Mechanical · IRC 2021 §M1502.2 / §M1502.3 / §M1502.4.1 / §M1502.5

Dryer Exhaust Requirements

Dryer exhaust: independent duct to the outdoors, 4" smooth metal duct, termination with backdraft damper and no screen, 3 ft from openings, and steel shield plates.. Referenced to IRC 2021 §M1502.2 / §M1502.3 / §M1502.4.1 / §M1502.5.

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