What to Expect During a Professional Chimney Inspection

If you’ve never had your chimney professionally inspected, you’re not alone — and you’re not the only one wondering what actually happens during an inspection.

Here’s exactly what to expect when you hire Affordable Chimney Sweeps.

Step 1: Meet Your Certified Technician

You’ll be greeted by a clean, uniformed, CSIA-certified technician who will explain the inspection process and answer any questions before getting started. We believe in transparency and education — not pressure.

Step 2: Exterior Chimney Check

We start outside by examining:

• The chimney structure (bricks, mortar joints, flashing, cap, crown)
• Roofline and surrounding areas for water damage
• Chimney height and termination

We look for signs of wear, cracks, leaning, or damage from weather and age.

Step 3: Interior & Flue Inspection

Here’s where most companies stop — but we don’t.

We use a high-resolution chimney scan camera to inspect inside the flue. This lets us see:

• Cracked or missing flue tiles
• Creosote buildup
• Blockages or nests
• Structural voids or hidden fire damage

You’ll see exactly what we see, and we’ll explain what it means in plain English.

Step 4: Inspection Report

We provide a detailed inspection report summarizing what we found, any issues that need attention, and recommended next steps. This gives you clear documentation for your records, your insurance company, or real estate transactions.

Optional Add-Ons (If Needed)

Depending on what we find, you may choose to have:

• A cleaning (chimney sweep)
• SmokeTite™ smoke chamber sealing
• A new liner quote
• Masonry repair or rebuild estimates

But we never pressure you. We just give you the facts — and help you make the right call.

Schedule your certified chimney inspection today:
888-50-SWEEP
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