Choose Sleep Easy for Top-Rated Chimney Inspections and Video Inspections in Kansas City
Few things are more comforting and relaxing than when your fireplace and chimney system work together to create a safe and efficient fireside experience. And you deserve to enjoy your appliance to the fullest without any fear, worry, or risk; after all, why else would you invest in a fireplace in the first place? But, without knowing the condition of the entire system, or what might be going on behind the scenes, lighting a fire in your fireplace could be riskier than you think.
That’s why the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that every chimney/venting system, regardless of use, be inspected by a Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA)-certified professional each and every year. A regularly scheduled inspection serves as a comprehensive overview of your fireplace and chimney system so that you can “sleep easy” knowing everything is as it should be. And what better place to trust and put your mind at ease than Sleep Easy Chimney Service & Repair.
If you’re looking for chimney inspections near the Kansas City area, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you need to book a level I inspection, or perhaps something a bit more involved, the Sleep Easy team is the one for the job. You can reach us online, by filling out this appointment request form on our website, or by calling us at 816-471-4435.
What Is the Difference Between a Level I & Level II Chimney Inspection?
Here at Sleep Easy, we don’t want you to have to worry about the safety or health of your family, which is why we proudly offer two methods of chimney inspections, each designed to provide you with an overall evaluation of your chimney system. Here’s a little bit about each of the inspections our CSIA-certified sweeps provide:
Level I Inspections – Level I chimney inspections are visual inspections that don’t require any specialized tools. We’ll look at every easily accessible area of the chimney and fireplace, including the brickwork, the concrete crown at the top of the chimney, the flashing around the chimney and roof area, the chimney cap, the firebox, the smoke chamber, the damper, and as much of the flue as we can see with our high-powered flashlight. We recommend these inspections if your chimney and the attached appliance are working normally, you haven’t made any changes, and you’ve kept up with annual inspections and routine maintenance.
Level II Video Inspections – Level II inspections are just like level I inspections, except that we also run a camera through the flue system to look at the individual mortar joints and clay tiles. This technology allows us a more comprehensive view and makes it super easy to share our findings with you – including before and after footage (photos and video) of our work. We recommend these inspections if you’re buying/selling a property, you’ve noticed or made changes to your system, you’ve experienced a chimney fire, or it’s been a while since you had your system thoroughly evaluated.
If we find any damage during an inspection – or we find that the system needs a good cleaning – we’ll provide you with an estimate for a chimney sweep service as well as any necessary repairs. Still have questions about what the whole process looks like? No worries; we’re always happy to help so you feel confident going into our work together. Feel free to reach out to us online, or give us a call at 816-471-4435.
Is a Chimney Sweep the Same as an Inspection?
No, a chimney sweep (or chimney cleaning) is not the same service as a chimney inspection. While both provide a comprehensive and holistic view of your entire fireplace and chimney system, the two services are designed with different intentions. So, what is the difference then? Great question.
- A Chimney cleaning is exactly what it sounds like – a service in which a skilled and experienced technician utilizes special tools and equipment to sweep out the inside of the appliance, brushing away any caked-on creosote and other debris to get everything as clean as possible.
- During a chimney inspection on the other hand, while we are still up close and personal with all the various parts and pieces of your system, our focus is on making sure everything appears in good condition and in its place. So, though we come into contact with areas that might have creosote deposits or other areas that require a good cleaning out, we won’t make it a point to remove them since our primary focus is on ensuring the structural soundness and overall safety of your fireplace and chimney.
No matter what kind of appliance you have or how regularly you use it, both of these preventative maintenance services are important to schedule every year. One creates a sort of system reset by removing leftover debris, while the other is diagnostic and gives you a good picture of your appliance’s health and longevity.
How Do I Know if My Chimney Is Clean & Safe To Use?
Well, unless you’re staying up-to-date on your preventive maintenance tasks, you don’t always know if your chimney is safe to use. Sure, there are some cases when it’s very clear that your system is trying to tell you that something is off, but there are also many instances where there are no signs that operation is unsafe.
That’s one of the toughest things about owning and operating a hearth appliance – it’s virtually impossible to know what’s going on inside the walls at any given time. Fireplaces and their chimneys are, at first glance, a rather simple structure: an appliance that safely hosts, maintains, and properly ventilates a living fire inside your home. And while the concept is straightforward, the execution requires many different components to operate properly and efficiently – most of which are hidden away within the depths of the system.
That said, please give the Sleep Easy team a call and schedule an appointment if you notice any of the following:
- Lingering odors in or around your fireplace (either mold/mildew smells or a strong essence of campfire)
- Signs of water damage (such as dripping inside the firebox or stains on the ceiling or walls surrounding your appliance)
- Trouble lighting a fire or issues with the fire staying lit
- Excessive smoke production entering the living space
- Different or strange system performance or behavior
Ultimately, having your chimney and fireplace regularly serviced by an experienced team of industry professionals is the only real way to know if your chimney is clean and safe to use. Contact someone from our team to learn more and get started today!
Call Sleep Easy Today To Schedule Your Annual Chimney Inspection
No matter what your system needs, you can count on Sleep Easy’s team of seasoned professionals to do the job right. Tired of scouring the internet in search of the best results for “chimney inspection Kansas City” and ready to schedule with a trustworthy team of experts? Call 816-471-4435 or request an appointment online today.
If you need a chimney or fireplace repair, our team is ready to help with that and every other chimney and fireplace service that’s required.