Fireplace Safety Inspections
The firebox, damper and connections that make a fireplace safe to use — checked by people who know what failure looks like.
A fireplace inspection focuses on the appliance itself: the firebox, damper, hearth, surround and — for gas units — the burner, logs, pilot and connections. It's where we confirm the parts you interact with every burn are sound, and where small problems like cracked firebrick or a stuck damper get flagged before they become safety issues.
Roosevelt Chimney Works inspects masonry fireplaces, prefabricated fireplaces, inserts and gas units. Fireplace and chimney inspections complement each other — one covers the appliance, the other the flue above it — and together they give a full picture of your system's safety.
Reasons to have your fireplace inspected
- Cracked or crumbling firebrick or mortar joints in the firebox.
- A damper that sticks, won't seal, or won't stay open.
- Gas units with weak, uneven, or sooty flames.
- Smoke or heat staining on the surround.
- Before first use each season, or after buying a home.
What we check
For wood-burning units, we examine the firebox brick and mortar, the damper operation and seal, the hearth and surround, and the connection into the flue. Cracks in firebox mortar are more than cosmetic — they can expose combustible framing behind the masonry to heat.
For gas fireplaces we check the burner, log placement, pilot and ignition, venting and connections, and look for soot or corrosion that signals a combustion problem. In every case you get a straightforward report on what's safe, what to watch, and what needs action.
Pittsburgh & Western PA context
Many Pittsburgh homes have converted between wood and gas over the decades, and those conversions aren't always done correctly. A fireplace inspection often catches mismatched or improperly vented setups that previous owners left behind.
Related services
Serving Pittsburgh · Mt. Lebanon · Upper St. Clair · Bethel Park · South Park · Baldwin · Whitehall · Brentwood & many more communities across Greater Pittsburgh.
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- Repairs recommended before replacement
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