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...
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...
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/
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...
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
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.
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...