Laundry Room: what a handyman does
A laundry room handyman visit covers the small repairs that keep the room safe and dry: swapping a damaged dryer duct, hanging shelves and rods, fixing a sticking door, and sealing gaps around the sink and floor. Water supply lines, drains, gas hookups and 240-volt wiring belong to licensed independent contractors.
Jobs we take on
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- Replace a crushed or damaged dryer transition duct with the type the dryer maker specifies
- Reconnect loose dryer duct joints and clear lint from the part of the run that is reachable
- Hang shelves, cabinets and a drying rod over or beside the machines
- Mount a fold-down folding table or an ironing board hook
- Adjust or replace laundry room door hinges, latches and bifold hardware
- Re-caulk where the laundry sink, backsplash and baseboard meet the wall and floor
- Weatherproof around the exterior dryer vent hood with exterior caulk
- Patch drywall dings and touch up paint behind the machines
- Assemble utility shelving, hampers and laundry carts
Signs it is time to call
- Loads take more than one cycle to dry, or the dryer runs very hot to the touch
- Lint builds up around the outdoor vent hood, or its flap barely opens
- The duct behind the dryer is crushed, sagging or coming apart at the joints
- Damp stains, peeling paint or a musty smell near the washer or sink
- Drips under the sink or behind the washer, which point to a supply or drain problem
What is not a handyman job
Water supply valves, drain lines, standpipes and any gas dryer connection go to licensed independent contractors. Illinois limits plumbing work to licensed plumbers. New 240-volt dryer circuits, outlets and panel work go to a licensed independent electrician. A long or hidden duct run that cannot be reached safely, or a new vent route through a wall, goes to a vent specialist or contractor. Enhaus does not do remodels or structural changes.
Plumbing, electrical and roofing go to licensed independent contractors.
What a visit looks like
- We look over the room and agree on the list of repairs before starting.
- We pull machines out only as far as the connections allow, and we protect the floor while we work.
- We clean up and walk you through the finished work.
Common questions
How often should a dryer vent be cleaned?
Clear the lint screen after every load. UL Solutions says the exhaust vent should be inspected annually and cleaned, and that the right frequency depends on how often you dry, the duct layout and the dryer's age. Check your manual. A handyman can clear a short, reachable run. Long or hidden runs may need a vent specialist.
Can you replace the flexible duct behind my dryer?
Yes, as a like-for-like swap. UL notes that flexible transition ducts are limited to 8 feet in a single length and that you should use the duct type your dryer maker recommends, so check the manual first. Moving the vent route through a wall or roof is a separate job for a contractor.
Will you fix a leaking washer hose or laundry faucet?
Those repairs fall under plumbing, and Illinois limits plumbing work to licensed plumbers, so they go to a licensed independent plumber. Enhaus can handle what surrounds the repair once the leak is fixed and the area is dry: caulking, shelving, trim, drywall and paint.
Can you hang shelves over my washer and dryer?
Yes. We find studs, use wall anchors rated for the load where studs do not line up, and leave enough clearance that the lid, controls and vent stay reachable. Keep anything flammable away from the dryer and its vent area, and do not shelve over a dryer vent opening.