Chimney inspection that starts with your question in Goulds
Upfront pricing, no hidden fees and time to ask about every line of the estimate.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Moments that call for a safety inspection
- Water stains near the chimney
- A smell from the fireplace after rain
- Flaking brick faces on the chimney
- No record of any earlier inspection
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Inspecting the fireplace and chimney together
Scratching or calling sounds in the chimney
Sounds from inside the chimney usually mean an animal has moved in. An inspection can confirm where the animal is and how it got in. The flue may not be worked on until the animal question is settled. Some species and nests are protected.
Tell us what you hear and when. We look from a safe position and tell you what comes next, whether that is waiting, a referral or an animal removal visit. The entry point is then noted so it can be closed once the flue is empty.
A chimney safety inspection in Goulds
A safety inspection in Goulds focuses on the conditions that affect whether the fireplace can be used. Those include the lining, clearances to combustible material, the damper, deposits in the flue and blockages at the top.
Each finding is marked by whether it affects use now. If something must be fixed before the next fire, we say so and put it in writing. Other items are explained so you can plan them at your own pace. A safety inspection does not replace the rest of the findings, and we list those as well.
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.
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.
Parts checked during your inspection
- Flashing at the roof junction
- Attic view of the chimney where reachable
- Cleanout door or ash dump condition
- Free written estimate for any work
Chimney safety inspection questions
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.
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.
Do you look at the crown during the inspection?
Yes, when the roof can be reached safely. We look for cracks, failed sealant where the crown meets the flue and a top that holds water. Hairline cracks and wide splits call for different repairs, and we explain which applies.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Chimney Liner Installation and ReliningPlan a compatible chimney liner installation with the existing passage, connections and maintenance access considered together.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo