Level 1 Chimney Inspection
The annual baseline check NFPA 211 calls for.
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Level 2 Chimney Inspection
NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 inspection at every property transfer, after any chimney fire or operating malfunction, and whenever the appliance or fuel type changes. It includes everything in a Level 1, plus a video scan of the full flue interior and access to attics, crawl spaces, and basements the chimney passes through. Tile gaps, hidden cracks, and misaligned joints don't show up in a flashlight check — the camera finds them or rules them out. The report includes captured stills from the scan, so you're never asked to take a hidden defect on faith.
Duration
90–150 min
Warranty
1-year workmanship
Certified
CSIA · Licensed & Insured
Human reply
< 2 min
Prices shown are starting estimates and may change with the condition, access, and scope we find on site. Only a written quote from an on-site visit is a price we commit to.
Choose the inspection for the question
A scan is evidence. The report explains what it means.
Start with what changed
A property transfer, a proposed appliance or fuel change, and an event that may have damaged the chimney raise different questions. Describe the reason for your visit and share any earlier findings. The office reviews the scope before an appointment is agreed.
Separate observed conditions from inaccessible areas
Level 2 includes an interior scan and accessible portions of the system. Ask which flues and appliances were inspected, where each finding was recorded, and what could not be reached or scanned. A limitation needs a reason in the report; it does not establish that a hidden area is sound.
Use the findings before approving the next job
Keep the report, images and any access exceptions together. For a sale, confirm the report timing against your own deadline. For a repair or conversion, ask which finding or appliance requirement supports the proposed work before approving a separate scope.
Read the inspection-report guideWhat is it
What is level 2 chimney inspection?
NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 inspection at every property transfer, after any chimney fire or operating malfunction, and whenever the appliance or fuel type changes. It includes everything in a Level 1, plus a video scan of the full flue interior and access to attics, crawl spaces, and basements the chimney passes through. Tile gaps, hidden cracks, and misaligned joints don't show up in a flashlight check — the camera finds them or rules them out. The report includes captured stills from the scan, so you're never asked to take a hidden defect on faith.
Every level 2 chimney inspection includes:
- Level-appropriate inspection per NFPA 211
- Photo documentation of findings
- Written findings summary
- Plain-English next-step recommendations
Why choose us
Why DFW homeowners pick Chimney Standard for level 2 chimney inspection.
We've worked on 0+ DFW homes over 15+ years. Every job — small sweep or full rebuild — runs the same way: certified technicians, written quotes, photo reports, warranty in writing.
15+
Years experience
CSIA
Certified techs
22
Metros covered
CSIA-certified inspectors only
Written quote before any work begins
1-year workmanship warranty
Insurance-grade photo documentation
Who we are
Chimney Standard. 15+ years on DFW chimneys.
Family-owned, CSIA-certified, NFPA 211–compliant. We're the team you call when you want it done right the first time — no rotating subcontractors, no upsell pressure, no surprises. Same techs, same trucks, same standard.
CSIA Certified
Chimney Safety Institute of America
NFPA 211 Compliant
Code-compliant on every job
Owner on every job
Personal accountability, every time
1-year workmanship warranty
In writing, every job
Chimney Standard
DFW Metroplex · CSIA-Certified
NFPA 211
Code compliant
Level 2 Chimney Inspection by location
Dallas, TXPlano, TXFrisco, TXMcKinney, TXFort Worth, TXArlington, TXIrving, TXGarland, TXGrand Prairie, TXMesquite, TXRichardson, TXAllen, TXCarrollton, TXDenton, TXLewisville, TXFlower Mound, TXThe Colony, TXCoppell, TXGrapevine, TXSouthlake, TXColleyville, TXKeller, TXTrophy Club, TXWestlake, TXHighland Park, TXUniversity Park, TXAddison, TXFarmers Branch, TXDuncanville, TXDeSoto, TXCedar Hill, TXLancaster, TXRowlett, TXRockwall, TXWylie, TXSachse, TXMurphy, TXFairview, TXProsper, TXCelina, TXLittle Elm, TXArgyle, TXRoanoke, TXHaslet, TXNorth Richland Hills, TXHurst, TXEuless, TXBedford, TXWatauga, TXBurleson, TXMansfield, TXMidlothian, TXWaxahachie, TXEnnis, TXKaufman, TXTerrell, TXForney, TXHeath, TXFate, TXRhome, TXHouston, TXSugar Land, TXThe Woodlands, TXPearland, TXLeague City, TXConroe, TXMissouri City, TXAtascocita, TXKingwood, TXCypress, TXSpring, TXKaty, TXFriendswood, TXHumble, TXTomball, TXRichmond, TXAustin, TXRound Rock, TXCedar Park, TXGeorgetown, TXLeander, TXSan Marcos, TXPflugerville, TXKyle, TXHutto, TXLakeway, TXBuda, TXManor, TXBastrop, TXBee Cave, TXDripping Springs, TXSan Antonio, TXNew Braunfels, TXSchertz, TXCibolo, TXSeguin, TXConverse, TXBoerne, TXUniversal City, TXLive Oak, TXLeon Valley, TXFair Oaks Ranch, TXHelotes, TXAlamo Heights, TXFloresville, TXBulverde, TXGarden Ridge, TX
FAQ
Common questions about level 2 chimney inspection.
What does Level 2 add to a Level 1 inspection?
Level 2 adds an interior camera survey or similar inspection and assessment of accessible portions beyond the basic check. The reason for the visit, the connected appliances and available access determine the scope; a longer appointment alone does not define the inspection level.
What should I send if I am buying or selling the property?
CSIA identifies a property sale as a reason to consider Level 2. Share the address, any existing report and your option-period or closing deadline. Ask the office to confirm the inspection scope and report timing before relying on a particular date.
Does Level 2 reveal everything behind the walls?
No. Accessible areas and an interior scan have limits. Areas that cannot be reached or scanned, and the reasons, should be recorded. Opening finished construction or investigating a suspected concealed condition requires a separately discussed scope; an unseen area is not a confirmed pass.
What should I be able to check in the written report?
Look for the inspected system and reason for the inspection, findings tied to locations and images, any access limitations, and the basis for the recommended next step. Keep prior reports for comparison. A repair proposal should make clear which documented finding it addresses.
Is a gas-log purchase enough to approve a fireplace conversion?
No. A proposed appliance or fuel change needs review of the existing system and the selected manufacturer's requirements. Send the current appliance information and proposed model. Product appearance, opening measurements and a catalog order do not establish fireplace compatibility.
Does submitting the form reserve an inspection appointment?
The form sends a service request. The office confirms the appropriate scope, fee, access arrangements and appointment separately. Include a deadline or access restriction in your message so it can be considered before a visit is agreed.
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Years in the field
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Checklist
48h
Written report
< 2hr
Response
Ready when you are
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Flat fee confirmed when you book. Same-week scheduling. A pass/fail verdict within 48 hours.
Licensed & Insured Same-Week Scheduling Photo-Documented Findings
Emergency
24/7 Response
Chimney fire, storm hit, active leak, or a flue you're not sure about? We answer 7 AM to midnight and the assessment ends in a written safe-to-use verdict — including a do-not-use notice when the evidence supports one. After-hours dispatch runs subject to crew availability.
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