A chimney inspection in Washington Park with findings explained
An inspection that separates confirmed defects from open questions, so each decision rests on evidence.
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Reasons to have the chimney inspected
- A rusted or stuck damper
- White deposits on the chimney brick
- A strong storm has passed through
- Cracks in the wall beside the fireplace
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Chimney inspection details for households in Washington Park
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 the chimney top from the roof
Many of the most important findings sit at the top: the crown, cap, flashing and the flue opening. We reach the roof when it can be walked or reached safely. A wet, steep or fragile roof may limit what we can do on the day.
Tell us about roof coverings that crack underfoot and anything mounted near the chimney. If the top cannot be reached, we look from the ground or a ladder and say what that view could and could not show. A return visit for the top can be arranged.
If a carbon monoxide alarm goes off
A carbon monoxide alarm that sounds is an emergency, not a reason to book an inspection. Do not look for the source. Get everyone out of the house and call 911 from outside. CPSC guidance says to stay out until responders say it is safe to return.
Once the emergency has been handled, the chimney and any connected appliances can be looked at. Keep any notes from the responders. The inspection then focuses on what caused the alarm and what must be fixed before the fireplace is used again.
When the flue needs cleaning to be judged
A thick layer of soot hides the surface of the flue. Cracks, gaps and missing joints can be impossible to judge under it. In that case, we tell you which parts could be seen and which could not.
If the unanswered part matters, a cleaning may need to come before a full judgment of the lining. We explain whether that is likely to change the decision in front of you. If it is not, we do not suggest it. That keeps the steps to the ones that actually help you decide.
The inspection scope agreed at the start
- Deposits and blockages in the flue
- Cleanout door or ash dump condition
- Findings explained at the fireplace
- Concealed parts named as concealed
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.
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.
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.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
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