Maintain Chimney Health With Chimney Sweepings & Inspections From the Team at Frechette Chimney

Many homeowners are diligent about keeping an eye on the efficiency and overall state of their chimney and fireplace. This is good practice, as it ensures any masonry damages, missing chimney components, or signs of inefficiency (like smoke backup, low heat, etc.) are addressed ASAP.

That being said, relying only on your own insights isn’t enough when it comes to chimney maintenance. We’re happy to answer your questions, keep you educated and up to date, and advise you on what to watch out for, but even the most knowledgeable homeowner is going to miss things – especially if the damages are hidden deep within the flue. That’s why relying on a team of professionals for yearly inspections and regular maintenance is a must! We have the tools, experience, and training to see things that aren’t easily visible or obvious. And when we spot problems, we have the tools, experience, and training to solve them.

We Offer 3 Levels of Chimney Inspections

There’s a wide range of services we can help you with, but all service starts with a chimney inspection. It’s like a baseline health check that provides a complete view of what’s going on with your chimney system. That way, we can customize your service to your needs. One of the great things about working with us is that our Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA)- certified experts can perform all three levels of chimney inspections as defined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Whatever state your chimney is in (whether it’s riddled with storm damage, seems to be experiencing a couple of hiccups here and there, or appears to be fine, but you want to be sure), we can help.

Here’s the lowdown on what each level of inspection entails:

• Level 1 Inspections: Do you invest in inspections every year? If yes, then it’s likely a level 1 inspection is all you’ll need. As long as your chimney system hasn’t experienced any major damages and you haven’t recently switched fuel types or made any other major changes, this overview should be sufficient. Essentially, our experts will look over all readily accessible parts of the chimney, ensuring no damages are present, and we’ll make sure your creosote levels aren’t high. If all is well, you’ll be good to go!

• Level 2 Inspections: Level 2 inspections are more exhaustive and require the use of high-tech video equipment to get an in-depth and up-close look at every inch of your flue. These inspections are required when buying or selling a home, as well as after any big storms or natural disasters. Have you changed fuel types, invested in a restoration or rebuild, or experienced a chimney fire? Level 2 inspections are a necessity here, too. If you’re in need of one, be sure to trust in our team for it all – we’re known for our thorough evaluations, guaranteeing safer chimney use and smoother home transactions every time!

• Level 3 Inspections: When we know there are issues that can’t be uncovered with a level 2 inspection, various components of your chimney may need to be removed to get the most accurate analysis. This is a level 3 inspection. Level 3 inspections aren’t nearly as common, but they’re still really important and necessary. And we’re proud to have the qualifications to offer them!