the dryer wasn't getting very hot. Finally, after taking 2 hours to dry a load of towels.... I called a repairman. he told me that there is an air flow sensor in most HD units. Mine sensed a slower flow due to the sharp turn, and automatically lowered the temp. He put a normal vent tube on it and I had my hot air back! it is not a danger with the air flow, while using the unit shown in the video. It's the high tech idiots who have to add all the BS on the new appliances. So if your temp goes down a bit after installing one, take it off, put a normal one on (with dryer pulled away from wall) and see if there's a difference... before calling a $100/visit from repairman.
While you’re at it you better repair that dryer cable that’s hanging out of the connector on the back of the dryer. The inner conductors are exposed. (1:03)😊
Improperly attached strain relief, 👍
It’s actually the insulative sheathing for the inner wires that’s exposed, but those shouldn’t be, either.
Just installed the MagVent 90. Thanks for the great video. I'm extremely pleased with the new look!
The even and detailed explanation is greatly appreciated. Your videos are very helpful. Thank you.
Thank you so much! 🙏🏽 I’m glad I could be of help!
*Fake praise account..*
I used this connector in my recent laundry renovation. Certainly not cheap but it is easy to install, works really well and will minimize lint buildup.
A great product!!
Dude are you fricking kidding me...that is sooooo slick and I want one !!!! Mine looks pretty much like the before picture and it has always made me a little uncomfortable....not only from a safety perspective but how it looks too. I had no idea they made these things. Already have it in my shopping list. Excellent installation video too brother. Well done !!!
ITs a code violation in the majority of states.
@@benburnett8109 I don't see why at all. Having the hose all bent and coiled around is a lot more unsafe. Still getting one. It's in my wish list already.
@Alan_Edwards awesome just make sure it is code compliant in your area.
@@benburnett8109 I would not even know how to go about doing that TBH. I'll never be selling this house so I can take my chances.
I like the magnet idea. I had this situation with my dryer and I moved the vent opening on the dryer to the side of the dryer instead of the back. Was super easy to do on my unit.
I just installed one of these. The connection was only $50. Best, cleanest dryer installation Ive ever done. 👍.
The plus is that you’re a lot more likely to clean the vent if it comes off that easy. My vent is taped onto my dryer and I hate taking it apart to clean it. Those damn inserts never line up.
I installed one of these last year and it made installation soooooo easy! Cleaning is now super simple, too. Well worth every penny.
Lol
I did this using traditional solid dryer ducting. I just made sure the dryer exhaust perfectly lined up with the drier duct coming out of the wall. Then I carefully slid the dryver back until it was fully connected.
I have used solid duct with L at dryer for over 20 years with no problems. I do not tape it, so it is easier to clean duct annually.
I"ve been using magvent for a few years. I have it on two dryers. It works GREAT!!!
XD so does my old metal hose.
I put it on 7 years ago and never had to touch it once.
Looks much better with the MV. The dryer vent is a point of ingress for rats and mice. I would recommend a bead of silicon around the vent where it meets the wall. And (as you said) a screen or vent cover on the outside ,
Th an you so much for the advice my friend 🙏🏽😊
Mine not only goes to the wall, it goes up the outside of the wall into a hole in the ceiling and then empties out into the space under the roof of my family room. Doesn't even vent out to the outside. What a great builder.
It's really dangerous get that fixed! Plus the damp lint and humidity in the exhaust is going into the soffit of your roof and will cause damage to the rafters and plywood on the roof.
@@houpteeI know, but easier said then done.
@@rjb6327 It will be very easy to fix when you are building your new house...............AFTER YOUVE BURNT THE OLD HOUSE TO THE GROUND. Because your new house will be forced to follow code. Good luck. Hope you have FANTASTIC HOME OWNERS INSURANCE
Thats ridiculous. You r sending warm moist air into your attic. There are many ways to fix this. All of them too much for you since you know about and havent done anything about it
@@clarkpalace I'm 81. You want to come to my house and fix it for me?
Excellent video. Much appreciated. Brilliant method of connecting vent hose. Things done right.
Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊
Nice product, clean install. I will try one next time I need to pull my dryer
Thank you so much!
Man you’re videos are the best! Keep up the great work. Your videos are so informative and easy to follow. I’m sure I can speak on behalf of your followers, thank you! Keep up the excellent work.
Thank you so much for all the love and support! 🙏🏽😊
? @traybern Irregardless of the commenters fo paw, do you think you're comment is going to correct there behavior???? Their, I put as many question marks as you did exclamation points. Have a good day! And @Fixthis House, great video!!
*Fake praise comment.. So obvious. Stop kissing your own ass..*
@traybern itS A BOT. This comment section is full of bots designed to give supportive comments.
Good to know about. In my current situation, the traditional vent hose still works best.
Aesthetically & functional is always better than flying by the seat of my pants. Great effort and nice job!
Installed one of these vents about a month ago. It was relatively simple. I did have to make a box to space it from the wall to give me a straight shot to the exit. After running the first load, the first thing I noticed was that I no longer need to run the dryer two cycles to get blue jeans dry. I am sure that this will have a possitive impact on my electric bill. I was also able to use rigid vent pipe rather than a tangle of flex duct. The smooth interior surface doesn't collect lint nearly as fast as the flex due to the reduction of turbulencent within the duct. The magnet that connects the dryer to the vent makes pullin out and putting back the dryer so easy. Ingegenious idea that relly works.
While I had the dryer pulled out I decided to take the back off and clean out the lint trap. It wasn't bad but I found the seal between the lint trap and the blower fan had deteriorated so I ordered a new one and installed it. Other than that, I found nothing else that needed attention.
This is a high quality product. The metal isn't flimsy and the design is well engineered. The $68.00 price will pay for itself in a month from the reduced electric bill. Thanks for the heads up on this product.
Great video! I was gonna answer, but you did for me😂😂. Great video!!
Now you have a great choke point for lint to gather. That’s how dryer fires start.
And that’s why he does annual maintenance
@@jameslastname9171 No, you’re supposed to do it twice each year but most homeowners don’t. They go years without cleaning it, which usually isn’t that big of a deal with the old style. Once you start putting in right angles though, that changes things drastically.
Next up on TH-cam: denied Insurance claims
*Yea this guy is a moron..*
Exactly.
That sharp 90 degree bend will affect air flow especially if you happen to have a long vent pipe run to outside wall. But I can see how in certain situations it would be a good choice. I would like to know if the magnetic connection has different designs to choose from.
I was wondering the same thing. How will that sharp turn affect the airflow vs the curvilinear path otherwise taken.
I have solid ducts with 3 90 degree Al’s. No problem. Less dust collects than with flex.
@@obifox6356 Thanks for the input.
Nice product, great description and expert installation.
Thank you very much! 🙏🏽😊
Awesome i love the new mv180 and the mv90
Both are awesome! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽
Took me about 30 seconds of video to buy one of these. The wall mount goes first at dryer height then you decide path out. For years I’ve had a scary mix of periscope and flex running up and back down to similar location to yours. This ends leaks, fear and dries better I’m sure and is not ugly. Thanks
Heat degrades magnets, Google it.
Thanks for introducing me to this product. I rent and install my own laundry units, so this is something I will consider, particularly when my appliances are in tight spaces to ensure exhaust vents are tight.
This was another good video. I’m not sure if this is the solution to my problem, but am definitely going to do some measuring. Thanks again!
Freaking brilliant! Thank you for sharing!!
it looks like a good replacement for that flex vent. I went one better. when I redid the siding on my house, I installed my vent so I could fit the fitting on the dryer directly into the exterior vent.
I used this setup a few years ago, works great.
That was a great job, explained perfectly clearly! And boy does it look better! Thanks!
Great video, I do believe I will invest in one of these!
This is great. I always use the back sides of a dryer, there usually are 1 knock out on each side. I try to put the dryer on the side of the vent. I then take out the 4" knock out and run the vent from inside the dryer. This forms a elbow on the inside of the dryer shooting out toward the direction of the outside vent. I then change the gas piping so it can have the dryer position in the back within 2" or less to the back wall. I prefer front load washers with this set up so we can install a work space top on the top of the set for work projects that always come up.
I'm venting my dryer into the wash room in winter and into the garage in summer as it is right beside the house.
The warm, moist air helps warm the house in winter and we only do 2 loads a week.
That's probably okay with an electric dryer. But with gas, you're venting toxic fumes into your house then. Not smart.
@@markbloyd9852Electric
Wish I had watched this (and ordred the Magvent) before I struggled to connect my dryer vent last night
My challenge is adapting this Magvent system to a wall vent that is approximately 4.5 feet above the floor. Question: Can you have the wall attachment (near the floor) rotated so that the exhaust portion points about 45 degrees up? Other ideas? Thanks for a great lesson.
I understand that show and tell gets a bit tricky on videos like this, but in this case, the existing out adapter at the dryer may already be the best option. Maybe cut down the flex hose a foot or so and route more direct instead of the loop.
$68 for a vent and another $15 for ducting? Nah.. the old stuff works just fine.
Amazing! I'm going to do that to my dryer!
Been looking for a solution for years. Thanks
I love it. I installed MV-180. Looks great and easy to clean.
that initial 90 degree turn it makes will need you to clean it out about every 6 months.
But hey at least it "looks good" behind a dryer........................
Looks great! also, it should be must safer with no kinks to build up dryer lint…thank you!😊
Thank you! I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
Love your channel but the one on my dryer goes though the floor. Is there one that works for the floor. Thanks!
That's a very cool 90 degree solution. But do you know that most driers have the option to exit on the side, making the 90 degree turn inside the dryer?
That one with magnet you could build it into the wall and would be a way cleaner install
I hope that is a test dryer because the electrical cable going into the driver has no shielding protecting the exposed internal wires.
Yes, that is a serious hazard the way it is currently terminated. Love the vent connection though!
Definitely going to buy this one
nice, clean job.
Thank you. I need to do something because what I have right now is not working. I have a lot of hose because I have to get enough hose so when I pull out the dryer I need extra long hose.
this product really looked good
Thank you! It does look good! 👍🏽😊
Its behind the dryer? Nobody see's it?
Great video! Very helpful! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for watching my friend! 🙏🏽😊
Are these also available for Gas dryers?
Yes you can use these on gas dryers. The "Fix this House" guy corrected himself and said you can use on both. Read further down.
You mentioned in the video that this product was only good for electric dryers, is it due to the higher heat caused by gas drier, if you know? Do they make one for gas dryers and if so, what model is it?
Thanks for the video.
Hi! My mistake, it’s good for both 👍🏽😊
we just bought a ventless heat pump dryer. dry time is a little longer but really not that noticeable
Excellent, sold, thanks. Been wanting to upgrade this.
Thank you my friend! Glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
@@FixThisHouse YOu are aware that you are selling a device that is a code violation in 95% of homes and apartments??
LOL, anesthetic-ally pleasing. I can't feel a thing!
I would think the 90* angle would be restrictive to flow and a lint catcher?
It works as long as no one installs a fixed shelf above the dryer blocking the view of the back. A removable shelf would work.
When it comes to dryer venting, if it isn't creating a problem, don't touch it, and if the dryer is in an accessible location, don't bother with trying to change the venting. The only reason I would use a magnetic coupling like this is if the dryer is not accessible for service (like squeezed between a wall on the left and a cabinet on the right) and you can't get your hands in to connect venting otherwise.
It's a work of art! Great video.
Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊
*Fake praise comment as usual.*
@LunarTikOfficial what do you mean? I truly enjoyed watching the video and believe it was informative.
I'm about to do something similar. To minimize the gap between dryer and the wall, can I cut in to the drywall?
Nice job. My dryer goes directly into the wall behind it-no 90 degree involved.
Thank you for this video!
Thank you for the love and support! 🙏🏽😊
Those 90’s have acute bends, wonder how modern machines with numerous flow sensors would work with that? Our LG flow sensors trigger at the slightest restriction
Brilliant configuration brilliantly explained. Thank you.
The last step - where it clicks with magnets together... how hard is it to uncouple it? Will just pulling the dryer out work? I worry about the corregated aluminum section. 1. Trapping lint and 2. Stretching out to the full 12" long you said it was before the magnets will uncouple. Wouldn't a straight short piece of metal ducting solve both problems? Though I understand the kit comes with the flexible aluminum venting tube.
Thank you.
Got one of thees Magvents and I love it.
I can’t see behind my dryer to worry about how nice and clean it looks but looks like a good alternative if you think it’s worth the cost.
That's friggen cool!!
Love it I’m a woman by herself. This is great for me.
I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊
Thanks!
Would there be more back pressure due to more 90 degrees bend? It would be better if the adapter has a more gradual bend, but then it sit farther out from the wall.
Hi! When I tested the airflow from outside the outside air increased! Resulting in better venting and airflow 👍🏽😊, you have to try it to believe it 🙏🏽😊
@@FixThisHouse I think it might be better because the original tube has at least two bends before exiting. I suppose one bend is better than 2+ bends.
When you drill the dry wall anchors, don't you want to check for gas/copper pipes so you don't accidentally puncture them?
You might be increasing friction with right angles. Sure, it looks better, but does it vent better? 45 degrees and curved is better than 90 degrees, but I’m mixed on this. Interesting approach nonetheless. Thanks!
Dyers do bounce and jump around and that 90 fitting needs a better sweep for flow
Excellent video !!
FTH.....good job..... but will the magnetic coupling hold a seal in all condition ? Doesn't magnetic add to the static charge that can and does accumulate? Very generous thanks for sharing
Looks good, maybe trim the connection at dryer to get it closer to wall. Too bad they are soo expensive in Canada.
Thank you for the advice! 🙏🏽😊
Family, it looks good.
How long will the magnets last; clamps last a long long time. Clamps you show are awesome and I just ordered some.
Looks awesome thanks for the tip.
novel idea and solves the problem of the crazy awkward duct. However, pushing as close to the wall as possible needs to be easier. If you shorten the piece on the dryer maybe this can be accomplished.
Amazing product!
I really respect your work ethics and love how you explain every detail.
Your videos are always enjoyable to watch and learn from.
Thank you and keep up the great work
Nice dryer vent system oh I noticed the dryer cable is not in connector could be a problem
Fix That stress relief on the power cord.
Nice job. Thanks for posting
I'd be verifying the strain relief on the power cord
Thank you for sharing. Love it.
Thanks good job sir👍🏻
Thank you for watching 🙏🏽😊
Sharp 90's significantly decrease the air flow.
You want a long radius 90 if you can find one.
Smoother the inside of the vent pipe the better the air flow and less lint clogging.
Smooth pipe is the best.
Ever notice that every dryer vents from the bottom and none higher or on the side?
Wonderful wonderful wonderful thank you
Can you connect dryer vent to furnace vent chimney ?
Very nice and neat but at $75 plus it’s not for me.
$69 on Amazon, but still too pricey for me.
good job 👍
I love the upgrade! Good tutorial. 👍
What do you recommend for a stack-able washer / dryer combo with the dryer on top?
LOOKING VERY GOOD AMIGO