# Chimney Inspection West Hartford CT | Video Scan > Annual & Level 2 chimney inspections with interior video scans in West Hartford, CT. Real-estate ready reports. CSIA-certified. Book your inspection today. URL: https://westhartfordchimneyrepair.com/chimney-inspections/ ![Chimney technician performing a video scan of a flue with the monitor visible](/images/misc/technician-performing-chimney-video-scan-with-came.webp) # Chimney Inspections & Interior Video Scans in West Hartford Annual and Level 2 chimney inspections with interior video scans. Real-estate ready reports and CSIA-certified findings. Schedule Now [/contact/ →](/contact/) Call (860) 305-5234 [tel:+18603055234 →](tel:+18603055234) CSIA CertifiedSweeps & Techs 30+ YearsServing Central CT FreeVirtual Estimates Financingvia Synchrony Last Updated: July 23, 2026 Our specialized cameras see what the naked eye can't — hidden flue cracks, creosote glaze, and liner damage. We perform Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 inspections, including the Level 2 video scans required during home sales and after chimney events. ## Why Video Scans Change Everything A visual inspection from the firebox and rooftop tells you about 60% of what’s going on in your chimney. The other 40% — hairline liner cracks, **glazed creosote** high in the flue, missing mortar between tiles, animal damage in the smoke chamber — is only visible from inside the flue. That’s what a Level 2 video scan [/guide/what-a-chimney-video-scan-reveals/ →](/guide/what-a-chimney-video-scan-reveals/) is for. We lower a specialized camera down the entire flue and record it. You watch what we see, in real time. Everything gets documented in your report. ## The Three Inspection Levels (Per NFPA 211) **Level 1 — Basic visual.** Included with every routine sweep. We check accessible parts of the chimney and confirm continued safe use for the same appliance. **Level 2 — Video scan.** Required when: - You’re buying or selling a home - There has been a chimney fire or a lightning strike - You’re changing the appliance served by the chimney (oil to gas, adding an insert, etc.) - A Level 1 finds something that needs a closer look **Level 3 — Full diagnostic.** Rare. May require removing parts of the chimney (crown, cap, wall access) to reach hidden problems. Only recommended when Level 1 or 2 findings require it. ## Real-Estate Ready Reports We do a lot of pre-sale inspections across central Connecticut. Every real-estate inspection comes with: - **Written report** with pass/fail on each Level 2 checkpoint - **Photo documentation** of any findings - **Video-scan recording** available to the buyer’s inspector - **Recommendations** clearly labeled “urgent,” “recommended,” or “optional” - **Same-week turnaround** so you don’t hold up the closing ## What We Look For - **Structural condition** of the chimney (leaning, spalling, missing mortar) - **Flue liner condition** — cracks, gaps, corrosion, glazed creosote - **Cap and crown** condition and leak-source diagnosis - **Flashing** at the roofline - **Firebox and smoke chamber** cracks and refractory damage - **Clearances to combustibles** for wood-burning appliances - **Draft and appliance connection** integrity - **Signs of a chimney fire** (puffy creosote, warped damper, discolored liner) ## When to Schedule - **Annually** — every chimney used with any appliance, per NFPA 211 - **Before you close on a home** — as part of the real-estate inspection process - **After any chimney event** — fire, storm, lightning, or notable draft change - **Before switching appliances** — oil to gas conversion, adding an insert - **When something feels off** — new smell, smoke back-up, cold-air draft you didn’t have before ## What’s Included - Annual visual (Level 1) inspections - Interior video scan (Level 2) for real estate & post-event - Level 3 diagnostic access when needed - Documented findings & photos - Real-estate-ready written reports - Same-week scheduling - Findings emailed as PDF within 24 hours ## Recent Work ![Video scan monitor showing a cracked flue tile inside a chimney](/images/features/video-scan-monitor-showing-inside-of-chimney-flue-.webp)![Technician documenting Level 2 inspection findings](/images/features/technician-documenting-chimney-inspection-findings.webp)![Level 1 chimney visual inspection at the fireplace opening](/images/features/level-1-chimney-visual-inspection-at-fireplace-ope.webp)![Photo-annotated chimney inspection report ready for a real estate transaction](/images/features/chimney-inspection-photo-report-with-annotated-dam.webp) Our Process ## How Our Chimney Service Works Simple, transparent, and safe from booking to cleanup. 01 ### Free Estimate Schedule online, by text, or by phone. Choose an in-person visit or a free virtual assessment. 02 ### Diagnostic & Quote Our CSIA-certified tech inspects your chimney, sends a photo-documented report, and gives you a clear written quote. 03 ### Job Day (Spotless) We arrive on time in a branded truck, protect your home with drop cloths and HEPA vacuums, and do the work right. 04 ### White-Glove Cleanup After masonry work, we wash the roof, clean gutters, water plants, and rake footprints out of the lawn. ![Chimney sweep finishing work on a New England home](/images/cta/chimney-sweep-technician-finishing-job-on-brick-ch.webp) ## Ready to Book Your Inspections? Get a free virtual estimate in minutes, or schedule an in-person visit this week. Schedule Now [/contact/ →](/contact/) Call (860) 305-5234 [tel:+18603055234 →](tel:+18603055234) ## What Our Customers Say 5 average from 1,000+ reviews > “Found a leak during the heavy rains last week. They were out the next morning, traced it to the flashing, and fixed it same day. Clean, professional, and fair pricing.” > “Our 1920s chimney needed a full rebuild. The crew rebuilt it beautifully and then washed the roof and raked the lawn afterward. You'd never know they were here, except the chimney looks brand new.” > “Booked a sweep and inspection by text. The tech laid down drop cloths, used a HEPA vacuum, and showed me the video scan of the flue. Genuinely the most thorough chimney company I've used.” ## Questions About Inspections ### What's the difference between Level 1, 2, and 3 chimney inspections? + Level 1 is a basic visual check of accessible parts, part of every routine sweep. Level 2 adds a video scan of the flue interior and is required for real estate sales, after a chimney fire, or when appliances change. Level 3 is a diagnostic that may require removing parts of the chimney to reach hidden areas. See our \[inspection levels guide\](/guide/chimney-inspection-levels-explained/). ### How long does a chimney inspection take? + A Level 1 inspection runs about 30–45 minutes. A Level 2 with video scan typically runs 60–90 minutes. Level 3 inspections vary depending on what needs to be accessed. ### Do I need a Level 2 inspection to sell my house? + Frequently yes. Many buyers, home inspectors, and lenders require a Level 2 chimney inspection as part of a real-estate transaction. We do these quickly and provide a clean written report both parties can use. ### Will you find things I don't want to hear about? + Sometimes. We report honestly — a Level 2 video scan often catches cracked liners, glazed creosote, or minor structural issues a visual check misses. We'll explain what's genuinely urgent, what's optional, and what can wait a season. Learn More ## Guides Related to Inspections In-depth answers to the questions homeowners ask us most. ### What a Chimney Video Scan Reveals A chimney video scan finds internal flue cracks, creosote, and liner damage a standard inspection misses. What the camera catches. Read guide [What a Chimney Video Scan Reveals →](/guide/what-a-chimney-video-scan-reveals/) ### When Do You Need a Level 2 Chimney Inspection? You need a Level 2 chimney inspection during home sales, after a chimney fire or storm, or after an appliance change. Read guide [When Do You Need a Level 2 Chimney Inspection? →](/guide/when-do-you-need-a-level-2-inspection/) ### Level 2 Chimney Inspection Cost in CT What a Level 2 chimney inspection costs in Connecticut, what drives the price, real-estate timing, and video-scan inclusion. Read guide [Level 2 Chimney Inspection Cost in CT →](/guide/level-2-chimney-inspection-cost-ct/) Service Areas ## Serving West Hartford & Central Connecticut Based in West Hartford, we serve Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield counties. Same-week scheduling for most towns. 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