A clear chimney inspection for your home in The Hammocks
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
What people notice before an inspection
- A missing or loose chimney cap
- A house sale or purchase underway
- A strong storm has passed through
- Sounds of animals in the flue
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Chimney inspection details for households in The Hammocks
Flaking brick faces on the chimney
Brick that flakes, pops or loses its face is usually reacting to water trapped inside it. The damage can spread once the hard outer face is gone. BIA guidance on brick maintenance says to find the moisture source before repairing the damage it caused.
We look at how much of the chimney is affected and where the water may be coming from. Replacing damaged brick without dealing with the water only resets the clock. The estimate explains both parts, the brick and the source. We also say whether the damage is spreading or has stopped, as far as we can tell.
Signs of movement in the chimney structure
A chimney that leans, pulls away from the house wall or shows long diagonal cracks may be moving. Loose courses of brick at the top and gaps where the chimney meets the siding are other signs.
We describe what we see and how far it extends. Movement can have several causes, and some need a deeper look than a free inspection can give. We explain what we can conclude, what we cannot and what the next step would be. Until the cause is known, keep people and belongings clear of any loose masonry at the top.
Glazed deposits found during inspection
A hard, glossy coating on the flue walls is a different finding from ordinary soot. It resists brushing and can hide the surface beneath. It also suggests the fires have been burning cool and smoky.
We note where the coating is and how far it extends. Removing it is a separate treatment, and in some cases relining is the better choice. We explain both options and suggest leaving the fireplace unused until you decide. The choice depends on the lining underneath as much as on the coating itself.
How the building code fits an existing chimney
The Florida Building Code sets how chimneys and fireplaces are built. An existing chimney is judged for its condition and safe use. Where something differs from what the code describes, we tell you and explain why it matters.
Not every difference means the chimney must be rebuilt. Some affect safety directly and some do not. We explain the practical effect of each one, so you can decide what to correct and when. The written record keeps the two kinds apart, so the urgent items do not get lost among the minor ones.
What the free chimney inspection covers
- Flue lining along the reachable length
- Crown condition at the chimney top
- Exterior brick, stone or stucco
- Deposits and blockages in the flue
Inspection answers for homes in The Hammocks
Will you tell me if the fireplace is unsafe to use?
Yes, plainly and in writing. When a finding rules out using the fireplace ahead of a repair, you hear it before we leave, along with what would change that.
What can you tell about a chimney that was sealed shut?
We look at what can be reached from the opening and the top and explain what we found. If the seal has to come off to answer your question, that is agreed as a separate step with its own price.
Do you inspect the attic around the chimney?
When the chimney passes through an attic that can be entered safely, yes. It can show water stains on framing and clearances that cannot be seen from the roof or the room.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Chimney Chase Cover ReplacementReplace the chase top with a properly planned cover and clearly defined pipe connections.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- 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