8 Reasons Why You Need To Inspect Your Chimney

1. Safety and Function:
   A safe fireplace is one that functions appropriately. Get peace of mind and check the interior system of your chimney to assist preserve a working fireplace that keeps you warm and safe.
2. Type 2 Chimney Inspection:
   Get an in-depth NFPA Level II Venting Inspection or NFPA 211 in the event of buying or offering a home, weather damage or fire, or if you want to use your fireplace for extended durations.
3. Missing a Cap:
   If your chimney is missing a cap, then you require an evaluation. Caps keep animals and particles out of your chimney. We custom produce chimney caps at a very budget-friendly rate!
4. Identifying Problems:
   As a responsible homeowner you know the value of yearly maintenance for keeping a home safe while you live there and the home value up if you ever choose to offer. Our yearly assessments ensure a safe satisfaction of your fireplace and no pricey surprises down the line.
5. Creosote Removal:
   Creosote is a combustible byproduct of wood combustion that can lead to a chimney fire if not removed. An examination or cleaning will make sure your chimney is clear and safe for burning.
6. Change Fuel Source:
   If you ‘d like to change your chimney’s fuel source then you need an inspection to make it happen.
7. Check for Water Leaks:
   Stay ahead of possible expensive water damage to your chimney. An assessment can identify if there’s water entering your chimney and prevent degeneration while advising the appropriate repair work. This may vary from small masonry repair work, setup of flue caps, replacement of the leading cement referred to as the crown wash.
8. Set a Benchmark for Inspection:
   When you purchase a new home, you might not know when the last owner cleaned or inspected the chimney. In this case, it’s essential to set up an assessment to set a criteria on the health of your chimney, and set recurrent check ups for the safety and optimum performance of your system. Annual chimney examinations can discover developing concerns ahead of time and avoid your fireplace from smoking into the residential property and triggering dangerous indoor conditions.

Select a Certified Inspector

Our team of {in-house|internal} professionals is ready to answer any questions and carry out high quality examinations backed by expertise, understanding and professionalism. We perform all levels of assessment:

Level I Inspection:

In a Level 1 inspection, your technician will take a look at the accessible areas of the chimney outside, interior and easily accessible parts of the device and the chimney connection to assess the integrity of the chimney structure, flue, and connections.

This examination is recommended for a chimney under ongoing service, under the exact same conditions, and with the continued use of the exact same device.

Level II Inspection:

A more {in-depth|extensive|thorough} method than a Level 1 evaluation, including the examination of accessible parts of the chimney exterior and interior such as attics, crawl spaces, and basements with visual assessment by video scanning.

It also addresses correct clearances from combustibles and it is required when any changes or replacements are made to the system, including fuel type and materials.

Furthermore, a Level 2 evaluation is required upon the sale or transfer of a property or after an operation malfunction or external event that is most likely to have actually caused damage to the chimney.

When a Level 1 or Level 2 assessment recommends a concealed danger and the examination can not be carried out without special tools to gain access to concealed areas of the chimney or flue, a Level 3 assessment is recommended.

Level III Inspection:

A Level 3 examination consists of everything in a Level 1 and a Level 2 examination, in addition to the removal of certain elements of the structure or chimney where necessary.

When serious risks are thought, a Level 3 inspection might be required to identify the condition of the chimney system.

As a family owned and operated business, we take excellent pride in the quality of our work, we’ll beat any written price quote by a licensed company and provide military and senior discounts.

Five Star Client Reviews

Linares Lisa

2022-05-05

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"There seem to be dark and odd stains on the wall next to the fireplace. We asked for advice from experts in the field, who recommended that a chimney inspection was the best option. They were able to immediately fix the issue.

Coty Clark

2022-04-30

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"We noticed a weird odor coming from the fireplace when we lighted it. We were astonished to see a dead rat after they completed the Chimney inspection. It was cleaned, and the odor was gone. "

Karolin Wurfel

2022-04-29

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My chimney required cleaning, and I considered doing it myself, but I couldn't. These chimney sweeps arrived in uniforms and masks and performed an excellent job cleaning up. This is something they are great at.

jenny tsai

2022-04-28

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Eli Yon did very excellent job for my chimney. I am very happy and highly recommend.

Wayne Julio White

2022-04-28

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They were incredibly responsive and helpful. Great company.I highly recommend Joey with Eco Grizzly!

Anthony Stokes

2022-04-27

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So, what else can I say about this fantastic organization? They did an excellent fireplace installation in my out-of-town property and were kind, punctual, and efficient. I approve of this team.

Yasmine Leroy

2022-04-25

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We decided to look for an expert to repair the problem because the chimney was somewhat damaged and consequently produced a feeble fire. It took less than a day to do the chimney repair, and it's now in fine condition.

kathleen albert

2022-04-23

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Doesn't get any better and reputable than Eco Grizzly. Highly recommend!

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