Chimney Inspection Level 2
A camera-deep look inside
No pressure. No surprise fees. A clear price before any work starts.
A Level 2 inspection goes where eyes alone can't: a camera travels the full length of the flue while your technician checks the accessible parts of the attic, crawlspace, and basement that the chimney passes through. It's the inspection level called for when a home changes hands, when you switch fuel or connect a new appliance, and after a chimney fire or major storm. Quick Chimney performs Level 2 inspections across Massachusetts, with clear video evidence and plain-English findings you can act on.
Warning signs you need chimney inspection level 2
Warning signs
- You're buying or selling a home and the transaction calls for a documented chimney inspection
- You're switching fuel type or connecting a new stove, insert, or heating appliance
- There's been a chimney fire, even a small one you caught early
- A storm, lightning strike, or earthquake may have damaged the chimney
- A standard inspection or home inspector flagged something that needs a closer look inside the flue
Why it mattersAfter a home sale, a fuel change, a chimney fire or a major storm, damage inside the flue can't be seen without a camera.
- Level 2 inspection, single flue
- $250–$600
Multiple flues, very tall chimneys or difficult roof access push the number higher. These are national cost-guide figures, not a quote. Read our cost guide.
Your price: a clear, free quote before any work starts. No surprise fees.
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Getting chimney inspection level 2 handled
Tell us what is going on — online in about two minutes, or by phone. We come back fast with a clear, free quote and a plain-English explanation of what your chimney actually needs.
On the day we protect the space with drop cloths and HEPA vacuums, do the work properly, and leave it spotless. Urgent problems go to the front of the line.
Most jobs touch more than one part of the system, so we also handle chimney sweeping, safety inspections, masonry repair, crown repair, and cap installation — one crew, one visit where we can.
What is included
- Full video scan of the flue interior from firebox to cap
- Everything in a standard visual inspection: firebox, smoke chamber, damper, cap, crown, flashing, and exterior masonry
- Examination of accessible attic, crawlspace, and basement areas around the chimney
- Check of clearances to combustibles and the connection to your fireplace, stove, or furnace
- Recorded footage and photos of anything the camera finds, so you can see it yourself
- A written summary in plain English, suitable for sharing with a buyer, seller, or insurance company
Frequently asked questions
What makes a Level 2 inspection different from a basic inspection?
A basic visual inspection covers the readily accessible parts of the chimney. A Level 2 adds a camera scan of the entire flue interior plus a check of accessible attic, crawlspace, and basement areas, so hidden cracks, gaps, and damage can't go unnoticed. You also get documented findings, which matter in a real estate sale or an insurance claim.
Do I really need a Level 2 inspection when buying a home?
It's the inspection level widely recommended whenever a property changes hands, because a general home inspection rarely looks inside the flue. Hidden flue damage can be one of the more expensive surprises a buyer inherits, and a video scan settles the question before you close instead of after.
Will a Level 2 inspection damage my walls or chimney?
No. The camera enters through existing openings such as the firebox or cleanout, and the technician only examines areas that are already accessible. Nothing is opened up or torn out; if the findings ever point to work behind a wall, that's a separate conversation you'd approve first.
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A clear price before any work starts. No surprise fees, no pressure.
Urgent jobs first
Smoke backup, leaks, animals, storm damage go to the front of the line.
All of Massachusetts
Greater Boston to the Cape, North Shore to the Berkshires.
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