Just a quick update. I came across this plugged up and damaged lint screen. The screen had been painted over with lint still on it. This nearly completely blocked the screen. The paint used wasn't meant for metal and as a result was peeling off. With a plugged screen the...
Dryer Booster Fan in ceiling
Here I came across a dryer booster fan in the ceiling. It hadn't been serviced in a very long time, if ever. It was completely broken and as such it had to be replaced. Usually this type of fan can be repaired or even just needs a minor service but...
Dryer Booster Fan Installation
Lately there has been fewer of the broken fan repairs and more of the Dryer Booster Fan installations. Here are just a few examples of recent booster fan installs. Some of this had lots of room and others I had to get creative. All are working great. If you would...
Lint Box with a Dryer Booster Fan
In this setup a lint box is installed before a dryer booster fan. This will keep the booster fan and duct clean. Having both a Lint Box with a Dryer Booster Fan is the best way to keep you dryer system working properly and problem free for many years. For...
Broken Booster Fans Oct 2023
This week was all about the broken fans and switches. These are just some of the ones I had to replace. Usually I don't see as many completely broken dryer booster fans as these but this week was different. Most of the time the fans are not as damaged as...
Poor quality dryer booster fan
This type of plastic dryer booster fan is very susceptible to many problems. Over time the plastic degrades and becomes very brittle. Pieces will start falling off from the exterior. Once this happens I can usually do some fixes unless it's too badly damaged. In which case a new fan...
6 Signs you need a Dryer Lint Box
Installing a dryer lint box or lint trap is one of the best ways to improve the safety and efficiency of your dryer. Here are some signs that you may need to install a dryer lint box: Long Drying Times: If your clothes take longer than usual to dry, it...
Dryer lint in flex hose
I came across this flex hose full of lint in an apartment in Vancouver last week. (July 25 2023) The residents had just recently gotten their dryer ducts cleaned. The duct cleaners couldn't get good airflow and suggested that the residents get a booster fan. So they called me in....
Broken plastic dryer booster fan replacement: June 2023
Here is an example of what happens to a plastic dryer booster fan. Over time the plastic gets brittle and then the fan breaks. Often times I can repair these types of dryer booster fans but not in this case. Here I had to replace the fan with a new...
Broken dryer booster fan in ceiling replacement
This broken dryer booster fan was located in the ceiling and had to be removed. Here I removed the old dryer booster fan and installing a new dryer booster fan lower on the wall. This allowed the fan to be more easily serviced in the future. The dryer duct here...
New West Booster Fan Install
This suite in New Westminster had a leak in the ceiling caused by the dryer duct. I installed a dryer booster fan to help prevent this from leaking in the future.
Canadian Condominium Institute Webinar Video
Here is the video of the Canadian Condominium Institute webinar video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwzSezVxuOQ The video covers such topics as landscaping, window washing, dryer vent cleaning and of course dryer booster fans. For more info on this see the previous post https://dryerboosterfan.ca/canadian-condominium-institute/
Troubleshooting dryer booster fan and new dryers 2023
If you have a high-efficiency dryer in your home or building, you may run into an issue with your dryer booster fan and new dryers not working correctly together. The sensor that triggers the booster fan to turn on may not get a signal from the lower electric use of...
Ceiling Leaks from a dryer duct Apr 2023
Ceiling leaks are a common problem in high rise buildings around Metro Vancouver. While there can be many causes of ceiling leaks, one of the most common culprits is the in-slab dryer ducts. These ducts are not typically one solid piece from the dryer to the exterior, but rather several...
Canadian Condominium Institute – Webinar April 2023
Canadian Condominium Institute Spring Maintenance Webinar. April 25 2023. The days are getting warmer, the flowers are blooming, and it is time to complete your Spring clean up! Tune in for a basic walk through of Springtime to do's with representatives from local service companies including dryer duct cleaning, window...
Quality Dryer Booster Fan Repair: Apr 2023
Use an experienced technician. While visiting a building in Burnaby's Brentwood area today, I came across a malfunctioning dryer booster fan. Despite recent attempts to fix it - the motor had been replaced - the fan still wasn't working. Having repaired many of these fans before, I was confident that...
Remember to clean your dryer duct and booster fan in 2023
If you're experiencing issues with your dryer booster fan, it could be due to a build-up of lint. This was the case for a recent repair job I completed in Surrey
Broken Dryer Booster Fan Blades
Eventually most fan blades will break. No need for a whole new dryer booster fan, we can just replace the motor. This is an example of a fan repaired in Vancouver BC. We carry parts to fix almost every kind of dryer booster fan. Causes There are several different causes...
Tight spaces
These dryer booster fans were installed in very tight spaces around very large washer/dryer sets. Where needed we can make room to fit dryer booster fans in most laundry closets.
Dryer Booster Fan Repair
If your dryer booster fan is not functioning properly, it may need to be repaired or replaced. We are familiar with all models of dryer booster fans. A large supply of parts is kept on hand so we can repair most models of fans quickly. If a fan is not...
SV156 and Screens
Flappers for dryer vents are generally considered better than screens for a few reasons: Better air flow: Flappers allow for better air flow through the dryer vent, which can improve the efficiency of the dryer and reduce the risk of lint buildup. Screens can trap lint and debris, which...