Inspectors may recommend using a camera for chimney inspection to get a better look at the internal chimney stack. While this cost is usually included in a level two inspection, homeowners can expect ...

When it comes to having a chimney inspection or chimney repairs, I only recommend working with a Certified Chimney Sweep. This is a designation from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) that ...

Starting this year, I'm going to begin recommending two new inspection services in addition to standard home inspections: sewer scans and level 2 chimney inspections. I've always been quick to ...

After seeing so many do-it-yourself projects on the DIY network, many homeowners believe that sweeping a chimney is easy, and attempt to do the work themselves to save money. That way of thinking ...

Long story short: If you have a gas or wood-burning fireplace and you plan on using it this winter, then yes, you need to hire a professional chimney sweep. Wood-burning fireplaces add a lot of ...