A clear chimney inspection for your home in Boulevard Gardens
An inspection that separates confirmed defects from open questions, so each decision rests on evidence.
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What people notice before an inspection
- Pieces of tile in the firebox
- Roof work finished around the chimney
- Sounds of animals in the flue
- Cracks in the wall beside the fireplace
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Inspecting your chimney in Boulevard Gardens, part by part
Inspecting the chimney after a new roof
A roof replacement disturbs the joint between chimney and roof. Flashing may have been reused, replaced or left short, and debris or tarps may have ended up on the chimney top. CPSC guidance warns that chimneys should not be blocked by tarps or debris during renovation.
We look at the flashing, the top and the flue for anything left behind. Findings are linked to the roof work where the evidence supports it. That can help if you need to raise a problem with whoever did the roof.
The standard behind the chimney inspection
NFPA 211 is a national standard for chimneys, fireplaces and vents. It covers their installation, inspection and maintenance. We use it as a reference for what an inspection should look at and how far it should reach.
The standard works alongside the Florida Building Code and the manufacturer's instructions, not in place of them. When a finding relates to one of these documents, we tell you which, so you can see where the concern comes from. Ask us about any finding you want traced back to its source.
Heat reaching behind the firebox
Firebrick and panels are there to keep the heat of the fire inside the firebox. Cracks, missing pieces and open joints let heat reach the masonry or framing behind. Scorch marks or darkened wood near the fireplace are a warning sign.
We look closely at the firebox surface and at any nearby trim or framing we can see. If heat may be reaching combustible material, we explain the risk and suggest not using the fireplace until it is repaired. Heat damage behind a firebox is often hidden, so we explain what can and cannot be confirmed.
Metal at the chimney top in marine air
Galvanized and some stainless steels corrode faster where salt-laden air settles on them. American Galvanizers Association and stainless steel industry guidance both note that chlorides shorten the life of exposed steel.
On an inspection, we look closely at caps, screens, chase covers and fasteners for pitting, rust streaks and thinning metal. Where two different metals touch, we check for corrosion at the contact. Replacement parts are discussed with the exposure in mind. Stainless grade and fastener choice matter more here than on chimneys away from salt air.
The inspection scope agreed at the start
- Crown condition at the chimney top
- Flashing at the roof junction
- Attic view of the chimney where reachable
- Concealed parts named as concealed
Questions about fireplace inspections
Is an inspection the same as a chimney cleaning?
No. The inspection evaluates the chimney and fireplace. A cleaning removes deposits. If heavy soot hides the lining, we may suggest cleaning before the lining can be judged, and we say whether that would change your decision.
What can you tell about a chimney that was sealed shut?
We look at what can be reached from the opening and the top and explain what we found. If the seal has to come off to answer your question, that is agreed as a separate step with its own price.
Can I watch while the chimney is inspected?
Yes. You are welcome to follow along, and we point out parts as we go. Seeing the crown or the smoke chamber once makes the findings much easier to understand.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo