Chimney safety inspection for fireplaces in Pompano Beach
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When a chimney inspection makes sense
- Pieces of tile in the firebox
- Cracks in the crown or brick
- Cracks in the wall beside the fireplace
- No record of any earlier inspection
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Our approach to a fireplace inspection
Inspecting a framed chase and its cover
A factory-built fireplace commonly vents up through a framed chase that hides its metal chimney. The chase has siding or stucco outside and a metal cover on top. We look at the cover for rust, standing water and gaps around the chimney pipe.
We also look for water stains, soft siding or damaged trim that suggest water has reached the framing. The framing itself is usually concealed, and we say so. Chase cover and chase repairs are separate items with their own estimates.
Inspecting a factory-built fireplace
A factory-built fireplace is listed together with the chimney system it was tested with. The Florida Building Code requires both to be installed as the listing and the manufacturer's instructions say. We look for the listing label, the model and the parts that belong to it.
Panels, the firebox shell, the damper and the visible chimney sections are checked for cracks, rust, gaps and damage. We compare what we see with what the manual shows. Repairs have to use listed parts, so identifying the model matters before any estimate.
Inspecting when smoke comes into the room
Smoke in the room is a sign that the chimney is not carrying it away as it should. Stop using the fireplace until the cause is known. The problem may be a blockage, a damper that does not open fully or a flue that is too small or too cold.
We look at each possible cause and tell you which the evidence supports. Some are simple to put right and some are not. The estimate explains the fix that matches the cause rather than trying several things at once.
The standard behind the chimney inspection
NFPA 211 is a national standard for chimneys, fireplaces and vents. It covers their installation, inspection and maintenance. We use it as a reference for what an inspection should look at and how far it should reach.
The standard works alongside the Florida Building Code and the manufacturer's instructions, not in place of them. When a finding relates to one of these documents, we tell you which, so you can see where the concern comes from. Ask us about any finding you want traced back to its source.
Inspection points we record for you
- Cap, screen and fasteners
- Signs of water entry inside and out
- Each flue matched to its appliance
- Attic view of the chimney where reachable
Chimney inspection questions, answered plainly
Do you inspect factory-built fireplaces too?
Yes. We look for the listing label and the model, check the panels, firebox, damper and visible chimney sections, and compare them with the manual. Repairs have to use the manufacturer's listed parts.
Will you look at a fireplace that has an insert?
Yes. We look at the surround, the visible connection and the liner top. Some parts cannot be seen without moving the insert, and we tell you which. Moving it would be a separately agreed step.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace VentingAssess and repair the gas fireplace vent arrangement using components suited to the identified system.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
- Wood-Burning Fireplace Insert InstallationFit a wood-burning insert after assessing its host fireplace and full connection requirements.
- Chimney Chase Cover ReplacementReplace the chase top with a properly planned cover and clearly defined pipe connections.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo