Chimney Inspection Checklist

A chimney inspection checklist is used by certified chimney professionals to evaluate chimney systems and ensure that they are safe and operational.

Chimney inspection checklist.

Brick chimneys chimneys that are one brick thick without a flu liner are a fire hazard. Cleaning and inspecting the chimney which includes removing flammable creosote residue and ensuring your chimney is not a safety or health hazard is the most important step in preparing your chimney for winter. Your chimney inspection checklist should include looking for proper ventilation airflow and equipment. Inspect the flue liner s condition especially if clay tile liners were used because they can crack and separate.

When ventilation is compromised carbon monoxide can build up. This checklist has been made to guide inspectors to do the following. Our chimney sweeps are certified by both the csia and national chimney sweep guild. The chimney safety institute of america csia recommends all homeowners have an annual chimney cleaning and inspection by a certified chimney sweep.

Provide the system information. No checklist is ever a complete guide to building inspection or diagnosis since no checklist can contain every possible hazard or every clue that suggests a problem. When performing your chimney checklist various areas of the flue require inspection. Cracked tile liners can result in the chimney causing a fire.

Inspect the chimney and fireplace systems and its structure. Be sure that your chimney has the proper ventilation.