What to Expect During a Chimney Inspection

A Level 1 chimney inspection is a great way to have peace of mind that your system can provide continued safe sue through the heating season. Cornerstone Masons will arrive promptly at your scheduled chimney inspection appointment time. During your chimney inspection, our techs will collect pictures and data of all accessible chimney components, including especially any hazards, deficiencies, or vulnerabilities.

Once the inspection is completed, our office will compile the data and pictures into an inspection report which will be emailed or mailed to you, usually within 24-48 hours. Typically, our chimney inspection techs will be in and out of your home in one hour, ensuring your home does not get soiled or messy in the area we traverse.

Annual inspections that are part of routine maintenance are considered Level 1 chimney inspections.

A level one inspection is performed, and is many times, done in tandem with a chimney sweep. Out certified technicians will examine the accessible interior and exterior components of your chimney, flue, and fireplace or heating appliance connection. This includes the damper, smoke chamber, firebox, cap, crown and masonry and/or structural elements. The goal is to identify any potential defects or vulnerabilities that could create potential problems, including structural or flue defects and problems with connections to appliance venting. Any blockages, creosote and soot build-up or other defects will be reported to you alone with suggested remedies.

The best time of year to schedule your chimney inspection is in late summer or early fall, before you begin thinking of lighting the first fire of the season. Don't let a neglected chimney become a liability or safety hazard. Contact Cornerstone Masons chimney sweeps today to schedule your chimney inspection.

Our fully trained, certified chimney inspection technicians take pride in providing the best chimney inspection services in all of Central Kentucky. From Lexington KY to Frankfort KY, Georgetown KY, Nicholasville KY, Versailles KY, Winchester KY, Nicholasville KY, and Richmond KY, our professional technicians provide chimney inspection services to all residents in the Bluegrass.