Every gas water heater installed inside a home must have a vent that terminates to open air to exhaust the carbon monoxide fumes created by heating the water.

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This is true for the safety of the occupants of the home. Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that can cause illness or even death if inhaled in high concentrations. The vent allows the gas to safely exit the home and disperse into the atmosphere.

Every Gas Water Heater Installed Inside a Home Must Have