About This Service
Inspection and cleaning serve different purposes
Cleaning removes deposits within the accepted service scope; inspection assesses condition within the agreed access. One may lead to a recommendation for the other. The explanation should distinguish what was assessed from what was cleaned so the service record stays useful afterward.
Give each fireplace its own identity
Where a property has several fireplaces, identify which one has the concern. Equipment, prior repairs and maintenance history can differ. Findings about one system should not be silently applied to a second unit simply because both are at the same address.
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.
Examine Joints and Units Separately
Open mortar joints and damaged brick faces are distinct observations, although they can occur in the same area. The assessment should identify the material and extent being considered. A proposal for joint repair should not silently imply that damaged masonry units or a broader support concern are also corrected.
