Homeowner guide
Which chimney inspection do you need?
An annual check, a home purchase and a suspected hidden hazard need different access.
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Know what to ask before the visit.
Short guides to the things we explain at the hearth.
Or call (737) 240-4400to talk through the visit
Original crew photograph · Chimney inspection — heavy deposits inside a stone flue
Homeowner guide
Where water gets into a chimney
The stain at the fireplace may start several feet above the roof.
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What a gas fireplace service should cover
A good-looking flame does not show the condition of every component.
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Before a fire, check the local restrictions
A screen on the cap does not override a burn restriction.
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Buying a home with a fireplace
Ask for the chimney record while you still have time to act on it.
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Dryer taking two cycles? Check the exhaust.
A restricted vent can leave warm, damp air with nowhere useful to go.
Read the guide →October–March · Plan ahead
Have it checked before you need the fire.
The calendar fills when the weather turns. Dryer vents and gas appliance checks can be scheduled outside chimney season.
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