Inspecting the chimney and fireplace in North Miami
From the roof down to the hearth, we inspect what can be reached and name what cannot.
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- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Reasons to have the chimney inspected
- Water stains near the chimney
- A missing or loose chimney cap
- Sounds of animals in the flue
- Scorch marks near the fireplace opening
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Chimney inspection details for households in North Miami
Looking into the smoke chamber
Above the damper, the smoke chamber slopes inward to meet the flue. Its walls should be smooth enough to guide smoke upward. Rough, stepped or cracked walls hold deposits and can let heat reach the surrounding masonry.
We look at the chamber from below with a strong light and describe its shape and surface. If parging or other repair is advisable, it goes on the estimate as a separate line. If the chamber looks sound, the written record says that too.
The estimate that follows the inspection
When the inspection finds work worth doing, each item goes on a free written estimate. The estimate names the part, the repair and the price. Related items are listed separately so you can see what each one costs.
You can approve all, some or none of it. If one repair depends on another, we explain the order. There are no hidden fees added later, and a change in scope is discussed with you before it happens. The estimate uses the same part names as the findings, so the two are easy to match.
The written record of what was inspected
After the visit, you receive a written record of the inspection. It lists the parts looked at, how each was accessed and what was found. Parts that could not be reached are listed too.
Keep it with the fireplace manual and any estimates. It gives the next person who works on the chimney a starting point. If you act on a repair, the record also shows what the condition was before the work. That before-and-after view is useful if a question about the repair ever comes up.
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.
The inspection scope agreed at the start
- Exterior brick, stone or stucco
- Signs of water entry inside and out
- Lintel above the fireplace opening
- Metal liner top plate and cap
Asking about an inspection in North Miami
Do you give a written record after the inspection?
Yes. It lists the parts looked at, how each was reached, what was found and what could not be seen. Any repairs are on a separate written estimate so you can compare them easily.
Does the inspection check clearances to wood and trim?
It checks the clearances we can see, such as trim around the opening and framing visible in an attic. Clearances inside finished walls are usually concealed, and the written record says so.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- 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.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Spalling Brick Repair and Chimney Brick ReplacementReplace deteriorated chimney bricks while retaining suitable surrounding masonry.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
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