How do I locate a dryer exhaust vent?

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I live in an older duplex. I just recently attempted to clean out the dryer vent/duct for the downstairs unit and failed because I could not find where my dryer vent is outside. Is it possible that my dryer vent and the upstairs dryer vents are connected to the same outdoor vent?

score 1 · Answer 1 · answered Mar 29 '13 at 23:17

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Place a wet towel in your dryer, turn it on, and in 5 minutes look for the steam somewhere around your house.

answered Mar 29 '13 at 23:17

BMitch

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score 1 · Answer 2 · answered Apr 01 '13 at 00:16

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It's possible an earlier repair/renovation blocked the dryer vent. See if you can trace the duct from the basement to see where it used to go.

answered Apr 01 '13 at 00:16

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How do I locate a dryer exhaust vent?

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