Inspection & Maintenance

The National Fire Protection Association recommends:

“Chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits, and correct clearances.”

Annual maintenance and cleaning of your fireplace and chimney assures its efficiently and reduces the chance of dangerous buildup which can be a safety hazard. Advance Chimney Systems recommends scheduling your preventative maintenance appointments from May 15th through July 31st so your fire feature is ready to use when the cold weather arrives. Although we perform our tune-ups and cleanings year round, we offer discounts for service when scheduled during the summer months:

• $20 discount on chimney sweep and clean
• $10 discount on inspections

Our trained and NFI certified (National Fireplace Institute) technicians will help you maintain and repair your home’s fireplace by performing the following services during your annual maintenance appointment:

Fireplace tune-up & cleaning:

• Prep the work area with tarps
• Remove and clean the glass log set or other media (only if applicable)
• Clean and inspect the burner, firebox, and pilot assembly
• Recommendations for required parts may be made
• Reassembly of unit and test burn appliance
• Check batteries in remote (if applicable)
• System evaluation and condition reports

Chimney inspection and cleaning:

• Chimney sweep
• Chimney cap inspection and replacement (if necessary)
• Waterproofing
• Crown repair
• Relining
• Smoking and draft problems
• Masonry repairs and/or rebuild (if necessary)
• Tuckpointing
• System evaluation and condition reports

The whole process usually takes 1-3 hours. Please make accessible a 6×6 workspace surrounding unit and keep children and pets out of the room for their safety and our technicians efficiency.