Chimney inspection in Flagler Village, explained at the hearth
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Moments that call for a safety inspection
- Pieces of tile in the firebox
- White deposits on the chimney brick
- Plans to add an insert
- Cracks in the wall beside the fireplace
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What happens during a chimney check
Inspecting after roof work or a strong storm
NFPA 211 calls for a chimney to be looked at after an event likely to have damaged it. A strong storm or a tree limb striking the top are examples, and roof work around the chimney deserves the same care. Damage from these can be hard to see from the ground.
Tell us what happened and when. We look at the cap, crown, flashing and masonry first, then the flue for anything that fell inside. The findings separate new damage from earlier wear, which helps when you decide what to repair.
Findings explained before we leave
At the end of the inspection, we go through what we found at the fireplace and, where useful, outside. Each finding is linked to the part it concerns and to what it means for use. You can ask questions while the evidence is in front of you.
We separate confirmed defects from things that look suspect but cannot be confirmed. We also say what is in good order. A list of problems without that context is hard to act on, so we give you the whole picture.
Checking the spark screen at the top
The screen on a chimney cap stops embers leaving the flue and keeps animals out. A screen that is torn, rusted through or missing lets both happen. One that is clogged with soot can slow the draft.
We look at the whole screen when the top can be reached and note its condition. Cleaning, repair or replacement are separate items, and we explain which one fits what we found. If the cap itself is sound, a screen repair may be all it needs.
Inspecting before you light the next fire
An inspection before a planned fire is a sensible step when the fireplace has not been looked at in some time. It confirms the flue is clear, the damper works and nothing has changed at the top.
Book it with enough time before you intend to use the fireplace. If the inspection finds something to repair, you then have time to decide and schedule it without rushing. A repair squeezed in before a planned fire is harder to do well.
What sits inside the inspection scope
- Deposits and blockages in the flue
- Findings explained at the fireplace
- Free written estimate for any work
- Signs of animals or nesting
Chimney inspection questions, answered plainly
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.
What happens if you find an animal in the chimney?
We stop before anything is disturbed. Some species and active nests are protected, so the next step may be a wait, a referral or an animal removal visit. The entry point is noted for repair once the flue is empty.
What if your findings differ from an earlier opinion?
Show us the earlier findings. We look at the same parts and explain where we agree, where we differ and why. The goal is a clear basis for your decision.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Chimney RepairAssess storm-related chimney concerns and distinguish temporary protection from permanent component repair.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo