Chimney sweeping
Thorough cleaning for a safer, more efficient fireplace. Removes creosote, the leading cause of chimney fires — once a year for a chimney in regular use.
Inspections
Level 1, 2 and 3 inspections to ensure your chimney is safe and up to code, with a written report. Level 2 is what a house sale or an insurance claim usually needs.
Do I need a chimney inspection to sell my house?
Usually yes — a Level 2 inspection is the one asked for when a property changes hands. It includes a video scan of the flue, and it produces the dated written report a buyer, lawyer or insurer will want to see.
What that means
Level 1 is the routine annual check on a chimney in continued service with no changes: the readily accessible parts, inside and out, and the flue.
Level 2 adds a video scan of the full flue and is required when the property changes hands, after a chimney fire, or when the appliance or the fuel changes.
Level 3 involves removing part of the structure to confirm a suspected serious hazard. It is rare, and only ever follows a Level 1 or 2.
Signs you need this
- You are buying or selling the property
- There has been a chimney fire, however small
- You are changing the appliance or the fuel
- An insurer has asked for a report
If any of those sound familiar, ring us — it costs nothing to ask, and most of these are cheaper to deal with early.
Other things we do
Masonry repair
Repointing, tuckpointing and brick replacement. We photograph what we found before any work is agreed.
Waterproofing
Protect your chimney from water damage and deterioration. A breathable repellent on sound brick, after any repairs, so weather stays on the outside.
Crown and cap repair
New crowns and caps built to last. The crown throws water clear of the brick; the cap keeps rain, leaves and animals out of the flue.
Chimney liners
Stainless steel liners for safety and efficiency. Relining a damaged or unlined flue so combustion gases stay inside the chimney where they belong.
Book inspections
Tell us what you need and we will ring you back to confirm a time.