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How tall the chimney stands
Height affects how well a chimney draws. Section R1003.9 of the Florida residential code sets two tests. The top has to clear its own roof penetration by 3 feet or more, and it has to rise 2 feet or more over any part of the building within 10 feet.
Height is measured against nearby roof lines during the inspection. If a later addition or a roof change has left the chimney short, we explain what that means for your fireplace and what the options are.
Metal chimneys and chase tops
The metal chimney above a factory-built fireplace is part of the same listed system. Section R1005.1 of the Florida residential code says factory-built chimneys, listed under UL 103, are installed and terminated according to the manufacturer's instructions.
On a framed chase, our pros check the chase top for rust and slope, the storm collar around the pipe and the cap on top, and they look for signs of water in the chase. One maker's manual calls for the chase top to slope away from the pipe, and a flat, rusting top is a frequent finding.
A fireplace that has not been used in years
Fireplaces that sit unused collect nests, leaves and water damage, and their history is often unknown to a new owner. Dampers rust shut, mortar loosens and caps go missing without anyone noticing, so the first fire in an idle fireplace deserves a check.
Our pros inspect an idle fireplace from top to bottom before it is used again, tell you what kind of system it is and list anything that needs attention first. The inspection is free, and so is the advice on what can wait.
Water repellents and painted chimneys
Some chimneys have been painted or sealed over the years. Brick Industry Association Technical Note 6A prefers penetrating, vapor-permeable repellents on brick, discourages film-forming coatings and puts repairs first.
Our pros note any coating that is peeling, blistering or trapping water and explain whether repairs, a breathable repellent or neither makes sense for your chimney. A coating that blisters or peels can mean water is trapped behind it, which points to a leak worth tracing first.
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In Lithia, a sweep or repair booked within 72 hours of the inspection is 10% off.
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What Your Free Chimney Inspection Covers
- Cap, screen and how the cap is mounted
- Brick, stucco and mortar joints
- Firebox walls, floor and firebrick joints
- Cleanout door at the base
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