A clear chimney inspection for your home in Sandalfoot Cove
We tell you plainly when a fireplace should not be used and why, and what would change that.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
What people notice before an inspection
- White deposits on the chimney brick
- Roof work finished around the chimney
- Sounds of animals in the flue
- Scorch marks near the fireplace opening
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Chimney inspection details for households in Sandalfoot Cove
Mixed brands of chimney parts
The sections of a factory-built chimney are made to fit parts from the same listed system. A section, cap or support from a different brand may not have been tested with the rest. That can affect clearances and how the joints seal.
When we see parts that do not match, we note where they are and what they are. We explain why it matters and what the manufacturer's instructions expect. Correcting it is a separate repair, priced after we identify which parts are listed for your system.
Checking the lintel above the opening
Above the fireplace opening, a lintel carries the masonry over the gap. Heat and water can rust a steel lintel or crack the masonry around it. A sagging line above the opening or cracks running up from its corners are worth a close look.
We look at the lintel where it can be seen and at the brick or stone around it. If the lintel is concealed behind a finish, we say so. Repair of a failing lintel is a separate job, and we explain whether it limits use of the fireplace.
Inspecting a decorative fireplace that stays unlit
Some fireplaces go unlit and serve only as a feature of the room. The chimney above them still faces rain, sun and animals. Water entering through an unprotected top can damage the masonry and the room below.
An inspection of a decorative fireplace focuses on the top, the damper and signs of water. We also check whether the flue is closed off in a way that suits a fireplace that is not used. If you might light it one day, we explain what would need checking first.
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.
What the free chimney inspection covers
- Firebox walls, floor and joints
- Flue lining along the reachable length
- Mortar joints on each reachable face
- Signs of water entry inside and out
Questions about fireplace inspections
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.
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.
Can I watch while the chimney is inspected?
Yes. You are welcome to follow along, and we point out parts as we go. Seeing the crown or the smoke chamber once makes the findings much easier to understand.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo