Soot Puff Back & Soot Cleanup Experts
A puff back, in the most extreme case, can cause your home or business to be covered in soot. Soot is not only difficult to clean and unsightly, but it also has the potential to cause health problems -- typically respiratory issues -- for you and your family. The soot caused by a puff back can also damage valuable property and belongings.
Puff backs typically occur when the oil burner does not immediately ignite, causing a buildup within your furnace that can lead to an explosion. Older furnaces and homes are more at risk than newer systems and constructs.
If Your Home or Business Experiences Soot from a Puff Back:
- Do not attempt to wash wallpaper or flat-painted walls, as improper cleaning will further compound the soot residue.
- Do not use retail cleaning solutions or soap. These will only smear and spread the soot, not fully remove it.
- Do not try to clean carpets and upholstered furniture.
- Avoid touching items in the home. Soot on hands can easily permeate upholstery, walls, and woodwork, causing additional damage.
Soot Travels Quickly & Will Reappear if Not Immediately Removed
We offer emergency cleanup and restoration services 24/7 and direct insurance billing. To learn more about our puff back cleanup and restoration services, please contact us today, 973-447-3363 and we will be right out to see the damage and educate you on what needs to be done!
PDQ’s Soot Puff Back Cleaning & Odor Removal Process
- Thorough assessment and documentation of your soot emergency.
- Photographs and measurements will be taken during this phase.
- Record and document the disposal of necessary food and medications.
- Immediate placement of HEPA air scrubbers and hydroxyls to begin soot and odor mitigation.
- Contact insurance carrier/adjuster to give them the size and scope of the project.
- Deploy 8-12 people almost immediately to clean and decontaminate the affected structure and contents.
- Schedule HVAC air duct cleaning and sanitation for soot and odor.
- Replace all air filters in the HVAC systems.
- Coordinate the cleaning of soft goods, such as clothing, bedding, draperies, furniture, etc.
- Discuss rebuild options (painting, carpeting, cabinetry, etc.) with you & your adjuster regarding your claim.
Puff Back Related Information
- Dangers of Soot
- Is the cleanup covered by my insurance?
- FREE soot cleanup guide
- How to Deodorize
- What do I do with my food?
- Should I stay at a hotel?
Do you have concerns about soot? Call Us: 973-447-3363
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