About This Service
Separate cosmetic damage from service scope
A damaged finish and a defect in the operating system are different concerns, even when they appear together. We explain which findings concern the chimney or fireplace and which restoration tasks need their own scope. This helps avoid ordering finish work before the relevant condition is understood.
Keep transaction requirements clear
A property transaction can involve deadlines and specific questions from a buyer, seller or another professional. Share those requirements before the visit. An inspection should not be described as satisfying a particular requested report unless its scope and deliverable actually match that request.
Assess the Chimney Cap Attachment
A loose cap raises a question about the component and the area that supports it. A replacement recommendation should consider both. Leave the cap in place if still attached and keep away from loose material; the inspection plan should address access without requiring the homeowner to retrieve a part from the roof.
Keep Roof Work and Findings Separate
Recent roof work is useful history, but it does not establish the cause of every later chimney symptom. Provide the scope and timing where known. An inspection should evaluate the present junction and condition before attributing a finding to one trade or assuming a prior repair remains complete.
