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Boiler or Furnace Puffback : Causes and Soot Damage Restoration

Boiler or furnace puffback

When it comes to home heating systems, boilers and furnaces are common choices among homeowners in Philadelphia. Though these pieces of equipment are manufactured with sound technology, they are likely to misfire and cause a puffback, especially during the winter months.  An event such as this may seem harmless at the beginning but can wreak […]

What is Soot, common causes of occurring and why is it dangerous?

what is soot and common causes of occurance

Soot is the black, powdery substance that collects after a fire or other combustion activity. It is essentially a byproduct of the incomplete burning of carbon-based materials and is hazardous to human health when exposed to by inhalation, absorption (through the skin) or ingestion. In this post, we’ll examine soot in more detail, go over […]