Professional Chimney Inspections With Detailed Photo Reports
Chimney Wiz evaluates accessible chimney, fireplace, appliance and venting components, documents relevant conditions and explains recommended next steps.
What You Receive With Your Inspection
Inspection Findings by Component
Relevant conditions are organized by chimney, fireplace, appliance and venting components.
Relevant Photographs
Photographs document accessible conditions observed during the inspection.
Technician Notes
Clear notes explain important findings and observed conditions.
Documented Concerns or Damage
Observed safety concerns, deterioration or damage are documented when applicable.
Recommended Next Steps
Maintenance or repair recommendations are based on the conditions observed.
Written Repair Recommendations or Estimates
Written recommendations or estimates may be provided when applicable.
Reasons to Schedule a Chimney Inspection
Chimney inspections help document condition, identify concerns and guide the next steps when maintenance, repairs or system changes are needed.
Annual Inspection
Recommended as part of routine chimney and venting system care.
Cleaning and Inspection
Useful when chimney sweeping is being scheduled or considered.
Home Purchase or Sale
Helps document system condition during a property transaction.
Suspected Chimney Damage
Appropriate when visible deterioration or performance concerns are noticed.
Known or Suspected Chimney Fire
Important when a past or possible chimney fire may have affected the system.
New Appliance or Venting Change
Appropriate when a new appliance is installed or the venting system changes.
Water Leak or Staining
Helpful when leaks, staining or moisture-related issues appear around the chimney.
Insurance Documentation
Can help provide condition documentation when requested for insurance-related purposes.
Levels of Chimney Inspections
Level 1 Inspection
Examination of readily accessible portions under normal continued-use conditions.
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Readily accessible chimney and venting areas
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Appropriate when normal continued use is expected
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Documents visible conditions
Level 2 Inspection
Includes Level 1 plus additional accessible areas and video scanning when system changes, transfer of property, damage events or observed conditions call for it.
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Includes all of Level 1
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Additional accessible areas
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Video scanning when appropriate
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Video scanning of flue liners included.
- Common for property transfer, system changes or damage events
Level 3 Inspection
Includes Level 1 and Level 2 and may require removal of specific components when concealed hazards cannot otherwise be evaluated. Authorization is required before invasive access.
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Includes Levels 1 and 2
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Used when concealed conditions require further evaluation
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Specific components may need to be removed
- Authorization is required before invasive access
Why Choose Chimney Wiz?
Detailed Photo Documentation
Relevant conditions are documented with photographs when appropriate.
Clear Recommendations
Findings and recommended next steps are explained based on observed conditions.
Inspection-First Approach
Service and repair recommendations are based on documented system conditions.
Local Service
Serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.
FAQs
Do I need an inspection or cleaning?
Chimneys should be inspected annually and cleaned when the inspection and level of use indicate cleaning is needed. An inspection helps document the condition of accessible chimney, fireplace, appliance and venting components and can identify whether cleaning, maintenance or repairs should be considered.
Will I receive photos and a written report?
Relevant conditions may be documented with photographs and technician notes. Inspection findings can include observed concerns and recommended maintenance or repair next steps when applicable.
Do you provide real-estate inspections?
Yes. Chimney inspections may be appropriate during a home purchase or sale to help document accessible chimney, fireplace, appliance and venting conditions. Findings may include photographs, technician notes and recommended next steps based on the conditions observed.
What happens if repairs are recommended?
If an inspection identifies conditions that may require repair, Chimney Wiz will explain the findings and the next steps available to you. Written repair recommendations or estimates may be provided when applicable.
Ready to Schedule Your Chimney Inspection?
Schedule an inspection with Chimney Wiz to document accessible system conditions and understand the recommended next steps.