A Chimney inspection should address structural soundness, fire safety and insure a healthy environment through proper containment of noxious gases. An inspector must also be able to clearly and simply communicate to everyone involved the relative importance of each finding. These are skills that a chimney inspector will learn during certification classes.

All Boston Brick & Stone, Inc. Chimney inspectors are certified by F.I.R.E., which is the finest and most thorough inspection certification program available in the United States. We also put our key chimney construction and repair personnel through the same certification. This insures that every member of our chimney team, inspectors, supervisors and production managers have a strong working knowledge of the most current chimney technology available.

Our standard certified chimney inspection consists of:

• The flue and smoke chamber are scanned with a high tech chimney inspection camera.
• Visually inspect the Firebox, throat, damper and smoke chamber.
• Visually inspect the Facing, hearths and all attached components.
• Visually inspect the Foundation and hearth support.
• Visually inspect the chimney where it passes through the attic.
• Visually inspect the chimney at the roof intersection, which includes a thorough look at the flashing and surrounding roof.
• Visually inspect the chimney as it protrudes above the roof line.
• Visually inspect the flue with a powerful light.
• Visually inspect the crown and the attachments.
• Conduct a push test. This is critically important, and requires real experience and knowledge to correctly evaluate the results.
• Following up on any potential problem. This may include more testing and closer examinations.
• On-the-spot reports of facts and solutions complete with repair costs. This picture and diagram filled report is designed to give both laymen and professionals sufficient information to make decisions easily and with confidence.

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For more information on the F.I.R.E. Certification Program go to www.gotofire.com