Chimney inspection for homes in Liberty City
Tell us what worries you about the fireplace and the inspection is planned around that question.
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When to have the fireplace inspected
- White deposits on the chimney brick
- Flaking brick faces on the chimney
- Scorch marks near the fireplace opening
- Cracks in the wall beside the fireplace
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Chimney safety inspection, step by step
Flues that serve another appliance
A chimney may carry a flue for an appliance other than the fireplace. The Florida Building Code's fuel gas volume covers how gas appliances vent through chimneys. Each flue should serve the equipment it was built or lined for.
We identify each flue and what connects to it, as far as access allows. If a gas appliance vents into the chimney, we note the condition of its flue and the top. We also tell you when the appliance itself needs a gas service visit. We do not guess at connections we cannot see.
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.
Signs of earlier repairs on the chimney
Patches, fresh mortar, sealant along the flashing or a coating on the brick all show that someone has worked on the chimney before. They can be sound repairs or quick fixes that hide a continuing problem.
We note each repair we can see and whether it appears to be doing its job. A patch with fresh staining around it suggests the problem is still active. Records of the earlier work help us judge it fairly. If there are none, we describe the repair as we found it and what it seems to have been meant to fix.
Cracks in the wall around the fireplace
Cracks in plaster or drywall around a fireplace can come from ordinary settling, from heat or from movement in the chimney. Their shape and position help tell them apart. A crack that grows, reopens after patching or runs from the corner of the opening deserves attention.
We note where the cracks are and look at the fireplace and chimney for related signs. The findings say which explanation the evidence supports. Where the cause cannot be confirmed from the surface, we say so and explain how it could be watched or investigated.
From firebox to cap, what gets inspected
- Cap, screen and fasteners
- Mortar joints on each reachable face
- Deposits and blockages in the flue
- Each flue matched to its appliance
Common questions about chimney checks
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 I have to use you for the repairs?
No. The inspection and any repair are separate decisions. The estimate is yours to keep and compare. Should you book it with us inside 72 hours of your free inspection, a 10% discount applies.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo