Chimney Inspection, Written Reports & Smoke Testing
Not every chimney problem can be identified with a routine sweep alone. Sometimes further inspection or testing is needed to confirm your chimney is safe to use, performing correctly and free from hidden issues.
Whether you’re experiencing smoke entering the room, preparing to install a new wood burner, buying a property or simply want extra peace of mind, we offer professional chimney inspections, smoke testing and honest advice to help identify any concerns.
Our Chimney Inspection & Testing Services Include
Whether you’ve moved into a new home, installed a stove or have concerns about how your chimney is performing, professional chimney inspections and smoke testing help ensure everything is operating safely and correctly.
Smoke Testing
Type 1 smoke testing can be completed should there be suggested leakage within chimney. Smoke tests help confirm that your chimney is drawing correctly and identify whether smoke is escaping where it shouldn’t. Type 2 smoke draw testing is carried out after every completed chimney sweep in line with current Building Regulations.
Camera Inspections
Where a visual inspection isn’t enough, specialist camera equipment allows us to inspect inside your chimney to identify blockages, damage or other hidden issues that can’t be seen from ground level.
Pre-Installation Inspections
Planning to install a wood burner or multi-fuel stove? We can inspect your chimney beforehand to check its condition and advise whether any maintenance or further work may be required before installation.
Written Reports
Following inspection, a report can be written to provide evidence of the findings to an insurance company. This will provide thorough detail of the property, chimney(s) in use, condition and advisories. This is often requested by insurers of thatched properties.
Professional Advice
If you’re concerned about your chimney or require an inspection for insurance or other purposes, we’ll explain our findings clearly and provide honest recommendations based on what we discover.
When Should A Chimney Be Inspected?
Many homeowners only arrange an inspection when they notice a problem, but there are several situations where having your chimney checked is strongly recommended.
If you’ve recently moved home, are installing a new appliance, notice smoke entering the room, suspect poor chimney performance or simply haven’t used the fireplace for some time, a professional inspection can help identify potential issues before they become more serious.
Buying A Home With A Fireplace?
A fireplace may look perfectly fine from the outside, but the condition of the chimney and flue isn’t always visible. A professional inspection can help identify defects, blockages or damage before you begin using the fireplace or install a new appliance.
Having the chimney checked early can provide reassurance and help avoid unexpected costs later.
Why Smoke Testing Is Important
Smoke testing is one of the simplest ways of checking whether your chimney is working correctly. It helps confirm that smoke is safely travelling up the flue while highlighting leaks or faults that may affect the safe operation of your fireplace or stove.
It provides valuable reassurance that your chimney is performing as it should.
Honest Advice You Can Trust
If we identify any concerns during an inspection, we’ll show you and always explain them in clear, straightforward language without unnecessary jargon. We’ll answer your questions, explain your options and only recommend work where it’s genuinely needed.
Our aim is to help you make informed decisions and use your fireplace or log burner with confidence.
Confidence Every Time You Light Your Fire
Whether you’re experiencing problems, installing a new appliance or simply want reassurance that everything is working correctly, professional chimney inspections and testing help provide peace of mind. Rushbrook’s Chimney Sweep offers friendly, reliable advice alongside thorough inspections to help keep your chimney safe and ready for use.
