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dirty: WHEN SHOULD YOU RECOMMEND A CHIMNEY INSPECTION? - 02/03/09 01:31 PM

The short answer is that you should recommend a chimney inspection every time.However, there are a few specific items you can look for that should prompt a chimney inspection:
A missing spark arrester. This is needed for fire safety and may be indicative of other issues. If a proper spark arrester is present it may be seen at the very top of the chimney.
Exterior cracking. This can mean need for minor repairs or possibly a more serious condition could exist.
Gaps where the chimney meets the house means the chimney structure has shifted and may need to be stabilized or … (8 comments)

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