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New Dryer Vent Install + Reroute Specialists

Fresh installs, reroutes, and code-compliant upgrades. Rigid metal duct, proper slope, code-rated wall caps.

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What This Service Covers

The Full Scope

Bad dryer vent paths are the #1 cause of long drying times and fire risk. We install rigid 4" metal duct on the shortest possible path, eliminate flex hose runs in walls, and re-cap with code-compliant exterior dampers. Reroute existing vents to a better exit point when current path is too long or has too many bends.

What's Included

  • check_circle Rigid 4" galvanized duct (no flex in walls)
  • check_circle Maximum slope toward exterior
  • check_circle Code-compliant wall/roof penetration
  • check_circle Backdraft damper exterior cap
  • check_circle Reroute long or twisted existing runs
  • check_circle Multi-family / condo specialists

A bad vent path is the root cause of "the dryer takes 3 cycles" — no amount of cleaning will fix a 35-ft run with 5 elbows. Reroute on the shortest practical path and the dryer drops back to 35-min cycles.

Diagnostic

6 Signs You Need Dryer Vent Installation — Now

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Existing run is over 35 ft (or has 4+ bends)

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Flex hose runs hidden inside walls (code violation)

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No exterior backdraft damper — pests enter through the vent

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Water condensation forming on metal runs in cold months

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Drying time hasn't improved after multiple cleanings

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Renovation, basement laundry relocation, or HOA exterior approval just landed

Who Calls Us Most

3 Households That Get the Biggest Win

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Mid-1990s split-level homes

Builders ran flex inside walls; common to find taped-not-clamped joints. Reroute with rigid pays back fast.

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Townhouse / condo HOA work

Coordination with HOA siding and exterior cap rules is our specialty.

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Basement laundries

Long runs to exit through a rim joist need slope and backdraft control to prevent moisture re-entry.

Utah Climate × This Service

Why Dryer Vent Installation Is a Different Job in Utah

Inversion. Wildfire smoke. Dry-air winters. Lake-effect dust. Each one shifts how this service performs — and when it pays off most.

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Frost Penetration / Slope

UT frost line + heavy condensation in winter means slope-to-exterior is non-negotiable. Bad-grade installs back-drain water into the dryer.

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Stucco / Siding Damage

UV + temperature swings degrade older exterior cap penetrations. Reroutes paired with proper flashing protect the building envelope.

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High Altitude Combustion

Gas dryers above 4,500 ft (most of UT) need adjusted combustion air supply. We verify on every gas-dryer install.

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Wildfire Building Code

Newer UT WUI building codes require ember-resistant exterior vent caps. Reroutes upgrade to current code for fire-prone areas.

Best Time to Schedule

When to Book — by Season

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Spring (April)

Best window for exterior penetration work — drier siding, no snow load.

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Summer (July–Aug)

Roof penetrations safest during warm-dry periods.

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Fall (September)

Get reroutes done before HOA architectural committees pause for winter.

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Winter (December–February)

Indoor-only reroutes still possible; exterior cap work case-by-case.

Set The Record Straight

Myths vs. Facts

Myth

"Flex inside walls is fine."

Fact

IRC 504 requires rigid 4" metal duct in concealed locations. Flex in walls is both a code violation and a fire risk.

Myth

"Booster fans aren't allowed."

Fact

They are explicitly permitted by IRC for runs that cannot be physically shortened. We size and install them properly.

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"Dryers vent OK indoors with a lint screen."

Fact

Indoor venting is illegal except for ductless heat-pump dryers. Lint screens trap nothing of consequence.

Between Visits

Dryer Vent Installation — Homeowner Tips

Things you can do between Liberty visits to maximize the result. No upsell — just better outcomes.

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After a fresh install, time the first load — record drying time. Use it as your benchmark for years to come.

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Mark the exterior cap with paint pen (year installed) so you know when 5+ years have elapsed.

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Inspect cap monthly during winter for ice formation — repeated freezing can crack the damper.

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Keep landscaping 3 ft away from the exterior cap so it does not get blocked by shrubs.

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For roof-routed vents, schedule a once-per-year visual from the ground with binoculars.

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Stop & Call Us Same Day

If you see any of these, do not wait for your next scheduled visit.

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Drying time over 60 minutes within the first year of a new install — vent path may be wrong.

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Visible water dripping from the exterior cap or transition hose — slope or condensation issue.

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Wall behind the dryer warm to the touch — vent path is leaking heat into the wall cavity.

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Honest Split

DIY vs. Liberty — Who Should Do What

Task DIY Pro Why
Visual exterior cap check check_circle — Monthly. Ground-level binoculars work for roof caps.
Documenting baseline drying time check_circle — Once after install. Saves diagnostic time later.
Rigid duct fabrication + sealing — check_circle IRC code-compliant slope, sealing, support spacing — multiple licensing requirements.
Roof penetration + flashing — check_circle Roofing warranty + waterproofing — DIY voids both.
Booster fan install — check_circle Electrical + interlock with dryer — code requires licensed electrician.
Pricing

Dryer Vent Installation — Cost Breakdown

Flat-rate. Written. Locked before work. No surprises.

Service Item Price
Fresh install — typical 8-15 ft rigid run $349
Reroute existing — replace flex with rigid $549
Long-run install (20-35 ft, multi-bend) $699+
Roof penetration +$199
Booster fan install +$349
HOA-approved exterior cap upgrade +$89

Final price varies by home size + system count. Always quoted in writing before work begins. Full pricing →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why reroute my existing dryer vent? add

IRC code limits dryer vent runs to 35 ft (less 5 ft per 90° bend). Long or twisted runs choke airflow, hold lint, and triple drying time.

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Yes — we coordinate with HOA rules and handle exterior penetrations on stucco, siding, and brick.

What about gas dryers? add

Same vent rules apply. Gas dryers also need adequate combustion air, which we verify on install.

Where We Deliver

Dryer Vent Installation Across 31 Wasatch Front Cities

Salt Lake City 0 mi Sandy 14 mi West Jordan 13 mi South Jordan 16 mi Draper 19 mi Murray 8 mi Millcreek 6 mi Holladay 9 mi Cottonwood Heights 12 mi Midvale 11 mi West Valley City 7 mi Bountiful 10 mi Centerville 13 mi Farmington 17 mi Kaysville 21 mi Layton 25 mi Clearfield 28 mi Ogden 38 mi Roy 33 mi Park City 32 mi Heber City 45 mi Tooele 35 mi Lehi 27 mi American Fork 31 mi Pleasant Grove 34 mi Orem 38 mi Provo 44 mi Herriman 22 mi Riverton 20 mi Bluffdale 22 mi Magna 14 mi

Pair Dryer Vent Installation With

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Air Duct Cleaning

NADCA-style deep cleaning of your full HVAC system. Removes dust, allergens, pet dander, debris.

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Dryer Vent Cleaning

Lint clogs cause 2,900+ home fires annually. We clear the full vent line from dryer to roof or wall cap.

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UV Light Installation

UV-C light installed near your evaporator coil neutralizes mold, bacteria, and viruses 24/7.

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HVAC Tune-Up

Pre-season system inspection: airflow, refrigerant, thermostat calibration, electrical, safety controls.
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Book Dryer Vent Installation Today

Free written estimate. NADCA-aligned process. Same-day service across Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Front.

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