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What is a puff back?
A puff back is the explosion of oil built up in the burning chamber of a furnace, water heater, or boiler. It can severely damage the furnace and release soot on walls and furniture through the exhaust system, and results in costly cleaning and restoration.
While the furnace is running, leaky pipes cause oil to build up on the bottom of the oil container. Once accumulated, it will ignite when the next burning cycle starts. A puff back can also occur when the shutdown phase of the burner is working improperly or when the components of the furnace have been poorly maintained.
To prevent a puff back:
When a puff back occurs in a home or business, it is imperative to act fast to prevent further damage. Smoke is highly corrosive and quickly penetrates walls and porous surfaces, making it difficult to eliminate stains and odours.
Urgently call your local PuroClean professional to restore your property and eliminate potential consequences caused by lingering smoke and soot.
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