Chimney Inspection in New Jersey

Once a year is the standard recommendation for any chimney in use, whether it serves a fireplace, a wood stove or a furnace. Have it inspected sooner after a chimney fire, a bad storm or a change of heating system.

Level 1 is a visual check of the parts you can reach, for a chimney in regular use with no changes. Level 2 adds a camera scan of the flue, used when buying a home or changing the system. Level 3 means opening masonry or walls when a hidden problem is suspected.

It’s a good idea. A general home inspection doesn’t usually include a full look inside the flue. A dedicated chimney inspection checks the liner and masonry too, so you know about any problems before closing.

It depends on the level of inspection, how many flues the chimney has and how easy the roof is to reach. We’ll tell you the cost when you book, and any repair we recommend comes with a free written estimate.

A standard inspection is usually done in a single visit. A camera inspection, or a house with several flues, takes longer. We’ll give you an arrival window when you book so you can plan your day.

Often, yes. Leaks near a chimney usually come from a cracked crown, porous brick, open mortar joints or failed flashing. Because we also work on roofs, we check both the chimney and the roof around it.

Smoke coming into the room, a strong smell from the fireplace, white staining on the brick, pieces of tile or mortar in the firebox and water stains on nearby ceilings are all good reasons to book an inspection.

Yes. A chimney that vents a furnace or boiler needs checking too, even if you never light a fire. Exhaust gases are acidic and can wear down the liner and mortar over time without any visible sign inside the house.