Should You Blow Down a Boiler at High Fire or Low Fire?

In this edition of Weekly Boiler Tips we ask: should you blow down a boiler at high fire or low fire? Find out why it matters in this episode.
March 4, 2026
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Should you blow down a boiler at high fire or low fire? When performing a bottom blowdown, firing rate matters more than most operators realize. Find out why on this episode. Safety notice: Always consult experts for complex repairs. Weekly Boiler Tips are compiled by the knowledgeable and remarkably prolific content creators at WARE, a family owned, third-generation, 69-year-old commercial and industrial boiler rental and service firm based in Louisville KY. You can learn all about this and more at WARE's Boiler University.

 

 

 
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