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Chimney Inspection
Level 1 & Level 2 video camera chimney inspection. Required for real estate transactions. From $99. NFPA 211 compliant. Open until 10PM.
Quick Summary
Royal Cleaning Service offers Level 1 and Level 2 chimney inspections in Los Angeles. Level 1 inspections start at $99 and are free with a sweep. Level 2 video camera scans start at $399 and are required for real estate transactions. Available 7 days a week. Call (818) 301-4365.
Professional Chimney Inspection in Los Angeles
Royal Cleaning Service performs professional chimney inspection Los Angeles homeowners and real estate professionals rely on. We offer both Level 1 and Level 2 inspections in accordance with NFPA 211, the national fire protection standard that defines chimney inspection requirements across the United States.
Whether you need a routine annual inspection or a full video scan for an upcoming real estate transaction, our professional technicians provide a thorough evaluation with a written report you can act on.
A Level 1 inspection covers all readily accessible areas of the chimney interior and exterior, the firebox, damper, smoke shelf, and visible portions of the flue liner. This is appropriate for chimneys that are used regularly with the same appliance and have no known changes or events.
A Level 2 inspection adds a continuous video camera scan of the entire flue interior from the firebox to the chimney crown, revealing hidden cracks, spalled liner sections, and mortar gaps that a visual inspection cannot detect.
NFPA 211 specifically requires a Level 2 inspection whenever a property with a chimney changes ownership, whenever a chimney is connected to a new appliance, or whenever a chimney fire has occurred. If you are buying or selling a home in Los Angeles with a fireplace, a Level 2 chimney inspection is not optional, standard home inspectors do not have the equipment to inspect the inside of the flue.
Our written report and video footage satisfy real estate disclosure requirements and give buyers and sellers documented evidence of chimney condition.
Key Facts
- Level 1 visual inspection: $99
- Level 2 video camera inspection: $399
- Required by NFPA 211 for real estate transactions
- Written report + video footage provided
- Professional & Insured
- Sun–Fri 8AM–10PM · Sat 10AM–10PM
Level 1 vs. Level 2 Chimney Inspection: What's the Difference?
Chimney Inspection Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
Level 1 Visual Inspection Thorough visual examination of all readily accessible areas — firebox, damper, smoke shelf, and visible flue. Written summary provided. | $99 |
Level 2 Video Camera InspectionPopular Full interior video scan from firebox to crown. Reveals hidden cracks, spalled liner, and mortar gaps. Written report + video footage. Required for real estate. | $399 |
When Is a Chimney Inspection Required?
NFPA 211 requires a Level 2 chimney inspection in three specific situations: when a property changes ownership, when the chimney is being connected to a new appliance (such as converting from a wood-burning fireplace to a gas insert), or after any chimney fire or natural disaster that could have compromised the structure.
For routine annual use without any of these triggering events, a Level 1 inspection ($99) satisfies the NFPA 211 annual inspection requirement. However, if your flue has not been inspected in more than two years, if you have noticed any changes in draft or smoke behavior, or if you have had any issues with odors or unusual sounds, a Level 2 camera inspection provides a far more complete picture of the flue's condition and is worth the additional cost for peace of mind.
Buying or Selling a Home with a Fireplace in Los Angeles?
Standard home inspectors do not inspect inside the chimney flue: they only note the exterior and visible firebox. A Level 2 chimney inspection by Royal Cleaning Service provides video evidence of the flue's interior condition and a written report suitable for real estate disclosure. Required by NFPA 211 during real estate transactions. Call (818) 301-4365 to schedule.
A Level 2 chimney inspection uses a video camera system to scan the entire interior of the flue from the firebox to the chimney crown. It reveals hidden cracks, spalled clay tile sections, open mortar joints, and other defects that cannot be seen with the naked eye. NFPA 211 requires a Level 2 inspection for all real estate transactions involving a property with a chimney.
A Level 1 visual inspection costs $99. A Level 2 video camera inspection costs $399 and includes a written report with video footage of the flue interior.
A Level 1 visual inspection takes 30–45 minutes. A Level 2 camera inspection takes 60–90 minutes and includes the video documentation and written report.
Yes. Even unused chimneys accumulate debris, animal nests, and moisture damage over time. Animals such as raccoons, birds, and squirrels can build nests that create carbon monoxide hazards. An annual inspection catches these issues before they become dangerous or costly to repair.
Yes. Every inspection includes a written condition summary. Level 2 inspections also include the video footage from the camera scan, which you can share with buyers, sellers, or your insurance company.
Yes. Our professional technicians perform inspections in accordance with NFPA 211 standards. Royal Cleaning Service is professional & insured in California.
Schedule a Chimney Inspection in Los Angeles
Level 1 from $99 · Level 2 from $399. Written report included. Open Sun–Fri 8AM–10PM, Sat 10AM–10PM.