Amazing Flames Chimney Care FAQs: Metro Atlanta’s Safety Tips

Our technicians arrive in clearly marked company vehicles for easy identification and your peace of mind.

Being a certified chimney sweep company means our technicians have completed formal training and testing through a recognized industry organization, such as the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) or the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG). Certification ensures that our team follows nationally recognized standards for chimney inspection, cleaning, and repair. It also means we stay up to date on current building codes, safety practices, and proper use of tools and materials—helping protect your home from fire hazards and performance issues.

Q: What will I get out of a chimney inspection?
A: A Level 2 chimney inspection provides a comprehensive evaluation of your entire chimney system. This inspection includes all the components of a Level 1 inspection, plus a detailed visual and video examination of the internal flue system using specialized camera equipment. It also includes an inspection of accessible areas in the attic, crawl space, and exterior to identify any hidden damage or safety concerns. You’ll receive a detailed inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations explained by a certified technician. This level of inspection is required when a home is being sold, when a new appliance or flue liner is installed, or after a chimney fire, severe weather event, or structural modification.

Q: When is the best time of year to get a chimney sweep and inspection done?
A: The best time of year to schedule a chimney sweep or chimney repairs is during the spring or summer months, after the heating season has ended. This allows time to identify and address any damage caused by winter use or weather before the next cold season begins. Scheduling in the off-season also offers shorter wait times and more flexible appointment options, since demand for chimney services is highest in the fall and early winter. By taking care of cleaning, inspections, and repairs early, you ensure your system is safe, efficient, and ready for use when temperatures drop again.

Q: Do I have to move furniture for the techs to service the chimney?
A: In most cases, you do not need to move furniture. Our technicians take care to protect your home by using drop cloths and moving small items as needed to safely access your chimney and fireplace. If large furniture or obstacles block the work area, we may ask for minimal assistance to ensure a thorough and safe inspection or service.

Q: How should I prepare for a chimney sweep and inspection?
A: To prepare for a chimney sweep and inspection, you can help make the process smooth and efficient by:

1. Clearing the area around the fireplace or stove – remove small furniture, decorations, and rugs that could be in the way.
2. Securing pets and children – this ensures safety and allows the technician to work without interruptions.
3. Providing access to all levels of your home – including the attic, basement, or crawl spaces if your chimney runs through them.
4. Not using the fireplace or stove on the day of the appointment, and ensuring the system is cool.
   Following these steps helps the technician perform a thorough inspection and cleaning while protecting your home.

A Level 2 chimney inspection provides a comprehensive evaluation of your entire chimney system. This inspection includes all the components of a Level 1 inspection, plus a detailed visual and video examination of the internal flue system using specialized camera equipment. It also includes an inspection of accessible areas in the attic, crawl space, and exterior to identify any hidden damage or safety concerns. You’ll receive a detailed inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations explained by a certified technician. This level of inspection is required when a home is being sold, when a new appliance or flue liner is installed, or after a chimney fire, severe weather event, or structural modification.

The best time of year to schedule a chimney sweep or chimney repairs is during the spring or summer months, after the heating season has ended. This allows time to identify and address any damage caused by winter use or weather before the next cold season begins. Scheduling in the off-season also offers shorter wait times and more flexible appointment options, since demand for chimney services is highest in the fall and early winter. By taking care of cleaning, inspections, and repairs early, you ensure your system is safe, efficient, and ready for use when temperatures drop again.

In most cases, you do not need to move furniture. Our technicians take care to protect your home by using drop cloths and moving small items as needed to safely access your chimney and fireplace. If large furniture or obstacles block the work area, we may ask for minimal assistance to ensure a thorough and safe inspection or service.

To prepare for a chimney sweep and inspection, you can help make the process smooth and efficient by:

1. Clearing the area around the fireplace or stove – remove small furniture, decorations, and rugs that could be in the way.
2. Securing pets and children – this ensures safety and allows the technician to work without interruptions.
3. Providing access to all levels of your home – including the attic, basement, or crawl spaces if your chimney runs through them.

Not using the fireplace or stove on the day of the appointment, and ensuring the system is cool.
Following these steps helps the technician perform a thorough inspection and cleaning while protecting your home.