Chimney Inspection in Milwaukee
A close look at your chimney and fireplace before you use them, or when you've just moved in. Call, or request a quote.
- Before fireplace season
- New homeowners
- Milwaukee homes
Get a quote for chimney inspection
Send your address and what's going on. We'll call you back to set a time.
Why inspect once a year
The National Fire Protection Association recommends inspecting chimneys, fireplaces and vents at least once a year. An inspection checks the accessible parts of the system for buildup, blockages, cracks and water damage, and can show whether cleaning, repair or a closer look is needed.
It's also a good first step if you've just moved in or haven't used the fireplace in years. A general home inspection may not include a full look inside the flue.
If you think a chimney fire is happening, leave the house and call 911. Don't use the fireplace again until it's been inspected.
When to book an inspection
You just moved in
Check your home inspection report to see whether the inside of the flue was examined.
It hasn't been checked in a year
Once a year is the standard, whether or not you've noticed a problem.
Something seems off
An odd smell, a weak draft, or smoke coming into the room.
From first call to booked visit
1. Tell us what's going on
Call, or send the form with your address and what you've noticed.
2. We call you back
We go over the details with you and work out which service fits.
3. We set a time
Your visit is booked once we've spoken, never before.
Chimney Inspection: common questions
What happens during a chimney inspection?
The accessible parts of the chimney and fireplace are checked for buildup, blockages, cracks and water damage. NFPA 211 describes three inspection levels. Level 2 adds a video scan or equivalent look inside the flue, and applies when a property changes hands or after a chimney fire.
How often should a chimney be inspected?
At least once a year. The National Fire Protection Association standard (NFPA 211) calls for an annual inspection of chimneys, fireplaces and vents, and a cleaning whenever buildup calls for it. How often you need sweeping depends on how much wood you burn and how dry it is.
I'm buying a home with a fireplace. Should the chimney be inspected?
Yes. NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 inspection when a property changes hands, and a general home inspection may not include a full look inside the flue. Check the inspection report to see what was covered.
What if I think I'm having a chimney fire?
Get everyone out of the house and call 911. Signs include a loud roaring or popping, dense smoke, and flames or sparks from the top of the chimney. Don't use the fireplace again until the chimney has been inspected.
Need chimney inspection in Milwaukee?
Tell us your address and what's going on. We'll call you back to talk it through and set a time.
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- We call you back before anything is booked
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