Family-owned chimney inspection in Lake Como
Buying, selling or just curious in Lake Como? Get a clear, written picture of your chimney at no cost.
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From the hearth to the cap in Lake Como
Checked by our family-owned crew in Lake Como and written into your estimate where work is needed.
- Damper operation, seal and rust
- Smoke chamber and smoke shelf condition
- Mantel and trim distance from the opening
- Glass doors, screen and firebox panels
Our approach to chimney inspection in Lake Como
Practical points from our chimney inspectors in Lake Como.
The framed chase around a metal chimney
Many fireplaces send a metal chimney pipe up through a framed box finished in siding, called a chase. During a fireplace and chimney inspection in Lake Como we look at the siding joints, trim, paint and any soft spots near the roof. Stains and swelling low on the chase often trace back to water entering at the top. Framing repair is listed apart from the chase cover and the pipe, so each part carries its own price. Nail pops, gaps at corner boards and peeling paint along one side also show which face of the chase takes the most water.
Nests and nesting material in the chimney
Twigs on the smoke shelf, scratching sounds or chirping from the flue all point to wildlife using the chimney. Some birds that nest in chimneys are protected under federal law, so timing and method matter. During the inspection at your Lake Como home we look for nesting material, droppings and damage to the cap. If something is living inside, we explain the next step and schedule removal or capping in the right order. A nest can also block a flue completely, so the fireplace stays out of use until the flue is clear.
Chimney checks for rental properties
Landlords and property managers often want a clear record of the fireplace before a new tenant moves in. We inspect the rental in Lake Como, explain which items need repair before use and write up the findings so they can go into your property file. If you would rather the fireplace stay out of service, we can describe how to close it off safely and what that involves. A clear record also helps if a tenant later reports a stain, a smell or smoke from the fireplace.
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What people in Lake Como ask about chimney inspections
Short answers from our chimney team in Lake Como. Call for anything not covered here.
Can you check a chimney after a roofer worked on it?
Yes. We look at the flashing, counterflashing and cricket where the new roof meets the chimney and check the attic for fresh staining. The written findings can go back to the roofer if something needs correcting.
Do you inspect the chimney cap and screen?
Yes. We check the cap for rust, loose fasteners and a lid that sits too low, and the screen for holes or soot clogging. A worn cap is noted with the replacement type if one is needed.
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