Chimney inspection for homes in Ojus
From the roof down to the hearth, we inspect what can be reached and name what cannot.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Signs that call for a chimney check
- A strong storm has passed through
- A fireplace sealed by a previous owner
- Flaking brick faces on the chimney
- No record of any earlier inspection
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What the inspection covers and what it cannot
Tracing water that enters the chimney
Water shows up in many forms. Stains on the firebox, rust on the damper, a damp smell, white deposits on brick and a wet ceiling are all examples. Each sign points to a different part of the path. The timing matters too, such as whether it appears during rain or a day later.
Tell us when you have seen water and where. We look at the crown, cap, flashing and masonry with that pattern in mind. The inspection names the most likely entry points and explains how confident we are in each.
A chimney inspection for a home sale
When a house is being bought or sold, the chimney questions are usually specific. Share what the buyer, seller or agent needs to know before the visit. The scope is agreed at the start, so the inspection answers those questions.
Findings are explained on site and written down, and any repair comes with a free written estimate. We describe the condition we saw. We do not issue a pass or fail for the whole chimney, and concealed parts stay described as concealed.
A fireplace that was sealed by someone else
A fireplace closed with a board, panel or masonry may have been sealed for a reason. It may have failed, leaked or simply fallen out of use. The reason is often not recorded.
Before reopening it, have the chimney inspected. We look at what can be reached from the opening and the top and explain what we found. If the seal must come off to answer the question, that is agreed as a separate step. We also check the top, because a sealed fireplace below does not stop water or animals entering above.
Stains on walls or ceilings near the chimney
A brown stain on a ceiling or wall beside the chimney usually means water has traveled from the roof line or the chimney into the house. The stain may be some distance from where the water enters.
Tell us when the stain appeared and whether it grows after rain. We look at the flashing, crown and masonry above it and at the attic if it can be reached. The findings explain the most likely path and how to confirm it.
From firebox to cap, what gets inspected
- Flashing at the roof junction
- Visible clearances to combustible material
- Deposits and blockages in the flue
- Free written estimate for any work
Asking about an inspection in Ojus
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.
Is a chimney that serves a gas appliance included?
Yes. We identify the flue and look at its condition and the top as far as access allows. The appliance itself is a separate gas service matter, and we tell you when it needs that visit.
Can the inspection trace an odor coming from the fireplace?
It aims to. Tell us when the smell appears. We look at deposits, water in the masonry, debris on the smoke shelf and air moving down the flue, then explain which source the evidence supports.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo