Replace foil or plastic dryer duct with metal
Foil and plastic accordion ducts trap lint and kink or crush easily, which is why fire-safety agencies call for rigid or semi-rigid metal duct.
Doesn’t usually apply to apartments
- Time
- 45 min
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- How often
- One time
If you skip it
A flexible plastic or foil duct restricts airflow and collects lint, and plastic can itself add fuel to a fire that starts in the dryer.
Source: usfa.fema.gov
How do I replace my foil or plastic dryer duct with metal?
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