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I purchased a co op around 6 months ago and I noticed black soot around the house the last few weeks. Other owners told me that they are having the same problem and that this happened to the 2 years ago and it became progressively worse. The boiler was fixed then but now it is starting again. When we complain to the board, they tell us the boiler is fine and to go through our insurance to get our apartments cleaned! I fear this situtation is going to get worse as it did in the past and I am also concerned with what I am breathing in! Any advice?????
Join the Conversation Comments (2)I think it indicates a problem. I would call 311 if this is inside NYC as a boiler issue. Could be .a chimney blockage, or even a problem with a neighbors system or chimney. Could cause a chimney fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning./death.
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Hi Marianne,
Find out what fuel the boiler uses. If #6 or #4 fuel oil, that fuel will be banned soon and your co-op will have to replace the boiler (or boiler's burner). If #2 fuel then I agree that if sounds like it or a neighbor's boiler might be to blame.
Regardless, put pressure on the Board to tell the owners what the scope of the issue is and when it will be fixed.
Good luck
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