Clear and simple explanation of how to get it done. I think an important thing to remember is to try to locate a dryer exhaust as far away from an outside A/C unit as you can. Lint blowing out of the dryer vent can clog up an A/C condenser unit in no time at all! Greetings from the USA. Enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing.
WOW that is a hard work way of doing it. I use a 3/8 diameter long drill bit to make a pilot hole from the inside sloping downwards by about 10 degrees right to the outside. There will be a little spalling on the outside brick but that does not matter. Then I use a 4in drill bit with its own internal 3/8 bit which sticks a couple of inches past the end to follow the pilot hole I have already made. The hole is very neat and exactly to size and as it is done in a single action the alignment is exact. Push through solid pipe and then screw covers etc and fill to prevent water ingress. The large drills make the job much quicker and the finish neater. They are not that expensive, I think they can probably be rented but my set includes additional sizes for sink/dishwasher drains and armoured electric cables. It is amazing how many holes you end up drilling into a house.
Absolutely awesome stuff. Well edited to keep from being overly long but without skipping any important steps. Some great advice on what tools to use and the tips about putting a screw in to grip and drilling the hole slightly downhill are excellent. Finally, a likeable and clear host. As someone who's just bought their first house, this was an easy subscribe!
Excellent, thanks! One can also use duct seal putty to seal around the vent, which has the advantage of being easier to remove if the vent gets damaged and needs to be replaced. Important to make sure it's sealed very well at the top, because if there's leakage at the top and a good seal at the bottom that will trap moisture in the wall.
Those white vinyl hoses are now against code in the USA. You have to use the metallic dryer hose now. The white ones are a fire hazard. Otherwise, great instructional video.
I agree wickedmessenger1....those white plastic hoses are a fire hazard ..However here in the UK manufacturers are still selling dryer with them attached...
I thought the video was great, I need to do this to my brick home. I purchased it with the dryer venting into the garage and after 8 months I've discovered the problems all that humid air was creating in my garage. My only suggestion, could you please list the parts you used in the video description for you videos such as drill, the bits, the dryer vent kit, etc. Thanks!
Very nice. The only thing I would change is using an aluminum flexible tube from the dryer to the external tube. In many places plastic flexible tubes are not to code.
Your way to cut the hole slightly downhill was a really good idea. I thought plastic vent duct is already made illegal by local building code. No back draft cover plate on the outside?
It was not better to use a hole saw? Cleaner and good looking hole plus easier and faster.. 😀 Thanks for sharing anyway. Can I ask why you did not use a sealant or gaskeet between the 2 pipes you put one into the other one?
There's no need to seal the two pipes together they should fit firmly together and not moisture or liquid passes through them so there's no leaks to stop.
As as handyman, I've used this "stitch hole" method many times for up to 12 inch holes with a standard 1/2" hammer drill. Drill small pilot holes around the circumference with 1/4" bit, then enlarge each hole with a larger bit like a 1/2". Definitely slower than a large rotary hammer drill and a diamond hole saw bit. I still can't afford the "big boy" tools and it's out of the question for the DIY home owner. You can rent a professional rotary hammer drill for half a day almost anywhere, but the rental places here will not rent the $300.00 Plus diamond hole saws because homeowners often destroy them.
I baught a 4inch diamond core bit which includes a pilot bit and adapter to use on a standard drill which I already have for £27 off eBay! Less hassle and neater than doing it like he did it
Great job, but you should drill a single hole right through the centre of the hole from the inside to the outside to give you the reference for the outside hole centre. Just a thought.
Nice video. Nice to see the angle of the hole mentioned also for allowing moisture from the dryer to flow out. Any minimum height as ideally the hose should be angling down to the exit? Was also wondering if a hole saw would be better? Thanks
A hole saw would work fine on the inside. The outside however may prove difficult as it would require a diamond tipped one which could be cost prohibitive. This method is much cheaper even if it is a bit more painstaking. also, I know this is an old comment, but not all viewers will be.
Nice one mate. Better for the DIYer as renting or borrowing a core drill is a pain in the arse! PS where are you mate you've not be on in over 7 years..?
Thank you sir. That was the exact tip I was looking to install the duct of my kitchen hood. May I know what is the name of the fitting you installed outside so that I can look for that at the hardware store. Thanking you in advance.
Great video, good sound quality, just amaazed how easy are you drilling with that small drill, is like drilling in a cheese. I got a 3 time bigger Sds hammer drill and take ages to get trough my wall. Thanks for the video!
Great video! Did you use a hammer drill not an SDS drill to do this and what are the dimensions for the long drill bit please and if a hammer drill I presume it had a straight shank? Cheers mate👍
To be fair. The best safety gear anyone can have in common sense. If you are stupid and have safety gear on. You will be far worse than someone who has common sense and no safety gear on.
Use a core drill and put the hole in line with the vent on the dryer. A bit more fiddly and expensive perhaps, but flexible pipes are a bit of a bodge really. I gather Americans use aluminium vent pipes Oh and leave the pipe sticking out a bit while you put mastic around it, then when you push it back it'll drag the mastic down in with it. Looks neater.
Horse1066 Aluminum pipe is preferred as it is easy to clean the lint out of with a round brush but some use the vinyl flex tubing for ease but sucks to get clean and is more of a fire hazard.I guess on the other side of the pond they use a pvc type of pipe for venting? Either way good points on how to get through a wall with masonry work with out spending a fortune on a diamond hole cutter for one time use.
Second video I've looked at today that doesn't cover the one step in the process that I'm looking for - assembling and mounting the interior components of the vent kit to the inside of the house wall!!
A very late reply but might be useful to someone. Most times, Yes, but ensure the pipe from the conditioner is the correct size for the duct though the wall before you start, as some air conditioner brands use non standard sizes; I've been called out to fix this when someone tried to do this and the size was wrong.
PVC dryer vents and that type of transition ducting are actually against code in the U.S. now. Builds up static electricity as lint tumbles across it and can cause ignition. Not to mention, that flimsy hose tears and will cause leaks into that room. Goes without saying, but just in case: ABSOLUTELY, DO NOT USE THESE MATERIALS WITH GAS POWERED DRYERS.
I have tried using this video for guidance. I have cut a hole in my plasterboard wall only to find some sort of silver material and a horizontal wooden beam that wasn't detected by my stud detector. Any advice?
Defeated the purpose drilling a down facing hole if you end up sealing it up on the out side wall side. Wheres the water gonna go, it can't escape? You sealed it up?
That is for a vent not a condenser pipe the vents don't have any moisture pass through from the inside. the sealant and down sloping pipe is to reduce the risk of any external moisture entering the pipe or wall through the whole like heavy rain for example.
Do you mind if I ask how you would solve an issue of condensation running down the outside wall which we have coming from one of these? The vent is for a tumble dryer and the cold weather evidently causes the hot air to condense within the tube which then obviously turns to water leading to it dripping down the wall from the 3 vent flaps creating an unsightly water stain on our brickwork. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
07:30 Should explain that the external vent has a top. You cut over where you reversed it off camera ;-) No harm in explaining these tripping points to people.
The tip about angling the conduit downwards to let gravity keep moisture from getting in the room/wall is very valuable. Thanks.
i plan to stack my dryer on top of W/M. Will i need to make the hope at the top of that dryer...(probs near the ceiling level?)
Clear and simple explanation of how to get it done. I think an important thing to remember is to try to locate a dryer exhaust as far away from an outside A/C unit as you can. Lint blowing out of the dryer vent can clog up an A/C condenser unit in no time at all!
Greetings from the USA. Enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing.
This guy is such a boss, excellent instructional straight to the point
Just check for cables and pipes etc
I so prefer DIY videos like this, straight to the point clear concise giving you the info you need
One stop shop, I was looking for advise on how to fit a vent into a wall and this is 100% what I needed. Nicely done!
WOW that is a hard work way of doing it. I use a 3/8 diameter long drill bit to make a pilot hole from the inside sloping downwards by about 10 degrees right to the outside. There will be a little spalling on the outside brick but that does not matter. Then I use a 4in drill bit with its own internal 3/8 bit which sticks a couple of inches past the end to follow the pilot hole I have already made. The hole is very neat and exactly to size and as it is done in a single action the alignment is exact. Push through solid pipe and then screw covers etc and fill to prevent water ingress. The large drills make the job much quicker and the finish neater. They are not that expensive, I think they can probably be rented but my set includes additional sizes for sink/dishwasher drains and armoured electric cables. It is amazing how many holes you end up drilling into a house.
£100 plus to rent a drill powerful enough for a day.
Many thanks for the video, makes fitting a tumble dryer vent easier when you don't need to use a core drill, didn't realise I could do it this way!
you are one smart guy, I can tell this is not your profession however you thought it thru and mission accomplished...good job dude
Absolutely awesome stuff. Well edited to keep from being overly long but without skipping any important steps. Some great advice on what tools to use and the tips about putting a screw in to grip and drilling the hole slightly downhill are excellent. Finally, a likeable and clear host.
As someone who's just bought their first house, this was an easy subscribe!
Excellent, thanks! One can also use duct seal putty to seal around the vent, which has the advantage of being easier to remove if the vent gets damaged and needs to be replaced. Important to make sure it's sealed very well at the top, because if there's leakage at the top and a good seal at the bottom that will trap moisture in the wall.
I'm in the US and I need to do this for my dryer since the past owner put a deck board in front of it. Great info, thanks
Those white vinyl hoses are now against code in the USA. You have to use the metallic dryer hose now. The white ones are a fire hazard. Otherwise, great instructional video.
I think it depends where you live. I guarantee you TONS of people still use it.
DEW directed energy doesn't give a F when they want your land!
I agree wickedmessenger1....those white plastic hoses are a fire hazard ..However here in the UK manufacturers are still selling dryer with them attached...
Plastic was never code in North America. They are not meant for heat installs. Only for bathroom venting etc. Not even for range hood venting.
Well done video. Your UK is different than my Texas vocabulary, but your demonstration and recommendations are excellent.
Thanks for posting ... my project wasn't a dryer vent, but the tips helped me a lot on my project!
I thought the video was great, I need to do this to my brick home. I purchased it with the dryer venting into the garage and after 8 months I've discovered the problems all that humid air was creating in my garage. My only suggestion, could you please list the parts you used in the video description for you videos such as drill, the bits, the dryer vent kit, etc.
Thanks!
This dude is saving you hundreds between buying a hammer drill and diamond bit and/or renting a setup.
love the sarcasm....love tool rentals
@@jstone1211 what a time waster he must have all weekend 🤭🤭
This is a proper tutorial. 2 thumbs up! Cheers from Canada!
Excellent, a commonsense, practical demonstration of how to make your calculations for a successful installation.
Really good video, as someone whos diy handicapped this was clear and very helpful. Thanks
Awesome. video. I was scared about drilling into my brick exterior but you made me want to attempt it. Thanks
This guy is a diy legend! You seem like such a lovely man! Great video!
Very nice. The only thing I would change is using an aluminum flexible tube from the dryer to the external tube. In many places plastic flexible tubes are not to code.
Great video - none of the usual ‘like and share’ garbage. Just good info. Worked a treat.
8:27 there’s a woman just staring in through the window.
😂😂😂😂
I see her lol
That's the ghost from 3 Men and a Baby...
Peeping tom! 😂😂
It's his neighbour complaining about the brick dust 😂
Your way to cut the hole slightly downhill was a really good idea. I thought plastic vent duct is already made illegal by local building code. No back draft cover plate on the outside?
That was useful and instructional. Drilling a big hole in a wall using just regular tools. Thanks.
awesome idea,i will want to buy a core drill bit, but after seen this video i change my mind.thank u.... from Bangladesh
It was not better to use a hole saw? Cleaner and good looking hole plus easier and faster.. 😀 Thanks for sharing anyway. Can I ask why you did not use a sealant or gaskeet between the 2 pipes you put one into the other one?
Hole saw absolutely. They are just not that expensive, you don't have to have an expensive one for a job you may only do once.
There's no need to seal the two pipes together they should fit firmly together and not moisture or liquid passes through them so there's no leaks to stop.
As as handyman, I've used this "stitch hole" method many times for up to 12 inch holes with a standard 1/2" hammer drill. Drill small pilot holes around the circumference with 1/4" bit, then enlarge each hole with a larger bit like a 1/2". Definitely slower than a large rotary hammer drill and a diamond hole saw bit. I still can't afford the "big boy" tools and it's out of the question for the DIY home owner. You can rent a professional rotary hammer drill for half a day almost anywhere, but the rental places here will not rent the $300.00 Plus diamond hole saws because homeowners often destroy them.
I baught a 4inch diamond core bit which includes a pilot bit and adapter to use on a standard drill which I already have for £27 off eBay! Less hassle and neater than doing it like he did it
Seems like the pipe should be fitted over the outside of the pipe going to dryer instead of inside it.
@@rickeykeeton4770 Absolutely correct. To reduce lint collection at the transition point.
THe last thing you need with a diamond core cutter is a rotary hammer drill
@@johngriffin6624No, with a diamond core cutter, turn off the hammer function and use the rotary function only.
Nice video sir, I have to put a 100mm hole through a brick wall cavity and keep changing my mind between core drill and multiple SDS holes and hammer.
Thanks for the video, wasn’t sure what was involved with this, now I’m off to buy my appliances. Great instructive video!
Well done 👍 brilliant video 🎉 the outside cover has it got air flaps so that you don’t get anything coming in spiders mouse etc
You saved me getting a core bit as i only have to drill for two vents long drill bit is much cheeper
Thanks Great video
Clearest instructional ever!
Nice job, simpel way
I was thinking how can I get the job done with simple tools; and bingo, I've found the solution. Cheers mate/
Just an all round good vid, shows how real people actually get the job done. 👍
Great job, but you should drill a single hole right through the centre of the hole from the inside to the outside to give you the reference for the outside hole centre. Just a thought.
Nice video. Nice to see the angle of the hole mentioned also for allowing moisture from the dryer to flow out. Any minimum height as ideally the hose should be angling down to the exit?
Was also wondering if a hole saw would be better?
Thanks
A hole saw would work fine on the inside. The outside however may prove difficult as it would require a diamond tipped one which could be cost prohibitive. This method is much cheaper even if it is a bit more painstaking.
also, I know this is an old comment, but not all viewers will be.
nice job. You should do some more videos. This was useful for me when installing an extractor fan for a shower.
Thanks for the video! I plan on doing the same thing when installing a portable Heater and AC unit in my workshop.
Nice, clear and no BS. Perfect.
A bit easier in the U.S. We make our houses out of used popsicle sticks. ;)
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Brilliant no nonsense video. Well done mate.
Thanks so much for the brilliant little video. Now I think I can do our install!! (Love your accent)
Very nice Cliff! Good job.
Nice one mate. Better for the DIYer as renting or borrowing a core drill is a pain in the arse!
PS where are you mate you've not be on in over 7 years..?
my thoughts about my project were right thanks for the step by step great help im more confident now cheers mate.
Nice video but why not put the hole in line with the outlet from the appliance to save moisture running back?
Good instruction video, great tips, love it, you make it look easy 😀, thanks
I'm your 500th subscriber....this is an excellent video.Pity you haven't posted more you would be TH-cam success !!.
This was great, thank you. How did you know you were drilling exactly dead centre through the exterior brick though? Thanks!
Thank you sir. That was the exact tip I was looking to install the duct of my kitchen hood. May I know what is the name of the fitting you installed outside so that I can look for that at the hardware store. Thanking you in advance.
Great video, very encouraging!
Answered all my questions, great video thank you
I was going to buy a core dril until I saw this!
JUSSTTIINFU3K core drill would lead to a much smoother looking hole to be fair.
@@scottishjimmy9813 It would. But it's permamently hidden, so I don't suppose it makes any difference.
Spot the mystery woman in the window at 08.25! Great video, thanks.
great diy! thank you!
Great video, good sound quality, just amaazed how easy are you drilling with that small drill, is like drilling in a cheese. I got a 3 time bigger Sds hammer drill and take ages to get trough my wall. Thanks for the video!
Great video! Did you use a hammer drill not an SDS drill to do this and what are the dimensions for the long drill bit please and if a hammer drill I presume it had a straight shank? Cheers mate👍
Jesus Christ Ivor. That’s an incredible job. Holy fuck you made it look so easy.
Why not use an SDS diamond core bit for a clean hole
Does the internal pipe need to go that high up the wall or can it go lower?
I like how he "advises" the safety gear but---like in the real world---he's not actually using them for the job. ;)
To be fair. The best safety gear anyone can have in common sense. If you are stupid and have safety gear on. You will be far worse than someone who has common sense and no safety gear on.
Impressive organization. Well done!
EXCELLENT instructions. Easy to understand. Thank you :)
Use a core drill and put the hole in line with the vent on the dryer. A bit more fiddly and expensive perhaps, but flexible pipes are a bit of a bodge really.
I gather Americans use aluminium vent pipes
Oh and leave the pipe sticking out a bit while you put mastic around it, then when you push it back it'll drag the mastic down in with it. Looks neater.
Horse1066 Aluminum pipe is preferred as it is easy to clean the lint out of with a round brush but some use the vinyl flex tubing for ease but sucks to get clean and is more of a fire hazard.I guess on the other side of the pond they use a pvc type of pipe for venting? Either way good points on how to get through a wall with masonry work with out spending a fortune on a diamond hole cutter for one time use.
Thank you. Great information.
Second video I've looked at today that doesn't cover the one step in the process that I'm looking for - assembling and mounting the interior components of the vent kit to the inside of the house wall!!
Brilliant video, I now have the inspiration!🙂👍Many thanks!
big and very BIG Thanks mate
Great video!
Great video. Am assuming the same would apply for drilling through a wall for an air-condition unit too? right?
A very late reply but might be useful to someone. Most times, Yes, but ensure the pipe from the conditioner is the correct size for the duct though the wall before you start, as some air conditioner brands use non standard sizes; I've been called out to fix this when someone tried to do this and the size was wrong.
PVC dryer vents and that type of transition ducting are actually against code in the U.S. now. Builds up static electricity as lint tumbles across it and can cause ignition. Not to mention, that flimsy hose tears and will cause leaks into that room.
Goes without saying, but just in case: ABSOLUTELY, DO NOT USE THESE MATERIALS WITH GAS POWERED DRYERS.
Nice job 👍🏼
Nicely presented project - cheers!
I have tried using this video for guidance. I have cut a hole in my plasterboard wall only to find some sort of silver material and a horizontal wooden beam that wasn't detected by my stud detector. Any advice?
Now if only he would’ve used code approved transition material for vent line he would have been perfect
Well done! Thank you sir!
Excellent video!!
Thanks. Got the job done with this video
Great tutorial. Thanks👍
Thanks for this video
very good informative video
Defeated the purpose drilling a down facing hole if you end up sealing it up on the out side wall side. Wheres the water gonna go, it can't escape? You sealed it up?
That is for a vent not a condenser pipe the vents don't have any moisture pass through from the inside. the sealant and down sloping pipe is to reduce the risk of any external moisture entering the pipe or wall through the whole like heavy rain for example.
Good video man! I'm doing that for my tumble drier.
Great job. Learnt a lot. thanks!
Excellent instructions but the diameter should be of the tube not the connection fitting on the outer/inner wall which is smaller.
Only observation it would definitely be better to buy, or borrow yourself a diamond core drill set to make the hole.
Thank you!!! We love you, what a dude x
Excellent
Do you mind if I ask how you would solve an issue of condensation running down the outside wall which we have coming from one of these? The vent is for a tumble dryer and the cold weather evidently causes the hot air to condense within the tube which then obviously turns to water leading to it dripping down the wall from the 3 vent flaps creating an unsightly water stain on our brickwork. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Why didnt you use spray foam instead of the mastic and calk around the exterior of flange? Water will defiantly seep through.
07:30 Should explain that the external vent has a top. You cut over where you reversed it off camera ;-) No harm in explaining these tripping points to people.
oh dear , you have a "watcher " through the window at 8:27.
Lol! Good eye!
holy cow how the hell did you spot that! lmao
stalker!
excellent video, thank you for making it :)
great video thanks !!!
You should not use plastic for dryer venting system! Rigid metal or flex. That’s a fire waiting to happen!
@8:25 Boss spying on you through the window :)
Ha,ha..You have a very good eyes sight and can see out of a corner of your eyes.
Brilliant, thank you.
Cheers for the video. Very helpful. The tips are great 👍