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NEW HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® PRODUCT: NOW AVAILABLE IN BLACK!
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HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Code Compliant Steel Dryer Exhaust VentGuards™

DEV8S  |  DEV6S

NEW PRODUCT! DEV8SBL + DEV6SBL

These code-compliant dryer vent covers feature vertical bars that create a barrier against birds and wildlife, helping to prevent lint buildup and dryer fires. Available in two colors and two sizes, the 8” model covers 6” dryer vents and the 6” model covers 4” dryer vents.

Pioneering Exclusion Solutions for Over 75 Years™

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Product Description

Both dryer vent cover models are forged from steel with a white or black powder coat paint finish to help protect against rust. The front panel with its vertical bars is held in place by a zinc-coated steel clip, and the panel opens on a hinge system to allow for routine dryer vent maintenance. The covers come with three pre-drilled mounting holes that accommodate screws for quick, easy installation.

Product Guide

Two Sizes Available

The 8” model covers up to 6” vents, and the 6” model covers up to 4” vents.

Easy-Open Front

Front panel opens on a hinge system to allow for regular dryer vent cleaning and maintenance.

Steel Construction

Solid steel frame prevents nuisance wildlife from gaining access to dryer vent.

  • Product Features
  • Retail Specs
  • Shipping Specs
  • ICC® Specs
HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Code Compliant Steel Dryer Exhaust VentGuards™
  • Protects against Lint Buildup, Dryer Fires, and Wildlife Entry
  • Steel Construction
  • Code-Compliant Vertical Exclusion Bars
  • Front Opens on a Hinge to Allow Regular Vent Cleaning and Maintenance
  • Front Panel Locks Closed via a Zinc-Coated Steel Clip
  • Frame Features 3 Pre-Drilled Holes to Facilitate Easy Installation
  • 8” Model Fits up to 6” Vents
  • 6” Model Fits up to 4” Vents
  • Available in White and Black Powder Coat Paint Finishes
  • Provides a Clean, Professional Wildlife Exclusion Solution™
HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Code Compliant Steel Dryer Exhaust VentGuards™
Model Number
Description
UPC
Quantity
Retail Width x Depth x Height (in)
Retail Weight (lbs)
DEV6SBL
Fits Up to 4” Vents
020729103202
1
7-¾ x 5 x 6-½
1.25
DEV6SW
Fits Up to 4” Vents
020729103004
1
7-¾ x 5 x 6-½
1.25
DEV8SBL
Fits Up to 6” Vents
020729103219
1
9 x 5-¼ x 9
1.75
DEV8SW
Fits Up to 6” Vents
020729103035
1
9 x 5-¼ x 9
1.75
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HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Code Compliant Steel Dryer Exhaust VentGuards™
Model Number
Description
UPC
Case Pack
Shipping Width x Depth x Height (in)
Shipping Weight (lbs)
DEV6SBL
Fits Up to 4” Vents
020729103202
6
9-½ x 8-¼ x 13
8.90
DEV6SW
Fits Up to 4” Vents
020729103004
6
9-½ x 8-¼ x 13
8.90
DEV8SBL
Fits Up to 6” Vents
020729103219
6
10-½ x 10-¾ x 12
11.65
DEV8SW
Fits Up to 6” Vents
020729103035
6
10-½ x 10-¾ x 12
11.65
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HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Code Compliant Steel Dryer Exhaust VentGuards™

HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Code Compliant Steel Dryer Exhaust VentGuards™

Don't Just Remove. Exclude.™

Whole Home Exclusion™

HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® exists to provide roof-to-foundation protection against nuisance wildlife. We work directly with wildlife exclusion and pest control experts in the field to develop cutting-edge exclusion solutions. As homes and business facilities change, we’ll continue to adapt our production processes and product selection to build the exclusion tools that meet your needs.

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HY-GUARD EXCLUSION’S® “CERTIFIED INSTALLER” seal represents a comprehensive understanding of the Whole Home Exclusion™ process. Homeowners trust Certified Installers to defend their homes against nuisance wildlife, and HY-GUARD EXCLUSION relies on Certified Installers to promote, explain, install, and maintain our wildlife exclusion products on homes and businesses everywhere.

Learn more about how you can become a HY-GUARD EXCLUSION Certified Installer today!

A HY-C COMPANY™ Warranty

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Our HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® brand provides safe, secure, and durable products to Improve Your Life and the Life of Your Home™. Designed and manufactured as long-lasting Home Solutions Built Better™, our warranty applies to products installed properly and used in accordance with the intended use. We reserve the right to refuse warranty coverage based upon field modifications, improper installation, and/or improper use. Our warranty applies to the original purchaser of product and is non-transferable. All warranty claims must include a copy of the original invoice showing the date purchased, seller name, and model number. Warranty coverage commences on the date of purchase. Our liability under this warranty is limited to the replacement cost of the product purchased and does not cover any costs of shipping, labor, or consequential damages related to the performance of the product.

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