Rochester Chimney Sweep
“Annual chimney inspection — documented properly, every time.”
CSIA Level 1 and Level 2 protocols with photo documentation. The kind of report your insurance company expects to see.
●CSIA Level 1 + 2 documented●Camera scan on every flue●Annual inspection before burn season
Book inspection before fall — early dates fill in August
Drop your email — we'll tell you when fall inspection slots open. CSIA Level 1 + 2 done right.
Real CSIA-aligned inspection vs the $99 chimney special
The point of an annual chimney inspection isn't the sweep — it's the documentation your homeowners' insurance expects when something goes wrong. CSIA Level 1 protocol + written photo report is the standard carriers actually accept.
| What you're paying for | CSIA-aligned | $99 special |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection type | CSIA Level 1 (interior, exterior, connected appliance, photos) | Surface scan only — visible flue from below |
| Camera scan | Included — flue interior photographed | Not included or available "upgrade" |
| Documentation | Written report + photos delivered same day | Verbal "looks OK" or 1-page checkmark form |
| Insurance acceptance | Accepted as compliance evidence by major carriers | Usually not accepted; carrier asks for "full inspection report" |
| Time on-site | 45–90 min for a clean inspection | 15–20 min — surface look + sign |
| Coverage if chimney fire later | Documented inspection supports your claim | Carrier may dispute coverage citing inadequate maintenance |
| Typical price | $150–$225 | $99–$129 |
Recent guides
Practical chimney sweep and inspection guides for Rochester
Documented
CSIA Level 1 and Level 2 inspection protocols — documented in writing
CSIA-Aligned
Camera scan of every flue — photos in your report, you see what we see
Honest
Honest pass/fail — we tell you when you don’t need a sweep yet