When doing some deck renovations I decided to move the dryer vent location. (The prior owner was venting the dryer underneath the wooden deck, which I dont think was the wisest decision because of moisture/heat/mice, etc. This is a ranch and the area between the ground/rocks underneath the deck and the wooden deck planking wasn't that much.)
Anyway, Id like to vent it out to the side of the house which will end up being a shorter distance and completely away from the deck. But... I dont have a clear view of whats behind the wall where I want to vent it. Is there a way to determine if theres a stud, piping, wiring, before I drill the vent opening? I was thinking of using a stud finder in the room directly above the area, but it still doesnt tell me about wiring, piping, etc.
Theres a vent for the water heater right next to the spot where I want to vent the dryer so I think the heighth will look fine asethetically on the exterior.
Any thoughts or internet links on installing a dryer vent?
The only other option would be to vent it out to the garage. It would probably be easier and even a shorter distance. Downfalls to that?
Thanks!
Anyway, Id like to vent it out to the side of the house which will end up being a shorter distance and completely away from the deck. But... I dont have a clear view of whats behind the wall where I want to vent it. Is there a way to determine if theres a stud, piping, wiring, before I drill the vent opening? I was thinking of using a stud finder in the room directly above the area, but it still doesnt tell me about wiring, piping, etc.
Theres a vent for the water heater right next to the spot where I want to vent the dryer so I think the heighth will look fine asethetically on the exterior.
Any thoughts or internet links on installing a dryer vent?
The only other option would be to vent it out to the garage. It would probably be easier and even a shorter distance. Downfalls to that?
Thanks!