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Understand the condition of your chimney before the next fire, a property decision or a change of appliance. Choose an inspection with a clearly defined scope.
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Serving Boston, MA
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Scope & price agreed upfront
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Massachusetts-based crew
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Findings explained with photos
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.
Brown Chimney inspects chimneys in Boston for homeowners who need to understand condition, investigate symptoms or plan work. We ask about the fireplace or appliance, its recent use and any smoke, water or visible damage. Those details help define the inspection before the visit.
Level 1 examines accessible portions of the system. Level 2 adds a video scan and the accessible areas required by that inspection level. A deeper Level 3 investigation is reserved for circumstances where concealed areas need to be examined; any opening-up work must be agreed in advance.
In a multi-unit building, several flues can occupy one masonry stack. Identify the unit, the appliances involved and who can arrange roof or common-area access. The findings need to be understood in relation to the particular system inspected, rather than assumed to cover every flue in the building.
Chimney components documented during an inspection
We document the accessible condition of the relevant masonry, crown, cap, flashing, firebox and flue within the agreed scope. The findings explain observed defects, access limitations and recommended next steps. An inspection is an assessment, not a promise that every concealed condition has been exposed.
If cleaning or repair is recommended, it is a separate decision with its own scope. You can use the findings to discuss the work with a property manager or plan an installation. Tell us in advance if a transaction, insurer or other party has specific documentation requirements.
Inspection findings may lead to chimney cleaning, targeted chimney repairs or flue relining. Each service addresses a different condition.
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Annual inspection is a useful baseline. A change in the building, appliance or chimney's behavior can call for an assessment before the next planned routine visit.
We confirm the inspection level and access, examine the relevant components and explain the documented findings. Any additional investigation or repair is discussed before its scope is expanded.
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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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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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The flue is evaluated at the inspection level agreed for your property. Level 1 checks accessible areas; Level 2 adds a video scan of the flue and accessible areas required by that level. We confirm the scope and fee before proceeding, and the fee is credited toward repair work booked within 30 days.
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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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Our first chimney cleaning for our wood stove and could not have asked for a better, swifter and quality experience. Many thanks to the Brown Chimney team.
Trevor Samios
Cleaning, repairs and replacement parts are separate from the inspection unless explicitly included.
A Level 1 visual inspection does not include the same internal video assessment as Level 2.
Concealed-area access, destructive investigation and restoration must be specified for a Level 3 scope.
Call Brown Chimney at 781-547-7784 or book your Boston inspection online. Tell us the reason for the visit so we can confirm the right scope and fee.
