On Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:34:02 -0500, Dave C wrote:

I live on the Connecticut shoreline, where we often have significant
winds (and hurricanes).

We have a gas hot water heater. When the winds come, the gusts are
often strong enough to "blow" that pilot light out. Then I get an AH
"Sh**" from my wife as she tries to take a shower and there is NO Hot
water.

Is there anything I can install on the roof vent. to prevent (limit)
those gusts from going down the vent, thereby "killing" the pilot
llight?


Thanks, for all of the advise, most appreciated!!

I agree that a new, pilotless model would Solve my problem. As the "
No Pilot" situation typiically occurs 6 -8 times a year and our WH
is now working fine, I will defer until I replace the unit.

I was unaware of the Automatic Flue damper option. I will look into
that option, using the link provided.

Thx