Smoke and Fire Damage to HVAC Systems Guide
Residential HVAC equipment is vulnerable to smoke and fire damage, but full replacement may not be necessary to return the HVAC system to pre-loss condition. Repairs may be sufficient for some components, and others may have sustained damage from a typically non-covered peril or may be non-damaged.
This guide details four common types of HVAC equipment damage reported in smoke and fire claims, as well as key signs of the damages.
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