A chimney camera inspection uses specialized video equipment to examine areas inside the chimney flue that cannot be adequately seen from the fireplace or roof. The camera allows a technician to closely evaluate the flue liner and look for cracks, gaps, deterioration, buildup, obstructions, and other hidden concerns.

A camera inspection can help identify cracked or deteriorated liner sections, gaps between flue tiles, creosote buildup, obstructions, animal nests, debris, water-related deterioration, and evidence of previous chimney-fire damage. It can also help determine the location and extent of a problem before repairs are recommended.

Much of a chimney flue is enclosed inside the chimney structure. Looking upward from the fireplace or downward from the chimney top may reveal obvious problems, but it does not always provide a detailed view of every liner surface. A camera provides a much closer look at areas that would otherwise remain hidden.

Yes. One of the primary reasons for performing a chimney camera inspection is to examine the condition of the flue liner. The camera may reveal cracked clay tiles, gaps between liner sections, deterioration, missing material, or other defects that cannot easily be seen from outside the chimney.

Yes. If you know or suspect that a chimney fire occurred, the chimney should be professionally evaluated before the fireplace or connected appliance is used again. Extreme temperatures can damage flue liners even when the chimney appears normal from the outside. A camera inspection can help document the condition of the interior flue.

A detailed chimney inspection can be especially valuable during a real-estate transaction because much of the chimney system is hidden from view. Camera inspection can help reveal liner damage, deterioration, blockages, previous repairs, or other conditions that may not be discovered during a general home inspection.

It can provide important information used to make that determination. If the camera reveals cracks, gaps, missing liner sections, significant deterioration, or other damage, the technician can evaluate whether repair or relining is appropriate. A chimney should not be relined simply because it is old; its actual condition and venting requirements should be evaluated.

Yes. Camera equipment can provide a close view of deposits inside the flue and may help identify areas of creosote accumulation. This can be particularly useful when buildup is located farther inside the chimney or when the technician needs a clearer view of the flue's condition.

Yes. Camera inspections can help locate leaves, nesting material, animal-related debris, fallen masonry, and other obstructions inside a chimney or vent. Identifying the location of a blockage makes it easier to determine the appropriate next step for clearing or repairing the system.

Yes. Turn of the Century Chimney also provides dryer vent camera inspections. A specialized camera can be used to examine difficult or hidden sections of a dryer vent and help identify lint buildup, debris, restrictions, disconnected sections, damage, or other conditions affecting airflow.

A camera inspection can be useful when a dryer vent has a long or complicated route, recurring clogs, unexplained airflow problems, repeated overheating, suspected damage, or a blockage that cannot easily be located. It can also help evaluate the condition of a vent before recommending repair or rerouting.

Yes. Camera inspections provide visual documentation of conditions inside the chimney or vent. Turn of the Century Chimney can use images and video to show you areas of concern and explain what was found so you can better understand any recommended cleaning, repair, or maintenance.

Not necessarily. The importance of a finding depends on what was discovered, its location and severity, the type of chimney or venting system, and how the system is being used. The purpose of the camera inspection is to gather better information so repair recommendations can be based on the actual condition of the system.

Turn of the Century Chimney provides professional chimney and vent camera inspections throughout Wichita and surrounding Kansas communities, including Andover, Derby, Bel Aire, Maize, Goddard, El Dorado, Park City, Valley Center, Augusta, Eureka, Winfield, and nearby areas. Our certified technicians use high-resolution camera equipment to provide a detailed look inside chimney flues and venting systems.