Chimney Inspection in Troy
Know what's in your chimney — from your local Oakland 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 · 247 Troy 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
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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.
The craft, done properly
CHIMNEY INSPECTION IN TROY, MI
Brown Chimney's standard Level 1 inspection is the yearly check across Troy and Oakland 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 801 W Big Beaver Rd, so most Troy appointments land the same week.
Local inspections turn up local problems. Older homes in Troy’s established subdivisions carry original masonry that Michigan freeze-thaw cycles have worked on for decades; the newer upscale construction on the north side brings 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 — Troy, MI
The Work
What an inspection finds in a Troy 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 Troy 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, a Troy 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.
Our Troy crew also covers Rochester Hills and Bloomfield Hills, along with the rest of Oakland County. See everything we handle locally on the Troy services page.
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When to book
When do you need a chimney inspection in Troy?
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 a Troy 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. Troy 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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I had Mosh and George come out to do the scheduled chimney repairs. They were prompt, very professional, detailed and informative. Mosh showed me before and after pictures of all the corrective measures taken.
James Hickey
Troy Homeowner
The Brown Chimney Standard · Troy
Your Troy crew, based on Big Beaver.
Based on Big Beaver Road
Our Troy office is at 801 W Big Beaver Rd — same-week openings across Oakland County, not a queue behind three other states.
247 Troy reviews
4.9 stars from your actual neighbors, from the Somerset area to Troy's newer subdivisions.
Crews who know these homes
Troy's mix of 1970s builds and newer construction each 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 Troy?
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 Troy?
Most Troy inspections are scheduled within the same week — our crew is based at 801 W Big Beaver Rd, not dispatched from out of state. Home-sale inspections can usually be prioritized when a closing date is tight.
Do you inspect chimneys outside Troy?
Yes. From this office we cover Oakland County and surrounding communities — Birmingham, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Novi, and West Bloomfield. 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 Troy homes?
In Troy's established subdivisions, 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 Troy 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.
