Real Estate Chimney Inspections

Chimney inspections are important for the safety and efficiency of your system. However, regular chimney inspection and real estate chimney inspections are quite different. A real estate chimney inspection is more thorough than a standard level one inspection, which is only an assessment of the chimney. However, a level one inspection is more thorough than a home inspection during the real estate transaction. Homeowners should never settle for a home inspection when there is an opportunity to schedule a chimney real estate inspection. Only a chimney expert can properly assess your chimney system, protecting your new investment and keeping your family safe.

Home Inspection V. Chimney Inspection

Your realtor or mortgage lender may recommend a home inspector to assess your new home before you make the final purchase. This inspection must take place during a specified time, according to your contract. You should also make sure to take this time and schedule a chimney inspection with a certified chimney professional. While the home inspector will make sure the chimney is stable visually. The chimney inspector will check out your entire chimney to ensure it’s safe and sound.

Level Two Chimney Inspection

Chimney Inspection in Francestown NH There are three levels of CSIA chimney inspections. A level one inspection is similar to the once-over a home inspector will complete. However, a level two inspection is required when a property is sold or transferred, with a more thorough checkup. A level two inspection, or real estate inspection includes an assessment of all accessible portions of the chimney interior and exterior. In addition, there is also assessment of the attic/crawlspace/basement.

A level two also includes an inspection of the connections, working parts, and an interior video scan of the flue. After a level two inspection, a homeowner will be aware of any hazards to prevent safe use of the fireplace and chimney. Damage big or small will be reported to the prospective buyer or new homeowner. A repair plan are put in place following a level two inspection.

Your Home and Chimney

When you’re making a purchase as large as a home, it’s important to have all the information possible before moving forward. At Black Moose Chimney and Stove, we have the certification to ensure you have all the information about the state of your chimney and fireplace. When you get a report on your chimney for your homeowners’ insurance provider, real estate attorney, or prospective buyers, they’ll look for a CSIA signature. The industry trusts us, and you should too!

Black Moose Chimney and Stove inspect chimneys, and we have been doing it for over a decade now. If you reside in Hillsborough, Cheshire, Merrimack, or Sullivan County, or are house shopping in the area, call us at 603-525-7905 or request an appointment online.

John Ranta

17:01 22 Mar 24

They arrived on time, worked quickly and showed me the results. Prfessional throughout. jr

william green

23:21 14 Mar 24

Really helped me out can't say enough good things highly recommend!!!! The young man that came to my home was very knowledgeable and friendly great attitude all around answered all my questions and left me stress free best of all left no mess.🤙🏻🤙🏻

Michael Dell'Orto

18:39 14 Mar 24

Jaime Conley

17:13 14 Mar 24

Sarah Gilliatt

01:46 13 Mar 24

A very thorough and careful job done! Thank you.

Larry Cook

15:11 07 Mar 24

I wanted to give 5 stars but they are very busy which meant I had a good wait for both the inspection/cleaning, then for a quote on repairs and then for the repairs. Their prices seemed a little high to me but I have nothing to compare with as they were highly recommended by someone I trust and other companies had plenty of negatives reviews which kept me from getting additional quotes. I am happy with the work and they promptly returned to fix a mistake that had been made. Chris the inspector, Jennifer in the office, and Alex and his repair crew were all pleasant and took the time to answer all of my questions. Alex and his crew even took their shoes off (it was winter) before entering my house without even being asked! So if you are not in a rush and want to ensure you chimney is as safe as possible then I think you'll be happy with Black Moose.

Rebecca DeFusco

22:35 21 Feb 24

After a recent sweep of our chimney, it was discovered that our flue tiles were cracked. Black Moose techs were hard working, detail oriented and professional! Nice jobs guys! See you next year for my cleaning!

Karen C

14:52 14 Feb 24

Excellent I highly recommend Black Moose Chimney and Stove; Kelly and Liam are awesome, they did a great job. Extremely professional, arrived early, went through everything with a fine tooth comb ensuring pellet stove was thoroughly cleaned. They also were respectful of my home, conscientious and cleaned up after themselves. Made sure stove worked prior to leaving and told me to call promptly if anything came up afterward. Will definitely use them again.

Denise Clark

16:32 31 Jan 24

We've had Black Moose clean our chimney for a number of years.But recently, we had an emergency situation at our home involving our chimney & oil furnace flue, which was caked full of soot from a malfunctioning furnace. They came & cleaned out both flues in no time, even going up on the roof with snow on it! They cleaned up after their work in the interior rooms where the oil furnace and the woodstove are located. Great work. Reasonable prices. Very nice people. You can't go wrong with Black Moose.

Joe G

18:30 24 Jan 24

Goods: The technicians know their business, very efficient in cleaning/inspection along with cleaning up after the 'dirty work'.Others: Communications could be more effective. Despite early coordination about scope of work (multiple flues within same chimney) the estimate provided did not reflect this and the final invoice was significantly more than the estimate provided.Quote for follow-on chimney relining was significantly more than that offered by other companies in the area (and far more than neighbors experienced for similar work accomplished by other companies)