Roof Dryer Vent Screen

With the lack of good roof vent options prior to the introduction of the dryerjack many savvy contractors would simply remove the screen.

Roof dryer vent screen.

It s made of zinc coated galvanized steel for durability and reliability. If the vent does not have this feature it should be replaced. While screens are regularly included in most other vent caps to protect against pest intrusion the lint that dryer exhaust carries with it creates lint buildup that other exhaust systems don t face. The black finish helps this vent blend into your home s rooftop.

More product details close. If your dryer vent does get pest nest in it i would recommend a large cage to install over the entire vent cap with larger holes for the lint to pass through. You can put the tube of the vacuum directly up the vent. Before climbing up to the roof get behind the dryer to vacuum out the vent.

This vent features a heavy duty screen which helps protect against small animals from entering your home through the vent. 2 pack dryer vent bird stop mesh dryer vent grill sheet bird stop mesh metal screen exhaust vent guard stop birds nesting cover for dryer vents bathroom exhaust vents 3 to 8 customized size 4 3 out of 5 stars 73. 304 stainless steel mesh screen type mesh 20 wire 11 4 x 23 6 29cm x 60cm woven vent mesh metal wire mesh for air ventilation door shower drain and cabinet 1pcs 4 7 out of 5 stars 51 13 99 13. This vent is designed to be used on 4 in.

Use a screwdriver to release these so that you can vacuum. Your dryer vent behind the screen should have a louvered flap that swings open when the airflow from the dryer opens it and then falls back into the closed position when the airflow ceases. Unlike the vents shown above left the dryerjack affects airflow by less than 01 water column inches of pressure. There should be clamps that connect the exhaust pipe of the dryer to the vent.