How to Hook up a Washer and Dryer

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[@ClayAutery]

My Dad taught me the "loosen 'til it clicks" tip about 50 years ago now.... It has saved me many, many dollars in repairs and ruined equipment, and I have taught dozens of young men and women the same tip. We take for granted what we were taught and learned via "school of hard knocks", and successful experiences... Thank you Jeff for helping us teach the next generations!

[@spankystrat49]

what is the loosen til it clicks trick

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

when you slowly go backwards on the fitting applying gentle pressure until it sits into the thread. that avoids cross threading. Cheers!

[@s1lentwarrior]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Thanks!

[@schwig44]

Same...except for the 50 years ago part... Worst about about it though is getting razzed at work by the folks who didn't receive quality instruction. But I don't care, I'm not gonna strip a thousand dollar thread gage member because someone snickered at me starting to turn left

[@Dee29140]

I'm a single female with no close male friends. This video helped a lot. I was overwhelmed at first now I'm confident. Thanks for the video ❤

[@ladye33]

Same boat, isn’t he the best! I installed mine already but have been second guessing every move I made. So I hopped on KZbin, what a breeze! My paranoia is dismantled.

[@hunter7527]

Can I get your numba

[@Turfbaby831]

Get a man🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Turfbaby831]

@@hunter7527 🤦🏾‍♂️ clown

[@hunter7527]

@@Turfbaby831 but you told her to get a man my guy. I see no issue with that

[@reneeolsen8703]

At 59, this is the first time I’ve had to do this for myself. Thanks for making this video.

[@L.i.s.a....]

Same here, I can always rely on his tutorials to get me out of a jam.

[@karensimon1205]

Thank-you for a great video. I am widowed and 70 y , I had a workman that did not return to reattach my w/d, I called around over $200 to come out and do it….your video helped me do it myself!!!

[@clasik228able]

Your like the dad I wish I had ! I look for your videos whenever I need any Info

[@nancyjonutt5400]

I love you for this video. Just the turn backwards first to help get it on the thread is so helpful. Embarrassing how much never occurred to me. I learn such helpful tips every video. Please keep it up.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@benhiler8697]

As an ex home improvement/construction guy and currently an appliance repair guy (a few trades for being not even 22) thank you for what you do, I’ve been fortunate enough to learn these things through trial and error but also my few years of experience. Many homeowners can use this video and many others of yours to save a few bucks from calling a guy like me to come out and have everything ready to go in 5 minutes, the company I work for as do I, always give out and show customers tips and tricks (as long as it’s homeowner, no experience needed) to help save a little money from us coming out. Keep doing what you’re doing, when I started out in construction I came across your videos and it helped be better understand the trade. Now doing what I do appliance videos pop up all the time and I could just about teach the class, seeing someone give good, professional advice is always good! Keep making the videos, they helped me and knowing what I know now, these videos will help the average home owner!

[@sxerralzve2739]

I am a 22 year old female with a small apartment, and am looking at different homes and such for my future, however i never had an opportunity to really see these things done or know how they work, and sure they are simple, but as someone who has never ever seen them done, this is a breath of fresh air for when I'll have to do it myself. Thank you!

[@Cameroner1]

I'm one of the new home owners! Thank you for the video! I went to drain my water heater last weekend and wished there was a video from you about that

[@JordanAlyssa66]

Thank you so much for this video! Just purchased my first washer and dryer and due to covid, the company didn’t have installation options. This video has me confident that I can handle it myself!

[@seeya205]

Make sure you level them or they will be noisy and where faster. Also, the accordion vent hose is a major cause of house fires. Use a solid smooth vent to keep lint from building up. Also, that crimped end with be a lint collector!

[@asinger261]

Great video, after years of trade work you learn a few tips and tricks. If you don't own a pair of crimpers you can use needle nose pliers to create pleats/crimps on the ductwork by gently gripping and slightly twisting the pliers ever 1/4 inch or so around the duct

[@L.i.s.a....]

Same here.

[@FailSafe161]

My wife and I are renting a house for the first time, and it came with hookups only. Just got a washer/dryer set from a friend for cheap and this video is making me feel way more confident about hooking it all up! ✌️

[@fabledwolfjack6745]

Got a my first washer and dryer and dont have any family left, and none of my friends know how to hook up one up so this is super helpful thank you so much

[@chrisny1974]

Great video. No condescension at all. Makes ‘impossible’ possible. Even the info about tightening and the washers… Thank you so much for posting.

[@danielwersing8714]

Thanks for the great video. You spoke in the beginning about it being a simple job, people know how to do it, etc. I usually do most of my own work, and really, I watch the videos even when I know how to do it. There's often quick tips or tricks to doing the job without added aggravation. Great and clear video. First time I've seen it. Subscribing now.

[@anthonysmith9410]

I watch every video you produce.....always very helpful....even after 43 years of doing everything! Keep em coming.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Great to hear! Cheers!

[@AamnaHussain]

This is great. As new homeowners with no prior background in anything even remotely home related, this video is so helpful. We don't currently even have a washer/dryer but will refer to this video when the time comes. Looking forward to more beginner type videos as we want to renovate our home, one diy at a time :)

[@Efullerfly]

Thank you for this! I recently moved and have never installed a washer/dryer on my own. I watched another tutorial because I had to switch out my 3 prong for a 4 prong on the dryer, but this video helped me cross the finish line once I’d changed out the cable, so thank you!

[@luannpoti2489]

The tip how to thread the parts is awesome. Thank you!

[@Ronon805]

Great content!!! Always straight to the point and no beating around the bush.

[@Santana2163]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm getting a washer/dryer set soon and I feel like I can hook it up myself now.

[@dionne12671]

Thank for making this video even though most of us don't need it. I am amazed every day at how many well educated people have no idea how to do this! Being divorced, I had to learn these things on my own while raising kids. You are helping so many learn to be self sufficient!

[@CP-nf9my]

Thank you, for this straightforward video. Just what I needed today!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@FxXSMALLSXxF]

I just bought a 100 year old house and one of the first things I had to do was make a dryer vent passage to the exterior with a hole saw. It was scary but it came out great!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

those things can have quite a kick. I have switched to cutting in a diamond shape with a sawzall. never kicks me off the ladder or breaks my hand. Cheers!

[@NoctXis333]

Thank you so much! New home owner here!

[@jefren25]

first time homeowner here, my washer and dryer are good to go but LOVE the video now I know how they work

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@reggieflukerii879]

I've heard that the new recommendation is to avoid flexible ducts and instead use rigid galvanized steel because the coils in the flexible duct collects lint and inhibits air flow. Also, I learned to never insert a screw as it will collect lint also.

[@zigarten]

"• DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the exhaust system."

[@zigarten]

One tip I saw was to slightly crimp outward, a "notch", in the hard duct as a kinda "catch" . The adjustable hose clamp as it will slip over the notch but not back down....

[@bigby1530]

Thank you so much I just got a washer and dryer for my home after months of not having the money for them until now

[@Jatsonguam]

Can you do a video about moving laundry room upstairs? Your content are always more informative than other KZbinrs, I was surprised you didn’t already have a video. Thank you

[@Aepek]

Congrats again in the 1M Subs. As you deserve it. You guys have a great channel, & even though your ‘big”; ya still have the “small channel” mentality & make every person feel like they matter.....that’s so cool of you guys👍🏻 Great vid for beginners, & showing that ppl can do this themselves. Also get the question about, you afraid won’t have a job b/c of channels on KZbin. Answer is, nope...not at all😉 (there’s always work to be done & ppl not wanting to do themselves....so no worries, lol) Cheers✌🏼

[@nylirama]

Thanks for this concise video. I thought I knew what to do just needed confirmation.

[@nicholasrimanelli1120]

New homeowner, thanks for the help!

[@g2682]

So thankful for these videos of yours

[@早]

Thank you

[@amberlilly1899]

Super thankful for this because the people who deliveries them said the complex required their mantanice to install them and they weren’t allowed to and then mantanice says no we don’t install we just have to inspect them to make sure they arnt leaking 🙄 so now I’m stuck doing this myself

[@ipodman68]

Also me being an HVAC tech it’s against code “at least I’m Ontario, Canada” to have any screws in dryer venting it’s a fire hazard because it can catch the lint.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

LOL, that is why the old pipe fell off. Cheers! You can't rely on tape.

[@robertgiresi9515]

@SomeDumUsrName Sure, and as a DIYer, I've learned a treasure trove of information from Jeff's video's, which is a lot more than I've learned from you. I've also learned that there are some who just come with nothing to contribute other than criticize a man who's helping to empower others figure out how to do things for themselves. Beside, codes vary from state to state and I happened to look up code M1502.4. In some places, as long as the screw does not protrude inside the ductwork more that 1/8", it is code compliant. Even if it's not code compliant, that screw end would have to be one hell of a lint sucking magnet before it would pose any sort of danger. Anyhow, for those of you who are so frightened of a screw, just add a zip tie and move on.

[@kb06418]

I was just gonna say that was a great tip but your right.

[@seeya205]

The right kind of tape(foil tape) will outlast the dryer. I bet it was duct tape used.

[@ryanshannon7703]

@@okymek This happened with my dryer vent. I'm not sure if that vent was ever cleaned. I bought the house just over 2 years ago, installed new washer/dryer. The first year or so it ran well enough. A few months into year two we noticed it taking longer for clothes to come out dry. Then we started getting these errors on the dryer that came on progressively sooner. Realized it was associated with the lint trap or dryer vent. Lint trap is cleared after every use. So, spent the $20 or so dollars on a snaking dryer vent brush. Took nearly 2 hours to clean that sh*t up. I couldn't believe the dryer actually attempted to run and hadn't burned out. It was seriously clogged for what nearly seemed the entire length of the vent (vented through the wall in the center of the house at an angle at the precipice of the roof). Wife thought I was crazy but after the first couple handfuls of old nasty lint in the vent, she realized we were in it for the long haul until it was completely clear after two full runs. Now it dries like a d@mn champion. I made sure to put about 4 to 6 inches of vent hose around the piping to ensure there was a solid 2 inches passed the worm gear after tightening to prevent accidental slippage.

[@kenshores9900]

Enjoyed you mini shed build.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad to hear it!

[@alikaassata1443]

Thank you sir I really appreciate this video it was really helpful and detailed

[@aprylmlulu86]

I was to see you move the whole set up to a new room/area. Hot/cold lines, drain and new vent for dryer. Do you have a video like that? I'm planning on buying a fixer-upper and want to move the laundry room to the other side of the house entirely but it would Definitely make me feel more confident to see you do it. Thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Hi Apryl. I am filming a plumbing video today that will solve all your problems. Cheers!

[@aprylmlulu86]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY YES! THANK YOU! I can't tell you how awesome your videos are, you know what your doing. I hate to miss even one! So many have tried to build a YT community but fail without the correct knowledge ,experience and confidence you have, my hats off to you!

[@heatherbobbitt3783]

thanks, I am a diyer and did not know a lot of things you explained like the litter self tapper screw

[@63Lsp]

I'm about to have to do this in a rental. Thanks!

[@wvbassin5054]

Already knew how to hook up a washer and dryer, but still watched the whole thing, because Jeff’s videos are that good! Keep them coming buddy!

[@L.i.s.a....]

Thank you for making this video!!!!

[@SP4G3]

I hooked up about 100 of those and still learned something while watching! :D Thx.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad I could help!

[@philsowers]

Leak prevention pro tip: fasten the washing machine's drain hose to the standpipe or wall box drains securely with a beaded strap or zip tie. Make it snug but not so tight it kinks or cuts-off the drain hose.

[@michellemetanad7299]

Wow thank you for making this set up soo easy for me!!

[@juliensamson7496]

Aren't we supposed not to use screws on a dryer ventilation? Because lint could accumulate on the screw and might create some problems oer time?

[@cheers1227]

Correct, it is against code to put screws in a dryer vent line.

[@alexandramorisote7372]

Very well explained,thanks a lot Sir.

[@Vrayshan16]

Thank you so much for the insightful video!

[@Rogueknowledge]

Beautiful stuff this was soooo needed 😭

[@jakegoehring8381]

Loved it, thanks!

[@kerstin4515]

I watched a Home Depot video before this one, and when I turned the water on the pipe came loose and sprayed all over the room. This video is much more helpful lol

[@Rogers-Mendez]

We bought a house 4 months ago that came with a washer and dryer. The dryer is an older Whirlpool that runs on gas. As a new homeowner, this is a complicated scenario for having to clean out the venting/exhaust.

[@shawarmanese]

The dryer connects to the COLD water not the Hot. Love your videos

[@michel_montrond]

Professional and useful content

[@anthonym.9549]

Hey bud ive been watching alot of your videos for shower renovation. Im about to start tiling and was wondering if you have any videos on tiling a shower curb. Thanks for the vids. Very first shower redo for me. And you have been very helpfull.

[@honeyb7411]

Thank you for the explanation 🙏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@benjaboy54]

I always thought it would be better to use a rigid tube instead of an accordeon tube for such a long length , especially vertically?

[@seeya205]

It is safer!

[@oldionus]

There are other videos for what to do if you have a three prong outlet.... probably illegal but it is possible to hook up the jumper to ground and wire the dryer to use the older type three prong cord. Check out "connecting three prong dryer cord" and videos will pop up.

[@KyleSciolaro]

Jeff you're the best

[@ladye33]

I was over thinking where the washer hose goes, I thought to myself, it cannot be that simple. You proved me wrong, lol. Thank you! The dryer is a hassle, do I need the elbows or can I install without as you did?

[@ericsrepair]

After 48 years in the business I often find it is best to install the dryer first. The big fire hazard crushed venting ! Washer hoses give you enough length to “ walk or wiggle “ it into place . Other wise , pretty good information

[@luckyfamilyman]

On steam dryers it is my understanding you’re supposed to hook up to the cold water supply at least for my gas dryer and the heat is provided by the gas dryer part and the cold water just supplies the water

[@mitchjohnson4714]

You make it sound like everyone knows this, but the duct stuff was super helpful. I'm mad that I didn't learn this before I tried to connect a new hose to my portable air conditioner. I bought a rather rigid tough aluminum hose and I was terrible at connecting it in a way that it would stay on. A dryer hose and that screwing stuff would have been much better.

[@tyt2lynnin1]

yay this video is for me! :)))))))))) First time home owner xD

[@sandranovia6810]

Single woman here. I like the self tapping screw idea. Does it just go through the metal flange and ducting that is in the wall easily do I need a drill.

[@carmichaelcourt3440]

Actually Jeff, you missed one of the most important things to do once you've got them hooked up. Ensure they are Level. Spend 10 -15 minutes making sure they're level side to side and back to front and your units will make a lot less noise and last a lot longer.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

great point. I guess I just take it for granted with a new build. Cheers!

[@valentinek.t3327]

How to level the floor first? I really dont feel like using liquid self leveling. Thinking plywood and sand (small laundry). Throw some floating tile on top

[@rpaasse6453]

Level and first the water then the electric.

[@seeya205]

​@@valentinek.t3327 You can get plastic pans that go under your washer. You can run that to your drain then you don't have to worry about damaging your wood. Level it with plywood but remember to keep a slight slope towards the drain. You can use vinyl flooring so you don't have to worry about water damage since it is a high humidity room.

[@dvxAznxvb]

Make sure the shipping screws/bolts are out if you have a side loading washer; it acts as a brake for the drum so it doesn’t spin during shipping, You are going to hear such a big difference if you kept it in

[@freckle6471]

Thanks jeff

[@havnfncali1]

I'm curious, what is that large copper coil next to the water heater? Never seen this before and we just got our tankless installed.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

That is a waste water heat recovery unit to collect dishwasher and washing machine heat. Cheers!

[@kaiyaslab]

Thanks for this. I am eager to learn how to plumb two new laundry rooms in my 100-year-old house with no current set up. Help us with the plumbing and venting in the next one? :)

[@spacecadet28]

stainless steel washing machine hoses to reduce chance of flood?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

The flood is usually the plump not the hoses!

[@wolvenar]

We had the valve fail and cause a flood once. Then the second time was the fill pressure sensor failed and it just over flowed the tub.

[@pierre-marcrioux5015]

Already knew how to do that, but thanks for everyone who didn't! It's easy, no need to call anyone to have them installed, just like the dishwasher. :)

[@QueenAnnesLace13]

Thanks Jeff, after much grief, I found out there was something called shipping bolts which makes the machine shake, rattle, and roll across the room. Those need to be removed. Took me months to learn the hard way.

[@alvarodias2323]

Yes. And they destroy your washing machine

[@ashleyharris2708]

Thank you for this video I'm new to having a place of my own. I keep the water lines on right?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

correct Ashley. The only time you need to close the valves is when you are going on vacation. I usually just turn of the water to the house when I am away. cheap insurance.

[@mycats7321]

Would it be bad to add an air gap between the washing machine hose and the drain? The thread grabbing thing is a neat tip. I had the 8ft accordion type dryer vent but a possum got into the house & the dogs chased it behind the washing machine. The poor thing ripped the vent to pieces. The back of my dryer faces an interior wall but the exterior wall is just to the right. It's extremely cramped though so we are renovating, tearing down small walls (non-loadbearing) and swapping the laundry room with a useless tiny bathroom. Anyway, washing machine and dryer will be turned with their backs to the exterior wall to make it easier to vent the dryer (and have more space in front of the machines). We will be using a Magvent for the dryer vent. You clamp one end to the dryer and the other end attaches magnetically to a corresponding piece on the wall.

[@hayyanah1980]

We moved our washer and dryer in our basement and were doing this by our own which is helpful but we're stock and pending job bcoz of the vent that we need to dig a hole and connect it to our main floor vent hole in the wall.

[@woodlandburl6648]

I did get one good tip. Thanks!

[@proudfitness__]

What are the lists of tools to get for each appliances? are they standard or is it dependent on the machine?

[@chrislauvao88]

How do you know which hot and cold line to run on the wall?

[@dilaulakh4422]

thx jeff bhaji

[@daveboffey7109]

I am pulling up of rug on stairs going up into the bedrooms do you have a video on how to install laminate or something like that

[@footballhighlights9248]

Thanks for the video, but as per OBC it's not allowed to put a screw in the dryer vent pipe.

[@spacemountain08]

How do you clean the dryer duct if the unit is in the basement and it goes up into the first floor? Our dryer duct is ground floor going directly outside.. It is easy for me to clean it every three months.. Thanks!!!

[@nickhedayat7505]

Hey Jeff! What do I do if the washer hook up is on the right and the dryer hook up is on the left?

[@URSR]

big help thanks

[@miamited69]

I have a house almost done being built. Utility sink in garage stub outs with 2 inch drain line. I will be moving my washer and dryer to the garage next to the sink. What is the best way to connect the drain home from the washer?

[@awperonline6576]

So cut off the slack in the dryer hose to help prevent lent build up? Make it as straight as possible?

[@SaladMohamed-n5h]

Many thanks

[@toneman8478]

Do you have a video for a gas dryer

[@jordanross4472]

great work thug; ppreciate ya

[@iSalameee]

Question: The duct for the dryer, does that have to be a distance from the wall or does that not heat up enough to cause an issue to the lining behind the wall, or in my case drywall? Thank you

[@seeya205]

It's better to leave a bit of room if you can. Will do anything to the wall? No, but i is alway good to give it a little room to make sure you don't squish any part of the hose. The 90 degrees angles are the weak link in a hose.

[@killra]

Hi there. Isn’t there has 4 lock in the back of the washer you have to screw it off?

[@garrettgibbons]

Shout out to the homie sitting in the corner at 5:22

[@OthmanAlikhan]

Thanks for the video =)

[@Darendien]

This is what loving your work looks like. Thanks so much!

[@anotherdawn527]

Sir, you are a master. I have a question 😊 can I install the dryer vent tube straight out, (like behind the dryer) or has to be done the way you show it in the video?

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

straight out is even better if you can. Cheers!

[@dani4606]

Helpful and then when you did the test on the washer we saw your back but no clue what you did behind the washer there .....

[@maggoo8715]

Great tip, never knew about the bkwds click trick. Jeff's videos are a great, great source of DIY info, but I am a little surprised with this one. Too many fire hazards. Google 'how to install dryer ducting' and you will be instructed to go: 1. always smooth wall ducts when possible/practical, ie, metal pipe ducting, NEVER accordion. 2. junction points should always go 'male to female' ( crimped into uncrimped ). The dryer will always have a male/crimped end coming out, and be joined by going into a female/uncrimped end. You should try to continue this crimped into uncrimped sequence in your entire duct run. In the video, Jeff changes the overhead female/uncrimped end into a male/crimped in order for the accordion female to fit easier. But this is not optimal. You just introduced an air-flow restriction point, which both reduces dryer efficiency and makes motor work harder. And creates a 'lint trap' fire hazard. 3. never use screws ( and even rivets are discouraged ) which penetrate the ducting. Screws are lint catchers. Its been said already down below, but accordion style ducts are lint-catching fire hazards.

[@karlee8608]

Great video - one question though - does it matter if you put the exhaust duct for the dryer lower or higher? and is there any cons to it?