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Power Vent

A power vent water heater uses an electric blower to push exhaust gases out through plastic pipe, usually through a sidewall, instead of relying on a chimney.

Blower motor and PVC exhaust on top of a power vent water heater

Power vent units need a 120-volt outlet and correct vent routing. They are a common answer when a home no longer has a usable chimney or the heater is being moved.

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