Homeowners often discover that a poorly vented dryer adds time, energy bills, and moisture to their laundry rooms. Understanding the true cost to install a dryer vent helps you budget correctly and avoid hidden surprises. CountBricks takes the guesswork out by combining on-site voice capture with real-time material pricing, giving you an accurate number before you pick up a single tool.
Several factors push the budget up or down:
• Vent path length and number of elbows
• Wall type (brick veneer, vinyl siding, or masonry)
• Roof vs. sidewall termination hardware
• Required code upgrades or fire-rated duct
• Accessibility of attic or crawl space
• Labor rates in your local residential market
CountBricks aggregates thousands of residential estimates nationwide. In most mid-sized markets, the cost to install dryer vent lands in three tiers:
1. Straight-shot replacement (4–6 ft run, sidewall termination): $185–$300
2. Moderate reroute (8–15 ft run, two elbows, attic work): $350–$550
3. Complex install (20+ ft run, roof jack, fire-stop collars): $600–$900+
Prices include code-compliant rigid metal duct, termination cap, roof or wall flashing, and professional labor. Material makes up roughly 20–30 % of the total, which is why live pricing from CountBricks.com/services keeps your estimate current even when metal costs spike.
When you open the CountBricks mobile app at a client’s home, simply describe the run length and obstacles. Our AI listens, builds the takeoff, and cross-checks against regional cost databases in seconds. You receive:
• Line-item material list with today’s pricing
• Labor hours matched to local wage tables
• Automatic markup tiers for profit transparency
• A polished quote ready to e-mail or print
The homeowner sees not just the final number, but the value behind it—boosting close rates and reducing price objections.
CountBricks pros start every project by confirming the shortest, safest vent route and verifying International Residential Code (IRC) requirements for maximum run length and joint type.
A 4-1/4″ hole saw creates a clean opening. For brick or block walls, we budget additional labor for rotary hammer work and dust control.
Rigid 26-gauge galvanized pipe is snapped together, joints are sealed with foil tape—not screws that collect lint. CountBricks lists every elbow and coupling in your estimate so nothing is missed at procurement time.
• Sidewall vents receive an exterior hood with a critter screen and backdraft damper
• Roof vents use a low-profile jack flashed under shingles to prevent leaks
Technicians verify airflow with anemometers and photograph the inside of the duct for lint obstruction. The CountBricks app uploads these images directly to your project file at CountBricks.com/portfolio, giving clients documented proof of quality.
Retail dryer vent kits cost about $45, tempting many homeowners. Yet hidden realities change the equation:
• Specialized hole saws and ladders can add $120+ in rentals
• Time off work equals lost wages
• Improper slope or plastic duct may void homeowner insurance
• Fixing condensation damage later usually costs far more than professional installation
Using CountBricks to source a vetted installer often saves money long-term while guaranteeing compliance.
• Unexpected double-layer brick walls requiring longer core bits
• Removing asbestos transite vent pipe in older homes
• Upgrading electrical outlets when relocating the dryer
• Attic insulation replacement after disturbing existing material
CountBricks AI flags these risk items during the initial conversation so you can inform the homeowner before they become change orders.
Through our CountBricks.com/services portal you can auto-generate staged invoices—deposit, rough-in, and completion. The homeowner approves each stage via e-signature, locking in cash flow and eliminating paper checks.
How long does installation take? A straight replacement can finish in two hours; complex roof runs may require a full day including roof repairs.
Can I reuse flexible foil duct? No. CountBricks specifications mandate rigid metal for fire safety and lint reduction.
What maintenance is needed? Advise clients to clean the vent annually. CountBricks can schedule recurring service reminders through our app.
• AI-powered takeoffs cut estimate time by 70 %
• Live material pricing shields your margins from market swings
• White-label quotes impress homeowners and raise close rates
• Integrated invoices and blueprint markup keep your team in one ecosystem
When accuracy, speed, and client trust matter, CountBricks is the residential contractor’s competitive edge.
A recent CountBricks user needed to relocate a laundry room from the basement to the first floor of a 1990s colonial home. The original 22-foot vent snaked through floor joists, causing long dry times and moisture issues. Using our voice-to-estimate feature, the contractor described:
• 14-foot horizontal run through an exterior wall
• Two 90-degree elbows
• Brick veneer requiring core drilling
Within 45 seconds, CountBricks produced a $487 estimate: $112 materials, $275 labor, $100 overhead and profit. The homeowner accepted on the spot, citing the transparent line items and attached spec images.
• Offer an add-on lint alarm device; CountBricks catalogs it as an optional line so clients can upsell themselves.
• Batch roof penetrations on multi-trade days. Schedule HVAC and vent work together to reduce ladder setups.
• Use CountBricks photos to create a maintenance reminder package—recurring revenue every 12 months.
• Track actual vs. estimated labor inside the app; refine your crew’s productivity factors for future bids.
As building codes tighten around exhaust duct length and fire safety, precision estimating becomes non-negotiable. CountBricks continuously updates code libraries, so your quotes stay compliant without endless manual research. Pair that with blueprint takeoffs that identify potential clashes before demolition, and your team moves from reactive to proactive—saving hours on every project.
Ready to streamline your next dryer vent install? Log in to CountBricks.com/services and start talking. Our AI will handle the math while you focus on craftsmanship.
