Buying a NYC home with a fireplace or boiler? Get the chimney checked first.

Chimney Inspection Before Buying a Home in NYC

A standard home inspection does not include the chimney flue. For NYC’s older housing stock, a dedicated Level 2 chimney inspection — with a camera scan of the full flue (starts at $199 in Brooklyn, $399 in Manhattan) — is the only way to know what you are buying. NFPA 211 recommends a Level 2 inspection when a home changes hands.

What a pre-purchase inspection covers

  • Camera scan — full flue interior, top to bottom, recorded.
  • Liner condition — cracks, gaps, deterioration.
  • Blockages — nests, debris, collapsed parts.
  • Sizing — is the flue right for the appliance?
  • Written report with photos — for your attorney and negotiation.

We serve buyers across Brooklyn and Manhattan. If the inspection finds issues, you can negotiate repairs or credits before closing.

For Realtors

Closing on a home with a fireplace or boiler? We provide NFPA 211 Level 2 camera inspections with a written photo report for closings — fast turnaround to keep your deal on track. Level 2 camera inspection starts at $199 in Brooklyn / $399 in Manhattan. Call (347) 297-9646.

Chimney Inspection BEFORE Installing a New Boiler

A new boiler needs the correct flue sizing, a sound liner and a draft test. An unlined, oversized or cracked flue paired with a new boiler causes backdrafting and carbon monoxide danger — and NYC code requires the chimney to suit the new appliance. Book a Level 2 camera inspection (starts at $199 in Brooklyn / $399 in Manhattan) before the boiler goes in. Licensed & insured. Call (347) 297-9646.

FAQs

Should I inspect the chimney before buying?

Yes. Chimney repairs (especially liners) cost thousands. A Level 1 visual inspection (no camera) — starts at $99 in Brooklyn ($199 in Manhattan) — before closing can save you from a surprise liner job — new liner installation starts at $3,000 in Brooklyn and $5,000 in Manhattan.

What is a Level 2 inspection?

A camera scan of the full flue interior, plus accessible attic and basement checks. NFPA 211 recommends it at property transfer.

Can I use the report to negotiate?

Yes — our written photo report documents issues for your attorney.

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