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Free Chimney & Fireplace Inspections in Northwest Indiana

Find out what's really going on inside your chimney — free Level 1 inspections with a photo report, and $199 camera scans when you need the full picture.

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An inspection tells you what's actually going on inside and on top of your chimney — something you can't see from the yard. The industry standard, NFPA 211, defines three levels, and which one you need depends on how you use the chimney and what's changed.

A Level 1 inspection (free) covers the readily accessible parts of the chimney, firebox, damper and roof components and comes with a written photo report. A Level 2 ($199, regularly $349) adds a camera scan of the full flue and is the right choice for a home sale, a new appliance, or after a chimney fire or storm. Level 3 involves opening up the structure and is quoted only if a Level 2 finds a reason for it.

Warning signs it can't wait

  • You're buying or selling a home with a fireplace
  • You're switching fuels or connecting a new stove or insert
  • There's been a chimney fire, lightning strike or storm damage
  • Water stains on the ceiling or wall near the chimney
  • Pieces of tile or mortar falling into the firebox
  • The fireplace hasn't been used or checked in years
  • Smoke or odors coming into the house
  • It's been more than a year since the last inspection

Seeing two or more at once? Stop using the fireplace and call — that combination usually means the system is struggling or unsafe to run.

What an inspection looks at

  • Cracked or missing flue tiles found on camera
  • Crown cracks and deterioration photographed from the roof
  • Flashing gaps where water is getting in
  • Damaged or missing caps and spark screens
  • Damper and smoke chamber problems
  • Creosote levels that call for a sweep
  • Clearance issues around the chimney
  • Venting problems on gas appliances
  • A written report with photos you can share with a buyer or agent

What chimney inspection costs

Level 1 chimney or fireplace inspection: Free. Level 2 camera inspection: $199 (reg. $349). Level 3 (invasive — quoted after Level 2): custom quote.

Repair / serviceTypical price
Level 1 chimney or fireplace inspectionFree
Level 2 camera inspection$199 (reg. $349)
Level 3 (invasive — quoted after Level 2)custom quote

What you get

Free Level 1 Inspection

Firebox, damper, smoke chamber, crown, cap and flashing checked and photographed — no charge.

Camera Scan When It Matters

A Level 2 inspection records the full flue on video — the one to get before buying or selling a home.

A Report You Keep

Written findings with photos you can share with a buyer, an agent or your insurer.

3-Hour Windows

Book 8–11, 11–2 or 2–5, Sunday through Friday, and get a text before we arrive.

Inspections are free

A Level 1 chimney or fireplace inspection with a written photo report costs nothing. Camera inspections are $199.

How it works

1

Match the level

We ask how you use the chimney and what's changed, then recommend Level 1 or Level 2.

2

Check inside

Firebox, damper, smoke chamber and the accessible flue are examined and photographed.

3

Check the roof

Crown, cap, flashing and exterior masonry are inspected and photographed.

4

Camera scan (Level 2)

A camera runs the length of the flue and records its condition.

5

Explain the findings

You see the photos and hear what's safe, what needs attention and what can wait.

6

Written report

You get a written photo report — and a flat quote for any repair, if one is needed.

See the difference

Before After

Slide to compare a flue before and after a sweep.

FAQ

Chimney Inspection questions

How much does a chimney inspection cost?

A Level 1 inspection is free; a Level 2 camera inspection is $199 (regularly $349). Level 3 is quoted only after a Level 2 shows it's needed.

Is there a chimney inspection near me in Northwest Indiana?

Yes — we inspect chimneys throughout Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties, with a written photo report on every inspection.

Do I need a chimney inspection to sell my house?

NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 inspection when a property is sold or transferred. It includes a camera scan of the flue, and the report is easy to share with the buyer.

What's the difference between Level 1 and Level 2?

Level 1 covers the readily accessible parts of the system. Level 2 adds a camera scan of the full flue and is needed for home sales, fuel or appliance changes, and after damaging events.

How often should a chimney be inspected?

Every year, whether or not you burn much. Animals, weather and age cause problems even in chimneys that are rarely used.

Does a fireplace inspection check gas fireplaces too?

Yes — we check the venting, burner, pilot and glass and finish with a carbon monoxide check.

How long does an inspection take?

A Level 1 usually takes under an hour; a Level 2 with the camera scan typically takes an hour to an hour and a half.

Will you try to sell me repairs?

We show you the photos and tell you plainly what's urgent and what can wait. Any repair quote is free and flat, and whether to go ahead is up to you.

Ready for a safer, cleaner chimney?

Same-week appointments, honest flat pricing, no scare tactics — and same-day emergency service when it can't wait. Licensed and insured.

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