A clear chimney inspection for your home in Tamarac
No repair package decided in advance, only findings from your chimney and choices that follow from them.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Reasons to have the chimney inspected
- A rusted or stuck damper
- A house sale or purchase underway
- A fireplace sealed by a previous owner
- Flaking brick faces on the chimney
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Inspection decisions for your fireplace
Inspecting the crown at the top of the chimney
The crown is the top surface of a masonry chimney that sheds water away from the flue. The Florida Building Code's chimney chapter describes it as sloped, with a way for water to drip clear of the walls. Cracks and gaps around the flue let water in, and a flat top holds it there.
We look at the crown when the roof can be reached safely. Hairline cracks and wide splits lead to different repairs, and we explain which one applies. If the crown cannot be reached, the record says so and we explain what that leaves unknown.
What an attic view adds to the inspection
If the chimney passes through an attic, that space can show things the roof and firebox cannot. We look for water stains on framing, clearances between the chimney and wood, and the condition of the chimney where it crosses the roof deck.
Tell us how to reach the attic and whether the opening is clear. We do not move stored belongings without asking. If the attic cannot be entered safely, we note it and explain what that leaves unconfirmed. Where it helps, a return visit for the attic alone can be arranged.
Inspecting a cleanout door or ash dump
Some masonry chimneys have a cleanout door low on the flue or an ash dump below the firebox. These openings give access for cleaning. A door that no longer closes, or one that is rusted open, lets air, water or animals in.
We open the door if it moves freely and look at what has collected inside. A door that is stuck is not forced. Its condition is noted, and repair or replacement is listed separately if you want it.
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.
The inspection scope agreed at the start
- Attic view of the chimney where reachable
- Findings explained at the fireplace
- Free written estimate for any work
- Metal liner top plate and cap
Common questions about chimney checks
What if part of the chimney cannot be seen?
We tell you which part, why it could not be seen and whether it matters for your question. The written record lists it. If more access is needed, we explain what it would involve and what it would cost.
Can you find where water is getting into the chimney?
Usually. We look at the crown, cap, flashing and masonry with the timing of the water in mind. When looking alone is not enough, a hose water test can narrow it down when the job calls for it.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Top-Sealing Damper InstallationFit a top-mounted damper only after checking the fireplace, product restrictions and control route.
- Chimney Leak RepairFind the chimney water entry point and plan a repair before restoring the damaged finish.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Ventless Gas Fireplace ServiceService the identified vent-free appliance without bypassing its required safety components.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and 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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