Free chimney inspection from local pros in Lake Cherokee
Tell us what worries you about your Lake Cherokee fireplace. We inspect it for free and explain what we find.
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Checked during your free inspection in Lake Cherokee
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- Crown surface, slope and drip edge
- Chimney cap, lid height and spark screen
- Base flashing, counterflashing and cricket
- Attic view of the chimney where accessible
How we inspect chimneys in Lake Cherokee
The checks below shape what we recommend in Lake Cherokee, and each one is explained on site.
The storm collar where the pipe exits
Where a metal chimney pipe rises through the chase cover, a narrow band called the storm collar turns water away from the gap. One manufacturer's instructions for its chimney system call for that collar to be sealed where it meets the pipe. We check whether the collar on your Lake Cherokee chimney is present, snug and sealed. A missing or slipped collar lets rain run straight down beside the pipe, which is an inexpensive fix once it is spotted. We also confirm the pipe is not caulked solid to the chase top collar, which one maker's manual advises against.
Leaves and debris blocking the flue
A chimney without a working cap collects leaves, small branches and wind-blown debris. Enough of it can narrow the flue or rest on a closed damper for months without anyone noticing. We check the flue, the shelf and the damper at your Lake Cherokee home for anything that should not be there. Clearing a blockage is usually simple, and the notes also cover why it got in, so the fix covers the cause. Debris in the flue is also a clue about the cap, which is usually missing, damaged or fitted with a torn screen.
Fireplaces in attached homes and condominiums
In a townhouse or condominium, the chimney may pass through space you do not own or serve more than one unit. Before we visit a home like that in Lake Cherokee, check with the association or building manager about roof access and who is responsible for the chimney top. We inspect the parts within your unit and those we are permitted to reach, and the notes make clear which items fall to you and which to others. Where the chimney is shared, a problem in one unit can affect another, so anything that may need the association's attention is noted.
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Chimney inspection questions from Lake Cherokee
Still deciding? These answers help, and the inspection in Lake Cherokee is free.
Is the chimney inspection really free?
Yes. You pay nothing for the inspection or the written estimate, and you are not bound to book anything. Cleaning or repairs we recommend are priced upfront so you can decide in your own time.
Can I use the fireplace until you come?
If you have a specific worry, such as water, loose pieces or smoke spilling into the room, leave it unused until the inspection. Otherwise, let the last fire burn out well before the appointment so the system is cold.
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