Fireplace and Chimney Inspections

Chimneys and fireplaces need attention to upkeep to avoid possible security and fire dangers.

Fireplaces

During the fireplace inspection, we will inspect the following:

• The kind of fireplace (wood-burning, gas-burning, electric, or ethanol-burning)
• The conditions of the hearth, hearth extensions, and fire chambers
• The condition and functionality of the damper doors
• The presence of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
• Signs of damage or joint separation of the hearth and its extensions
• Inoperable dampers

Brick House Inspections recommends a fireplace cleaning and evaluation prior to use on all home sales.

Chimney

A damaged chimney not only hinders adequate ventilation of a fireplace but can also pose serious danger to the residents of a home or commercial property.

Your inspection will comprise of:

• Chimney outlets
• Crowns and liners
• Flue size
• Flues and liners
• The material and condition of the cleanout doors and frames
• Wall protectors or heat shields