A fireplace is the warm heart of a Minnesota home in a freezing winter, but it needs regular care to stay safe. According to NFPA 211 standards, every solid-fuel venting system needs a professional safety check and have it done at least once a year.
At JB Chimney Services, we offer certified chimney inspections across the Twin Cities. We find hidden structural defects, dangerous blockages, and fire risks before they threaten your home. We utilize high-resolution closed-circuit camera technology to inspect every inch of your flue.
Whether you are buying a historic home, facing drafting problems, or preparing for winter frost, our team keeps your hearth safe. We also make sure it meets code.
When it’s needed: If your heating system runs normally, you don’t switch fuel types, and you perform routine maintenance.
What We Do: We perform a non-invasive visual check of all easy-to-reach areas. We inspect both the inside and outside your chimney. We check the brickwork for damage, look for heavy creosote buildup, and confirm strong connections and a working damper.
When It’s Needed: You need a Level 2 evaluation whenever you sell or transfer a property. You also need it when you change an appliance.
What We Do: We run a specialized live-feed camera through the full length of your flue liner. This lets us and the homeowner see hidden hairline cracks in real time. We view them on a monitor. We also inspect accessible areas in attics, basements, and crawlspaces.
When it’s Needed: Recommend a Level 3 inspection only when a Level 1 or Level 2 evaluation finds a severe hazard.You may not see the hazard, and you cannot fully check it without opening walls or removing parts.
What We Do: This process involves the careful, planned removal of structural elements. These include interior drywall, siding, or parts of the exterior masonry crown. We do this to inspect hidden structural framing. We also check for a possible internal liner collapse.
Because the Twin Cities metro has both old and new homes, our inspection approach varies. Your home’s location determines it.
Yes. Standard home inspectors only check the hearth with a flashlight.
Our Level 2 video camera goes deep into the flue. It finds hidden hairline cracks. It also finds missing mortar joints. It can spot past chimney fire damage. A flashlight can miss these issues.
A Level 1 check takes 45–75 minutes, while a Level 2 video scan takes about 90 minutes. We guarantee a 100% mess-free job.
We fully cover your floors with heavy drop cloths. We also run industrial HEPA dust-control vacuums. Whether you live in a classic Bloomington rambler, or you book routine Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning, your living room stays spotless.
Don't panic. We provide a clear digital report with real-time photo and video evidence from the scan.
Because we are a full-service venting authority, you won’t need third-party contractors. We can seamlessly transition to fix the issue—handling everything from historic brick tuckpointing.
Your home’s safety should never be left to chance. Whether you are closing on a new property, noticed a smoky backdraft, or simply need an annual safety check, JB Chimney Services delivers meticulous, mess-free work and line-item clear reporting.
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JB Chimney Services: Built on Trust, Certified for Safety, Serving the Twin Cities Areas
911 Johnson parkway, St Paul, MN 55106
Jbhomeservices24@gmail.com
(615)800-8896
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