If you burn wood, gas, or pellets in Pleasant Grove, Utah, your flue needs eyes on it before the first hard freeze. Our chimney inspection service Pleasant Grove UT covers the firebox, damper, liner, crown, flashing, and cap, then hands you photos of what we found. We work on 1950s brick chimneys near Main Street and newer factory-built flues in Valley View. Book a chimney inspection in Pleasant Grove before the burn season rush.
A chimney inspection service Pleasant Grove UT is a top-to-bottom evaluation of your venting system that checks creosote buildup, liner condition, crown and flashing integrity, damper operation, and clearance to combustibles. We run a rotary chimney sweep brush through the flue, drop an inspection camera down the liner, and check the firebox for cracked firebrick and failing mortar joints. Every visit ends with a written report and photos, not a verbal 'looks fine.'
Pleasant Grove sits in Utah County where we swing from 95-degree August afternoons to single-digit January nights, and that freeze-thaw cycle cracks crowns and spalls brick faster than most homeowners expect. Add the valley inversions that keep smoke hanging low, and a partially blocked flue becomes a real health issue. If you have been searching for a chimney inspection service Pleasant Grove UT near me, we cover 84062 and the surrounding neighborhoods seven days a week.
Every inspection we run in Pleasant Grove includes the full checklist below. If your chimney needs a Level 2 or Level 3 inspection because of a recent chimney fire, earthquake, or a home sale, we will tell you upfront and quote the difference. No surprise add-ons after we are on the roof.
We inspect the firebox for cracked firebrick and eroded refractory cement, and test the damper for full travel and a tight seal. A damper that will not close is a heat loss problem in winter and a cold-air problem in summer. We note the gap and photograph the joint.
A rotary chimney sweep brush clears loose soot, then an inspection camera on a reel scans the full length of the flue. We look for liner deterioration, gaps at tile joints, and offset sections. On stainless steel liners we check for pitting and seam separation.
At the roofline we check the crown for cracks, the cap for rust or missing screens, and the flashing for lifted edges or failed sealant. These three items cause most chimney leaks in Pleasant Grove, and all three are visible in a single roof visit.
We light a smoke pen at the firebox and watch how the smoke pulls. Weak draft points to a blockage or a sizing problem. A moisture meter on the surrounding framing tells us whether water is already inside the wall, which changes the repair priority.
You get a written report with photos, code references from NFPA 211 and IRC chimney code, and a plain-English priority list. We walk you through it before we leave. It is documentation you can hand to an insurer, a realtor, or keep for your own records.
We start at the roofline. Crown, cap, flashing, brick face, and mortar joints get checked for spalling, cracking, and rust streaks. On a two-story Pleasant Grove home we set a ladder and use roof-safe boots. This step takes about 15 minutes and usually surfaces the leak source before we ever go inside.
Inside, we open the damper and check its travel, then inspect the firebox for cracked firebrick and eroded refractory cement joints. A damper that sticks or will not seal is a common find in older homes near Old Pleasant Grove. We note the gap measurement and photograph the jointing.
We run a rotary chimney sweep brush down the flue to knock loose soot, then drop an inspection camera on a reel to look for liner deterioration, gaps, and offset joints. On a stainless steel liner we check for pitting and seam separation. This is where most hidden problems show up.
We light a smoke pen at the firebox and watch how the smoke pulls. Weak draft points to a blockage, a cold exterior flue, or a sizing problem. A moisture meter on the surrounding framing tells us whether water is migrating in from a flashing failure or a cracked crown.
You get a written report with photos, code references from NFPA 211 and IRC chimney code, and a plain-English priority list. We walk you through it in person, answer questions, and quote any repair work on the spot. No pressure, no same-day upsell games.
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Powered brush head that clears soot and creosote from the flue walls. We size the head to your flue diameter so it cleans without damaging the liner.
A reel-mounted camera that scans the full length of the flue. It shows us liner cracks, gaps at tile joints, and offset sections that a visual check from the firebox would miss.
Produces a controlled smoke trail at the firebox so we can watch draft strength and direction. Weak or reversed draft points to a blockage or a sizing problem.
Reads moisture content in the framing around the chimney. Anything above 20 percent means water is already inside the wall and the repair priority changes.
Used for crown repair, mortar repair, and tuckpointing. The jointing tool matches the original mortar profile so the repair blends with the existing brickwork.
Stainless and copper caps with spark screens, plus throat and top-sealing dampers. We stock common sizes so most cap and damper repairs are done the same visit.
Waterproofing sealant, crown sealant, and liner products we use on repair work. Vapor-permeable so the masonry can breathe while rain stays out.
A two-story home near Grove Creek had a brown water stain spreading across the ceiling below the chimney. The homeowner assumed the roof was the problem. Our inspection found a hairline crown crack and a failed flashing seal, both letting water into the chase.
We patched the crown with crown sealant, reset the flashing with new step and counter-flashing, and sealed the bond break. The stain dried out within two weeks and has not returned through two winters. Total repair cost was under $900.
A wood-burning household in Battle Creek had been burning daily for three seasons without a sweep. The camera scan showed stage 3 glazed creosote coating the upper third of the flue. One hot fire away from a chimney fire.
We treated the glaze chemically, ran the rotary chimney sweep and flue brush, and re-inspected. The flue came back clean. We also installed a stainless cap with a spark screen. The homeowner now schedules a mid-season sweep every January.
A pre-1970 home in Old Pleasant Grove was under contract when the buyer's inspector flagged the chimney. Our Level 2 inspection found cracked clay tile with gaps at three joints. The sale was on hold until the liner was addressed.
We installed an insulated stainless steel liner sized to the fireplace, replaced the damper, and reset the cap. The report and photos satisfied the buyer's lender, and the sale closed on schedule. The new liner carries a manufacturer warranty.
Most of what we find in Pleasant Grove chimneys falls into a handful of categories. Here are the ones that come up most often, and what happens if you leave them alone.
Ask a pro →We measure the creosote layer with the inspection camera, then remove it with a rotary chimney sweep and flue brush. If the glaze is stubborn, we use a chemical treatment first. After cleaning we re-inspect to confirm the flue is back in the safe zone.
We patch or pour a new crown with crown sealant rated for Utah freeze-thaw, then seal the bond break where the flue meets the crown. Most crown repairs are done in half a day and stop the leak at the source.
We remove the old flashing, reset it with proper step and counter-flashing, and seal it with a UV-rated sealant. If the roof underlayment is compromised, we coordinate with your roofer so the whole detail is watertight.
Depending on the extent, we either seal small cracks with refractory cement or install a stainless steel liner sized to your appliance. We carry Selkirk and DuraVent components and insulate the liner for better draft and less creosote.
Most single-flue inspections in Pleasant Grove run $150 to $350 in 2026. Cost depends on chimney height, flue count, roof access, and whether you need a Level 2 camera scan. A basic Level 1 inspection sits at the low end; a Level 2 with video and moisture testing sits higher. We quote the price before we start, and there is no charge for the estimate.
Our inspection covers the firebox, damper, flue and liner, crown, cap, flashing, and clearance to combustibles. We run a rotary chimney sweep brush, drop an inspection camera, and test draft with a smoke pen. You get a written report with photos and code references. If we find creosote past 1/8 inch or a cracked crown, we quote the fix on the spot.
Once a year if you burn wood regularly, and always before the first fire of the season. NFPA 211 recommends annual inspection for solid-fuel appliances. If you burn fewer than ten fires a year, every other year is workable, but have it checked after any chimney leak, earthquake, or nearby lightning strike. Gas and pellet flues still need eyes on them annually.
Yes, most weekdays we can. Call before noon and we will usually have a technician on your roof the same afternoon. Same-day slots fill fast in October and November when everyone is prepping for burn season, so book early if you can. Weekend appointments are available by request.
chimney repair near meWhen an inspection turns up cracked brick, a failed crown, or a rusted cap, we handle the repair on the same visit whenever parts allow. Most Pleasant Grove chimney repairs are quoted from the inspection report so you are not paying for a second diagnostic trip.Explore →
chimney masonry repairSpalling brick and crumbling mortar are common on Pleasant Grove's older homes after a hard winter. Our masonry repair uses matched firebrick and mortar so the repair blends with the original chimney. We tuckpoint, rebuild crowns, and replace damaged brick courses.Explore →chimney crown repairA cracked crown lets water straight into the flue. We pour or patch crowns with crown sealant rated for Utah freeze-thaw, then seal the bond break at the flue. Most crown repairs take half a day and stop the leak that was staining your ceiling.Explore →
chimney reliningIf the inspection camera shows liner deterioration, gaps, or a clay tile that has shifted, we install a stainless steel liner sized to your appliance. We carry Selkirk and DuraVent components and insulate the liner for better draft and less creosote.Explore →
chimney cap repairA missing or rusted cap lets rain, snow, and animals straight into the flue. We repair or replace caps with stainless or copper models, and add spark screens where needed. It is one of the cheapest fixes that prevents the most expensive damage.Explore →
chimney maintenanceAnnual maintenance keeps your flue in the safe zone. We sweep, inspect, and check the cap, crown, and flashing on every visit. Pleasant Grove homeowners on our maintenance plan get priority scheduling before burn season and a documented history for insurance.Explore →
fireplace repairDamper that will not seal, cracked firebrick, or a firebox that smokes into the room all show up in inspections. We repair dampers, rebuild fireboxes with refractory cement, and reset fireplace doors. Most repairs are done in a single visit.Explore →
emergency chimney repairChimney fire, storm damage, or a flue that has come apart mid-season: we run emergency calls across Utah County. We stabilize the chimney, tarp the opening if needed, and schedule the permanent repair. Call (855) 927-7517 any hour.Explore →Burn season is close. Get your flue checked before the first cold night, not after. Call (855) 927-7517 and we will get a CSIA certified technician on your roof, usually the same day. Upfront pricing, written report, no surprises.
Book inspection now (855) 927-7517 →Call (855) 927-7517 any time, day or night, and a real person answers. For non-emergency work, we return messages within a few hours during business hours and can usually schedule an estimate the same week. Tell us what you are seeing and we will tell you what it likely means.