Keeping Your Chimney Up to Code
As recommended by the Code 211 of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) all chimneys including furnace chimneys should be inspected and serviced by a certified technician yearly. Judd & Son Chimney Service, Inc.
offer chimney inspections
and other services.
There Are Three Levels Of A Chimney Inspection.
Level I: Visual inspection
Is what is performed in most homes. We carefully look over all 14 parts of your fireplace chimney and verify that the chimney is structurally sound, has no obstructions or combustible deposits (creosote), and all clearances are met.
Level II: Closed Circuit Video Inspection
Is recommended when the structural integrity of the internals is suspicious, that a malfunction may have caused damage to the internals, however not visible to the naked eye. Also, a chim-scan is highly recommended if you plan on converting your system, or if you plan the sale or purchase of a home. The level II inspection also includes the visual inspection of a Level I of all 14 parts of your chimney.
Level III Inspection
Is when the system needs to be taken apart in order to have access to the damaged areas when serious hazards are suspicious.
All Your Chimney Needs Handled By Our Team
Chimney Cap Installation - Why Is It Important?
If you have a wood-burning fireplace, the NFPA code book suggests that for every cord or cord and a half of wood you burn, you need to have your fireplace swept (cleaned). This consists of removing the creosote (soot formed by the natural byproduct of burning wood) from the inner walls of your chimney liner.
Creosote is highly flammable and creosote accumulation will cause a chimney fire. A chimney sweep includes the flue liner, smoke chamber, smoke shelf, damper, and firebox.
Relining of Fireplace & Furnace Chimney
Coming soon
Relining of Fireplace & Furnace Chimney
Coming soon
Chimney Rebuild
When a chimney is beyond repair for tuckpointing, a chimney rebuild is necessary. We offer chimney rebuild, partial, from the roof line up, or complete rebuild as well as any brick or stonework, including complete brickwork on a new home to rebuilding a planter. No job is too big or too small.
Lock-Top Damper
Huge heat loss occurs when a chimney damper doesn’t seal properly or is missing or broken. You can’t see it, however, the heat just goes out of the house. If your damper is not sealed properly, it is like leaving the front door open in the middle of winter.
Lock-Top Damper
We use the Energy Top lock-top damper. It is constructed of stainless steel and aluminum. The Energy Top lock-top damper also includes a cap for additional protection. They are easy to operate, they have a lifetime warranty, and they are made in the U.S.A.
Schedule Your Chimney Service
Make sure your fireplace and chimney are in perfect working condition before winter, call Judd & Son Chimney Service, Inc. to handle your chimney inspection and repair needs 219-365-0099.
