🔍 Why Chimney Inspections Matter

A chimney may look fine from the outside—but hidden issues can lead to smoke damage, fire hazards, or expensive repairs. At Chimney Crickets, we offer professional chimney inspections across Minnesota and Wisconsin to keep your home safe and your fireplace working properly.

Whether you use your fireplace daily or just occasionally, an annual chimney safety check is essential.

🧱 What We Look for During a Chimney Inspection

Our certified technicians don’t just give it a glance—we check every component of your chimney system, including:

• 🕳️ Flue liners for cracks, creosote buildup, or blockages

• 🧯 Fireboxes for wear, damage, or missing mortar

• 🔩 Chimney crowns and caps for cracks and deterioration

• ⚙️ Dampers for proper opening and closing

• 🧼 Signs of creosote buildup or moisture damage

We use video scanning tools for a complete chimney flue inspection, even in hard-to-see areas.

⚠️ Signs You May Need an Immediate Inspection

If you notice any of the following, don’t wait for your yearly checkup:

• 🔥 Smoke entering your home when using the fireplace

• 🌧️ Water or rust stains inside the firebox

• 🐿️ Sounds of animals in the chimney

• 🌫️ Strong smoky or musty odor from the fireplace

These are signs of potential structural or ventilation problems.

🛠️ Levels of Chimney Inspection We Offer

We follow NFPA 211 standards and offer three levels of chimney inspections:

✅ Level 1 – Basic safety check (annual maintenance)
✅ Level 2 – For property transfers, new appliances, or after damage
✅ Level 3 – When hidden hazards are suspected (may involve removal of materials)

We’ll recommend the right level based on your chimney’s condition and use.

🌎 Serving Minnesota and Wisconsin

From Saint Paul to Stillwater, and Hudson to Hastings, our inspections help homeowners stay safe and warm. We proudly serve:

• Rochester

• Maple Grove

• Red Wing

• Eagan

• Northfield
  …and 60+ more cities. See all service areas.