Chimney Inspection in Ann Arbor
Know what's in your chimney — from your local Washtenaw County crew
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Inspection fee credited toward repairs
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Price confirmed before work
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4.9 · 1,066 Ann Arbor reviews
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Santa’s favorite chimney crew
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Cleared for reindeer landing
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No soot on Santa’s boots
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Cookies for Santa, carrots for the reindeer
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Stockings hung, flues swept
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Merry Christmas & happy hearth-days
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Jingle all the way up the chimney
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Warm fires, cozy nights
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Santa’s favorite chimney crew
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Cleared for reindeer landing
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No soot on Santa’s boots
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Cookies for Santa, carrots for the reindeer
●
Stockings hung, flues swept
●
Merry Christmas & happy hearth-days
●
Jingle all the way up the chimney
●
Warm fires, cozy nights
●
Santa’s favorite chimney crew
●
Cleared for reindeer landing
●
No soot on Santa’s boots
●
Cookies for Santa, carrots for the reindeer
●
Stockings hung, flues swept
●
Merry Christmas & happy hearth-days
●
Jingle all the way up the chimney
●
Warm fires, cozy nights
●
Santa’s favorite chimney crew
●
Cleared for reindeer landing
●
No soot on Santa’s boots
●
Cookies for Santa, carrots for the reindeer
●
Stockings hung, flues swept
●
Merry Christmas & happy hearth-days
●
Jingle all the way up the chimney
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Warm fires, cozy nights
Pricing, before you commit
Our prices are published, not hidden
Not sure which inspection you need? Our inspection pricing page recommends the right level for your situation and shows what it costs. No email, no callback.
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CHIMNEY INSPECTION IN ANN ARBOR, MI
Brown Chimney's standard Level 1 inspection is the yearly check across Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, and the fee is credited toward repair work booked within 30 days. A Level 2 camera inspection, with written findings, is the standard when the flue interior has to be seen rather than assumed — after a chimney fire, for a home sale, or after a fuel-type change. Our crew works out of 455 E Eisenhower Pkwy, so most Ann Arbor appointments land the same week.
Local inspections turn up local problems. Older homes near campus and through Burns Park carry original masonry that Michigan freeze-thaw cycles have worked on for decades; newer builds in Scio and Pittsfield Township bring different issues entirely. Every inspection ends with the findings explained on site and a same-day repair quote if anything needs work. The full scope of each inspection level is on our chimney inspection service page, and you can check pricing on the inspection cost calculator.
Level 2 camera inspection after a home purchase — Ann Arbor, MI
The Work
What an inspection finds in an Ann Arbor chimney.
Most chimney problems here start with water, not fire. Lake-effect snow sits on a crown for weeks, thaws, refreezes, and works its way into any hairline crack it finds. By the time a stain shows on the ceiling, the path has usually been open for two winters. A proper inspection catches it while it's still a small line item.
Our techs check the firebox, damper, and smoke chamber from inside, then the crown, cap, flashing, and exterior masonry from the roof — where most Ann Arbor water problems begin. You get a clear verdict on every component, explained on site, and a separate line-item quote if anything needs work. If heavy buildup turns up, an Ann Arbor chimney cleaning clears it. And if repairs are needed, the inspection fee is credited toward repair work booked within 30 days — so the inspection pays for itself the moment anything real is found.
The same crew covers Brighton and Northville, plus Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, and Pittsfield Township. See the full local service list on the Ann Arbor page.
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When to book
When do you need a chimney inspection in Ann Arbor?
The CSIA recommends an annual inspection for every chimney — used or not. Beyond the calendar, these are the situations that call for one now.
It's been more than 12 months since your last inspection
You're buying or selling an Ann Arbor home
You've had a chimney fire, lightning strike, or storm damage
Smoke, odors, or draft problems you can't explain
You're switching fuel type — wood to gas, or gas to wood
Water stains on the ceiling or walls near the chimney
Real-estate transactions and post-fire situations call for a Level 2 camera inspection — the flue interior has to be seen, not assumed. Your technician confirms the right level on-site.
What to expect
What happens during a chimney inspection?
A standard Level 1 visit runs 45–60 minutes. Ann Arbor appointments are usually available the same week.
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Exterior & roof-level check
Crown, cap, flashing, and exterior masonry examined from the roof — where most water problems start and where they're cheapest to catch.
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Firebox & damper inspection
Interior check of the firebox, damper operation, and smoke chamber. On gas units: burner, pilot, ignition, valve, and safety shutoffs tested.
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Flue evaluation
Visual assessment of the flue from both ends. If the interior needs to be seen in full, a camera scan is offered — never assumed.
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Findings & repair quote
Every component gets a clear verdict, explained on site. No vague 'concerns' — a finding you can act on, with a same-day repair quote if anything needs work.
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Moe (and team) did a great job with our chimney repairs! Moe’s inspection was thorough and he took the time to explain each task in the quote. Scheduling the repairs was easy and after the work was complete, he explained everything they did. Moe also took lots of pictures before and after the work to document, which I appreciated.
Jacob Rogers
Ann Arbor Client
The Brown Chimney Standard · Ann Arbor
Your Ann Arbor crew, not a call center.
Based on Eisenhower Parkway
Our Ann Arbor office is at 455 E Eisenhower Pkwy — same-week openings across Washtenaw County, not a queue behind three other states.
1,066 Ann Arbor reviews
4.9 stars from your actual neighbors — Burns Park, Scio, Pittsfield, and everywhere between.
Crews who know these houses
Century-old brick near campus and 2000s builds in Scio need different work. Our techs have been on both this month.
Price confirmed before we start
The price is confirmed with you before any work begins. Anything extra we find is shown to you with photos and needs your approval first.
For transparency
What this visit doesn't cover.
Repairs themselves — the inspection finds and quotes them; work starts only after your approval
A camera scan of the flue — available as an add-on when the flue interior needs to be seen
Cleaning — most clients book the sweep for the same visit; it's priced separately
FAQs
Common questions about chimney inspections
How is a chimney inspection priced in Ann Arbor?
By level. Level 1 is the yearly visual check and Level 2 adds a camera scan of the full flue with written findings. Level 1 and Level 2 fees are credited toward repair work booked within 30 days, and the price of every level is on our inspection pricing page.
How soon can you inspect a chimney in Ann Arbor?
Most Ann Arbor inspections are scheduled within the same week — our crew is based at 455 E Eisenhower Pkwy, not dispatched from out of state. Home-sale inspections can usually be prioritized when a closing date is tight.
Do you inspect chimneys outside Ann Arbor?
Yes. From this office we cover Washtenaw County and surrounding communities — Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Pittsfield Township, plus Brighton and Northville. Call to confirm coverage for your address.
What do I need for a home sale or an insurance claim?
A Level 2 camera inspection with written findings — the standard for a home sale, after a chimney fire, or after storm damage. When a realtor or insurer needs a formal document, Brown Chimney offers the Level 2 with a documented report, prepared for exactly that.
What do inspections usually find in older Ann Arbor homes?
Near campus and through Burns Park, the common findings are crown cracking, receding mortar joints, and efflorescence — the white staining that means water is already moving through the masonry. Michigan freeze-thaw cycles drive all three.
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Every Brown Chimney inspection in Ann Arbor is performed by a CSIA-certified technician — findings explained on site and a same-day repair quote if anything turns up. Book online or call 248-260-5979.
