I'm thinking I'd rather not insulate either .I'd actually like the heat radiating from the venting while the dryer is on to help keep the crawl space warmer .

thanks j.d

also wanted to add --should I insulate the rigid duct with anything to prevent condensation ?

my washer and dryer are in the hallway . I've only recently become concerned over the poor set up of dryer venting the previous owner and manufacturer came up with the dryer isnt against a wall for easy venting ,it is in the hallway .The vent journey begins naturally from behind the dryer /then thro...

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