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Inspecting the chimney and fireplace in Bal Harbour

Our family team inspects the chimney you have, masonry or factory-built, against what it should be.

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What people notice before an inspection

  • White deposits on the chimney brick
  • Roof work finished around the chimney
  • Plans to add an insert
  • Flaking brick faces on the chimney
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Inspection decisions for your fireplace

Inspecting flashing where chimney meets roof

Where the chimney passes through the roof, metal flashing closes the gap. We look for lifted edges, open seams, missing sealant and rust. The details differ with the roof covering, so we note what the roof is made of around the chimney.

Water stains on a ceiling or wall near the chimney often trace back to this joint. We link the flashing findings to any interior stains you have seen. Repair would be priced separately, and we explain whether roof work is also involved.

Checking the lintel above the opening

Above the fireplace opening, a lintel carries the masonry over the gap. Heat and water can rust a steel lintel or crack the masonry around it. A sagging line above the opening or cracks running up from its corners are worth a close look.

We look at the lintel where it can be seen and at the brick or stone around it. If the lintel is concealed behind a finish, we say so. Repair of a failing lintel is a separate job, and we explain whether it limits use of the fireplace.

Stains on walls or ceilings near the chimney

A brown stain on a ceiling or wall beside the chimney usually means water has traveled from the roof line or the chimney into the house. The stain may be some distance from where the water enters.

Tell us when the stain appeared and whether it grows after rain. We look at the flashing, crown and masonry above it and at the attic if it can be reached. The findings explain the most likely path and how to confirm it.

Glazed deposits found during inspection

A hard, glossy coating on the flue walls is a different finding from ordinary soot. It resists brushing and can hide the surface beneath. It also suggests the fires have been burning cool and smoky.

We note where the coating is and how far it extends. Removing it is a separate treatment, and in some cases relining is the better choice. We explain both options and suggest leaving the fireplace unused until you decide. The choice depends on the lining underneath as much as on the coating itself.

The inspection scope agreed at the start

  • Exterior brick, stone or stucco
  • Chase cover and chase siding
  • Attic view of the chimney where reachable
  • Top-mounted damper and cable

Inspection answers for homes in Bal Harbour

What if part of the chimney cannot be seen?

We tell you which part, why it could not be seen and whether it matters for your question. The written record lists it. If more access is needed, we explain what it would involve and what it would cost.

Should I have the chimney inspected after roof work?

It is a sensible step. Roof work disturbs the flashing and can leave debris or tarps on the chimney top. We look at the top, the flashing and the flue for anything that changed.

Is a chimney that serves a gas appliance included?

Yes. We identify the flue and look at its condition and the top as far as access allows. The appliance itself is a separate gas service matter, and we tell you when it needs that visit.

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