With the purpose of performing a completely effective and detailed fireplace inspection in a smoothly manner, our fireplace experts here in Delta Chimneys repair Lake Forest will be in charge of performing it under 14 different parameters, which are:

  1. The chimney’s length and width dimensions
  2. Rain cap and spark arrestor conditions
  3. The fireplace’s crown is crack-free and hung properly
  4. Crack-free mortar joints
  5. Properly sealed flashing
  6. Clay tiles are free of cracks, lack of mortar or not displaced
  7. Water leaks through the crown, flashing or blocks
  8. Proper parging of the smoke chamber
  9. Damper’s ability to open/close correctly, as well as being in optimal conditions
  10. The firebox’s bricks must be solid, without lack of mortars or displaced bricks
  11. The ash container and its waste door are working properly
  12. Have a suitable spark screen and properly sealed chimney lintel
  13. Gas lighter and key valve correct functioning
  14. Adequate chimney vacuum cleaning area, from the firebox to the top

Upon completion, our experts will present you with a full written report about the steps to take regarding your fireplace repair processes and answer any questions you may have about it. If you want to know more about our chimney restoration processes in Chicago, contact us now.