Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Trusted Chimney Inspection for Atlanta Homeowners
A chimney inspection in Atlanta typically costs between $149 and $349 for a standard visual check, with camera-assisted inspections running higher. Ashby Chimney Atlanta has inspected flues throughout the metro area since 2002, from brick bungalows in Candler-McAfee to newer builds in North Druid Hills. Nathan Corliss and our technicians show up in uniform, walk you through what we’re looking at, and hand you a written report before we leave the driveway. If you’ve been putting off an inspection because you don’t want a sales pitch, you’ll find we’re different. Call (678) 263-7908 and a live person answers, day or night.
Fireplace Inspection
Fireplace Inspection is a close-up examination of the firebox, damper, hearth, and surrounding masonry to catch cracks, gaps, and airflow problems before they turn into smoke backing into your living room. If you’ve noticed a smell, staining, or the fire just doesn’t draw like it used to, it’s time. In Atlanta, most fireplace inspections run $149 to $249 as part of a full Chimney Inspection in Atlanta, and we always give a written price before any work starts. You’ll see what we see.
Firebox and Damper Check
We look for cracked firebrick, eroded mortar joints, and a damper that doesn’t seat or open fully. A warped damper lets heated air escape all summer and pulls smoke back into the house in winter. Most damper issues we find in Atlanta are repairable without replacing the whole unit.
Hearth Clearance and Combustibles
We measure clearance between the firebox opening and any flooring, trim, or furniture. Older Atlanta homes often have hearths that no longer meet current clearance code. We’ll tell you plainly if it’s a real concern or something that can wait.
Styles & brands we work with
Chimney Inspection Services
Chimney Inspection Services cover the full system from the firebox to the flue cap, inside and out, including the chase, crown, flashing, and masonry. Homeowners book these after a storm, before the first burn of the season, or when buying or selling a home. Our inspection service in Atlanta carries a written report with photos and a written price for any repair we recommend, no exceptions. Typical cost: $149 for a basic sweep-and-check, $249 for a full visual inspection, and more if camera work is needed.
Pre-Season Safety Check
Every fall, we recommend a full inspection before that first fire. Creosote buildup from last season, a cracked cap from spring storms, or a nest from summer birds can all be waiting up there. It takes us 45 to 90 minutes, and you’ll have a clear go or no-go before the cold sets in.
Real Estate Transaction Inspections
Buying or selling in Atlanta? A documented inspection protects both sides. We provide a written report that agents and lenders accept, with photos and a repair estimate if needed. We can usually schedule within two business days, and we’ll work directly with your closing timeline.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Flue Inspection
Chimney Flue Inspection is the part of the job where we examine the flue liner, the clay or steel tube that vents combustion gases out of your home, for cracks, gaps, or blockages that can’t be seen from the ground. A cracked flue liner is the most common hidden defect we find in Atlanta chimneys, especially in homes with clay tile liners built before 1980. Our flue inspections use a camera where needed, and you’ll see every image before we discuss any repair. Cost starts at $149 and rises with camera work.
Clay Tile Liner Condition
Clay tiles crack from decades of heating and cooling cycles, and once they crack, hot gases can reach the masonry behind them. In Druid Hills and Decatur, where chimneys run 60 to 80 years old, we see this weekly during our Chimney Inspection in Decatur. A camera inspection shows exactly which tiles are compromised and where.
Stainless Steel Liner Evaluation
If you already have a steel liner, we check the welds, the seams, and the connection at the appliance and the top. Steel liners installed with cheap clamps or poorly sized flue connectors fail at the joints. We carry DuraFlex and Olympia Chimney parts, so if we find a problem, the fix is done with materials we trust, not whatever happens to be on the truck.
Chimney Fire
Chimney Fire damage is what we look for when a homeowner tells us they heard a roar, saw flames from the top, or smelled something acrid after a fire. It happens when creosote inside the flue ignites. Even a small chimney fire can crack the flue liner, warp the damper, and separate the flue tiles. In Atlanta, a post-fire inspection runs $249 to $349 because it requires a full camera pass and often a second set of eyes. If you suspect you’ve had one, book the inspection now. Don’t burn again until we’ve cleared it.
Signs of a Past Chimney Fire
Look for creosote that looks puffed or honeycombed, cracked flue tiles visible from the top, or a warped metal damper. These are indicators, not proof, but they’re enough to justify a camera inspection. We’d rather confirm it was nothing than have you find out the hard way.
What We Do After a Chimney Fire
We start with a camera pass and then give you a written assessment: what’s damaged, what it costs to repair, and whether the chimney is safe to use in its current state. If the liner is compromised, we’ll quote the repair using HeatShield or a new steel liner from DuraFlex. You’ll see the damage before you spend a dollar.
Level 2 Chimney Inspection
Level 2 Chimney Inspection is the industry-standard deep inspection that uses a camera to examine the entire flue interior, plus the accessible areas of the attic, crawlspace, and exterior masonry. In Atlanta, this is what we recommend after a chimney fire, before a real estate transaction, after a seismic event or severe storm, or when you’re changing fuel type say, converting a wood fireplace to gas. It runs $249 to $349, and the report includes photos and video stills of every finding.
When You Can’t Skip It
If a home inspector flagged the chimney in a purchase, you need a Level 2. If a tree limb hit the chimney, you need one. If the firebox was rebuilt or a new appliance was installed, you need one. We don’t upcharge for the level; it’s the same price whether we recommend it or you request it.
What the Camera Sees
The camera reveals what a flashlight can’t: hidden cracks behind the smoke shelf, gaps in the liner, and blockages from fallen mortar. In older Atlanta homes, the smoke shelf area is often where we find decades of debris that a standard sweep missed. We’ll show you those images on site.
Chimney Leak
Chimney Leak problems are one of the top reasons Atlanta homeowners call us after a heavy rain. Water enters through a cracked crown, failed flashing, or a missing cap, then works its way into the attic and down the interior walls. The inspection part is straightforward: we find where water is getting in, show you the photos, and quote the fix. Leak-source inspections start at $149, and if the repair is done by Ashby Chimney Atlanta, that inspection fee is credited toward the work.
Crown and Flashing Vulnerabilities
The crown is the concrete slab at the top of the chimney, and Atlanta’s heat and rain cycle cracks it faster than most areas. Flashing, where the chimney meets the roofline, is another common entry point. We’ll check both, and we’ll tell you if the fix is a $400 crown seal or a full re-flash.
Interior Water Damage Assessment
Water can travel surprisingly far from a chimney leak. We’ll check the attic space near the chase, look for staining on the ceiling joists, and report what we find. You’ll know whether the leak is active or old, and whether any mold or rot needs attention from a separate trade.
Chimney Camera Inspection
Chimney Camera Inspection is exactly what it sounds like: a waterproof camera head lowered through the flue from the top or pushed up from the firebox, recording everything in real time. It’s the only way to see the inside of a flue liner without taking the chimney apart. In Atlanta, camera inspections run $249 to $349 and are included in every Level 2 inspection. If we recommend a liner repair, you will have seen the problem yourself, not just heard about it.
What You See on the Screen
We bring a monitor into the room or show you the feed on a tablet, and we narrate as we go. You’ll see the flue tiles, the joints, the smoke chamber, and any damage, live. That transparency is the Kingswell Way: no work recommended without evidence you’ve seen.
When a Camera Inspection Pays for Itself
If you’ve been told you need a new liner by another company, get a camera inspection before you spend thousands. In Chimney Inspection - Union City and Fairburn especially, we’ve found no damage at all in some cases and a $300 fix in others where a full rebuild had been quoted. Seeing is believing.
Brands We Service
We service chimneys built with every liner and cap brand common in the Atlanta market, and we stock repair materials from the names we trust: DuraFlex steel liners, HeatShield resurfacing compound, Olympia Chimney caps and dampers, and Famco venting parts. When a repair calls for a brand-specific fitting, we don’t substitute. We order the right part and schedule the job when it arrives.
We’ve worked on hundreds of Olympia Chimney caps and dampers in the field, and when a stainless liner is needed, DuraFlex is our standard. HeatShield gets called in for clay tile liners that can be resurfaced instead of fully replaced. Whether your chimney uses one of those or a mix of parts from a dozen manufacturers, we can inspect it and quote the repair honestly. No chimney is beyond our scope.
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Smoke backing into the room. This means the flue isn’t drawing properly, whether that’s a blockage, a cold flue, or a damper issue. It’s also a carbon monoxide indicator if you’re burning gas, so don’t wait on this one.
- A smell like burnt barbecue but no barbecue. That’s creosote. It means the flue is loaded and shouldn’t be burned again until it’s swept and inspected. A chimney fire starts with creosote, and Atlanta chimneys collect it fast in humid winters.
- Water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace. That’s a chimney leak finding its way inside. Let it go and you’ll be looking at drywall repair on top of the chimney repair. Better to catch the source now.
- White staining on the exterior brick. Efflorescence means water is moving through the masonry. It signals a crown, flashing, or mortar issue that will get worse with every rain. A quick inspection will identify which one.
- You bought the house and have never had it inspected. Every homeowner should get a baseline inspection within the first year. We find problems in first-year-inspection chimneys in Dunwoody and East Point that have been hiding for a decade. Knowing is better than guessing.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Book the appointment and get your window. Call (678) 263-7908. You’ll talk to a real person who asks a few questions about your fireplace and schedules you for a real arrival window, not a four-hour block. We show up when we say we will.
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Walkthrough and written price. When we arrive, we walk the site with you, inside and out, and explain what we’ll be doing. Before anything starts, you get a written price. The number on the invoice matches the number we quoted at the door. No exceptions, ever.
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The inspection itself. We use a camera for flue interiors, visual checks for masonry and flashing, and a mirror and light for the smoke shelf and damper areas. Every step is narrated so you know what we’re looking at and why. Expect 45 to 90 minutes for a standard inspection.
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You see what we see. We review photos and video on site. If we find a problem, you’ll see it on the screen. We then put our findings in a written report with repair recommendations and a written quote for any work you choose to schedule. Nothing is recommended without evidence.
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You get the written guarantee. If you schedule a repair, the job comes with the 365-Day Done Right Promise and a written guarantee, not a handshake. If a covered repair fails, we come back and fix it at no charge. That’s the Kingswell Guarantee, and it’s not an add-on. It’s standard.
How Much Does Chimney Inspection Cost in Atlanta?
A standard visual chimney inspection in Atlanta runs $149, and a full Level 2 camera inspection runs $249 to $349 depending on chimney height and access. Here’s a breakdown of common scenarios:
- Basic sweep-and-check (visual): $149. Includes firebox, damper, cap, and crown check from the roof or ground when accessible.
- Full visual inspection (Level 1, no camera): $249. Adds attic and crawlspace checks, masonry assessment, and a written report.
- Level 2 camera inspection: $249 to $349. Complete flue interior video, smoke chamber review, written report with photos. Recommended for real estate transactions and suspected fires.
- Post-chimney-fire inspection: $249 to $349, same as a Level 2. The extra scrutiny is built in, not billed separately.
- Leak-source inspection: $149. If you hire us for the repair, that inspection fee is credited toward the total.
What affects the price: roof pitch and access (a steep Atlanta roof takes more time and equipment), chimney height, whether we’re clearing creosote first, and whether the previous owner left surprises like a blocked flue or a buried cap. You’ll never pay a surprise upcharge. The price we quote at the door is the price on the invoice. Our free estimates include the inspection, photo review, and a written quote for any recommended work. If we recommend a repair, you’ll have seen the evidence yourself before you decide. Call (678) 263-7908 for a quote on your specific chimney.
Our Service Area Near Atlanta
Ashby Chimney Atlanta serves the city and the surrounding metro, including Dunwoody, North Atlanta, East Point, Union City, Fairburn, Hapeville, Druid Hills, Gresham Park, Decatur, North Druid Hills, and Candler-McAfee. Most inspections are scheduled within two to three business days, and we can often fit a chimney inspection in Atlanta proper within the week. For a detailed look at one of our core service areas, see our Chimney Inspection in Atlanta page, or if you’re further north, check out Chimney Inspection in Dunwoody or Chimney Inspection in North Atlanta. Wherever you are in the metro, the same Kingswell Guarantee applies.
Serving Atlanta, GA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Atlanta area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Inspection in Atlanta
A chimney inspection is a professional evaluation of the fireplace, flue, damper, cap, crown, flashing, and surrounding masonry, done to find damage, blockages, and safety hazards. Levels 1, 2, and 3 cover different depths, from visual checks to full camera passes. At Ashby Chimney Atlanta, every inspection ends with a written report and photos.
Most inspections take 45 to 90 minutes in Atlanta, depending on chimney height, access, and whether it’s a standard visual or a Level 2 camera inspection. Add 15 minutes if we’re also doing a sweep. We’ll give you a realistic window when you call, and we show up inside it.
A chimney inspection in Atlanta runs $149 for a visual, $249 to $349 for a camera-assisted Level 2 inspection. Post-fire inspections and leak-source inspections fall in that same $149 to $349 range. You’ll always get a written price before we start, and the number on that paper is the number you pay. Call (678) 263-7908 for a free estimate on your chimney.
Yes. We inspect and service chimneys with clay tile liners, DuraFlex steel liners, HeatShield resurfacing, Olympia Chimney caps and dampers, Famco venting, and more. If your chimney uses a brand we don’t stock, we’ll tell you on the front end and order the right part before we return for the repair.
If you suspect a chimney fire or have water actively coming in, call (678) 263-7908 any time, day or night. We keep emergency inspection slots open each week in Atlanta and can often get to urgent calls within 24 to 48 hours. A live person answers, no voicemail loops.
Every repair we complete comes with the 365-Day Done Right Promise and a written guarantee. If a covered repair fails within the guarantee period, we return and fix it at no charge. The guarantee is included with the job, not sold as an add-on, and it’s in writing before we start.
Clear the area around the fireplace so we have room to work, and move anything fragile off the mantel. If you have gas logs, don’t run them the morning of the inspection; we need the unit cool and the gas off if you’d like us to check the valve area. That’s it. We bring the rest, including drop cloths, a camera, and the inspection report.
Schedule Your Chimney Inspection Service in Atlanta Today
Don’t wait until the first cold snap or the first hard rain to get your chimney looked at. Call (678) 263-7908 and a live person will book your inspection at a time that works. You’ll get a written price before anything starts, a written report when we’re done, and the Kingswell Guarantee on any repair. There’s no obligation and no pressure. Just straight answers from a company that’s been doing this in Atlanta since 2002.
Written by Nathan Corliss, Owner at Ashby Chimney Atlanta, serving Atlanta since 2002.