Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Trusted Chimney Inspection for Las Vegas Homeowners
Most Las Vegas homeowners call us for a chimney inspection because something doesn’t feel right: a damp spot on the ceiling, a fireplace that smokes back into the living room, or a home purchase that hinges on a clean bill of health. We’ve been inspecting chimneys across the valley since 2002, and Nathan Corliss built Ashby Chimney Las Vegas on a simple idea: show the homeowner what we see, put the price in writing before we touch anything, and stand behind the work. That’s the Kingswell Guarantee, and it means every inspection includes a written report you can actually understand – not jargon, not a sales pitch. If you need a Chimney Inspection in Las Vegas, call (725) 220-6109 and a live person answers, day or night.
Fireplace Inspection
A fireplace inspection is a close look at the firebox, damper, hearth, and surrounding masonry to make sure everything that holds fire is still doing its job. In Las Vegas, we see a particular problem in older homes from the 1970s and 1980s: firebrick that looks fine from the living room but has hairline cracks running through the mortar joints, which lets heat reach combustible framing behind the brick. Ashby Chimney Las Vegas includes a fireplace inspection with every chimney inspection we perform, and most full inspections run between $229 and $399 depending on home size and whether a camera scan is needed.
Firebox and Hearth
We check the firebox floor for cracked or missing firebrick, and we measure the hearth extension to confirm it meets current clearance requirements. In neighborhoods like Summerlin South and Southern Highlands, we regularly find hearths that were built to older code and are too shallow for today’s standards.
Damper Operation
A damper that won’t fully open or close is more than annoying – it wastes cooled air all summer and lets smoke roll into the room in winter. We lubricate and adjust dampers during routine inspections when possible, and we tell you plainly if a replacement makes sense or if yours has years left.
Styles & brands we work with
Chimney Inspection Services
Chimney inspection services cover three levels defined by the National Fire Protection Association: Level 1 (routine annual check), Level 2 (camera scan after property transfer, chimney fire, or structural event), and Level 3 (invasive access to hidden areas). Most Las Vegas homeowners need a Level 1 or Level 2, and we’ll tell you which is appropriate before we start – not after we’re inside. A standard chimney inspection from Ashby Chimney Las Vegas typically runs $229 to $399, and that price is on paper before the work begins. You can reach us at (725) 220-6109 to book.
Home Sale and Real Estate
If you’re buying or selling in Paradise, Green Valley, Winchester, or anywhere else in the valley, a Level 2 camera inspection is the standard the real estate industry expects. We provide the written report your agent and lender need, usually within 24 hours of the inspection.
Post-Storm and Monsoon Checks
The desert monsoon season from July through September pounds chimney caps and crowns with wind-driven rain and dust. If your chimney took a hit during a summer storm, a quick inspection catches crown cracks before water becomes a ceiling stain.
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Chimney Flue Inspection
A chimney flue inspection examines the liner – the clay or steel tube that vents combustion gases out of your home – for cracks, gaps, and blockages. In Las Vegas, the big flue problem we see isn’t rain or freezing; it’s creosote buildup from wood-burning fireplaces that gets baked hard by the desert heat, plus nests from birds and rodents looking for shade. Most chimney flue inspections in Las Vegas run $229 to $399, and if we need to scope the full liner with a camera, that’s included in the quote we hand you before we start.
Clay Tile Liner Condition
Clay tile liners crack from age and from the intense heat cycling of fires followed by cool desert nights. A cracked flue tile isn’t always an emergency, but it should be documented and watched – we’ll tell you if yours can wait or if it’s moving toward a fire hazard.
Blockage and Wildlife
Birds build nests on chimney smoke shelves, and squirrels in North Las Vegas and Aliante will happily chew through a missing cap to get inside. A flue inspection confirms whether anything is blocking the path from firebox to sky, which matters for both draft and carbon monoxide safety.
Chimney Fire
A chimney fire happens when creosote inside the flue ignites and burns at temperatures high enough to crack clay liners and damage the chimney structure. The scary part is that many chimney fires burn quietly or at low intensity, and the homeowner never knows it happened – until the next inspection finds the damage. After any chimney fire, even a small one, you need a Level 2 chimney inspection before using the fireplace again. Ashby Chimney Las Vegas charges $229 to $399 for a standard inspection, and we’ll assess post-fire damage honestly: if the flue is compromised, we tell you, and if it’s safe, we tell you that too. Call (725) 220-6109 to schedule a post-fire evaluation.
Creosote Risk in the Desert
Creosote – the sticky, tarry byproduct of wood smoke – builds up fastest when fires burn cool and smolder, which happens often on mild Las Vegas winter nights. Stage-three creosote looks like glossy black tar on the flue wall and is the leading cause of chimney fires here.
After the Fire
Post-fire inspections look for puffy or cracked flue tiles, warped metal liners, and damage to the chimney cap. We also check the surrounding masonry for heat transfer marks. Peace of mind on this isn’t optional – a compromised chimney can exhaust into wall cavities, and that’s a carbon monoxide risk you won’t smell.
Level 2 Chimney Inspection
A Level 2 chimney inspection includes everything in a Level 1 check, plus a video camera scan of the entire flue interior and access to the attic, crawl space, and exterior of the chimney. In Las Vegas, a Level 2 is required by most lenders and insurance companies after any sale, major renovation, chimney fire, or significant weather event like a monsoon microburst. Ashby Chimney Las Vegas performs Level 2 inspections for $349 to $399 in most homes, and you get a full written report with pictures from the camera scan. The whole process takes about 90 minutes.
What We Point the Camera At
The camera travels from the firebox to the flue crown, and we watch for cracked clay tile, gaps in mortar joints between tiles, and areas where smoke has been escaping into surrounding masonry. Homeowners in Whitney, Sunrise Manor, and Nellis AFB are often surprised by what the camera reveals in chimneys that look fine from the outside.
When the Bank Requires It
Real estate transactions in Paradise and Spring Valley almost always trigger a Level 2 chimney inspection when a fireplace exists, especially for FHA and VA loans. We schedule quickly, provide the written report your lender needs, and we don’t inflate findings to sell unnecessary work.
Chimney Leak
A chimney leak is water entering the home through or around the chimney, and in Las Vegas it’s most common after the sudden downpours we get during monsoon season. The usual entry points are a cracked flue crown, failed flashing where the chimney meets the roof, or a damaged chimney cap. A leak inspection from Ashby Chimney Las Vegas runs $229 to $329, and we trace the water path with a camera and moisture meter so we fix the actual source – not the symptom. Call (725) 220-6109 if you’re seeing water stains near your fireplace or chimney chase.
Flashing and the Desert Sun
Roof flashing around Las Vegas chimneys takes a beating from UV exposure, which dries out sealant and causes the metal to lift from the roofline. We check flashing integrity during leak inspections and explain whether a reseal is enough or if the flashing needs replacing.
Interior Signs We Look For
Water inside a chimney often shows up as efflorescence – white mineral staining on brick – or as a damp, musty smell that gets stronger in the attic during summer. We also look for rust on the damper and water streaks in the firebox, which tell us how long a leak has been active.
Chimney Camera Inspection
A chimney camera inspection uses a high-resolution video camera on a flexible rod to examine the entire flue liner from top to bottom, in real time. It’s the only way to see what’s actually inside your chimney without breaking into masonry, and it catches things a flashlight from the roof never will. Ashby Chimney Las Vegas includes camera scanning as part of every Level 2 inspection, at $349 to $399, and we walk you through the footage on our screen so you can see what we see. If we find a problem, you’ll have photo evidence – not just someone’s word.
What the Camera Reveals
A camera scan documents hairline cracks in clay tile, deteriorating mortar joints, and areas where creosote has solidified to a glassy glaze. It also confirms whether a flue is correctly sized for the fireplace, which matters for draft in older Las Vegas homes that have been remodeled.
Documentation for Insurance
If you’re filing an insurance claim after monsoon damage or a chimney fire, adjusters respond to visual evidence. We provide still images and video clips from the camera inspection with every report, so your claim is grounded in documentation, not description.
Brands We Service
We work on Gelco chimney caps and dampers routinely, and we’ve replaced dozens of failed Gelco multi-flue caps across the valley. The original castings are solid, but the silicone sealant around the base dries out in the desert sun, and we know exactly what to look for and what to reuse versus replace.
Olympia Chimney and Copperfield supply the chimney caps, dampers, and chase covers we install when a replacement is actually needed. Famco makes the venting and termination caps we use on many modern homes in Summerlin South and Green Valley. Whether you have Gelco, Olympia, Famco, Copperfield, or any other make, we can help.
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Smoke rolls back into the room. This usually means the flue is blocked or the damper isn’t opening fully. A smoking fireplace isn’t just unpleasant – it’s releasing combustion gases into your living space, and that’s a carbon monoxide risk.
- White staining on the brick or stone. Efflorescence is the chimney sweating minerals out of the masonry, and it means water is getting in. Left alone, that moisture freezes, expands, and cracks brick in winter, even in Las Vegas.
- A smell like campfire when the fireplace is cold. That’s creosote off-gassing, and it means the flue has a significant creosote coating that should be removed before the next burn. It also signals that last season’s fires were too cool and smoky.
- Crumbling mortar or loose brick on the chimney exterior. The mortar joints hold the whole stack together. When they start to go, the structure destabilizes, and the repair cost only climbs while the risk to people below does the same.
- You just bought the house and no one can find an inspection record. People sell homes with undocumented chimney problems all the time. A Level 2 camera inspection gives you your own baseline, not the seller’s word or a guess.
Our Process, Step by Step
Step 1: Call and talk to a person. You reach a live human at (725) 220-6109, 24 hours a day. We ask about your home’s age, fireplace type, and what prompted the call, then we book a window that actually works for you.
Step 2: Arrival and written price. Nathan Corliss or one of our background-checked technicians arrives in uniform, walks the property with you, and puts the inspection price on paper before touching anything. That number doesn’t change at the end.
Step 3: The inspection itself. We check the firebox, damper, smoke chamber, flue liner, chimney cap, crown, flashing, and masonry, then run the camera when a Level 2 is called for. You’re welcome to watch the feed as we go.
Step 4: The walkthrough and report. We show you the camera footage, explain what we found in plain English, and hand you a written report same day. If something needs repair, we give you options with prices – and we tell you when something can wait.
Step 5: The written guarantee. Every repair we recommend and complete carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it fails within the guarantee period, we return and fix it at no charge. Not a pro-rated credit, not a phone-call runaround. A guarantee on paper.
How Much Does Chimney Inspection Cost in Las Vegas?
A standard chimney inspection in Las Vegas runs $229 to $399 depending on the level. A Level 1 visual inspection for a routine annual check is on the lower end, while a Level 2 inspection with full camera scan runs $349 to $399 in most homes. Homes with multiple flues, steep roof access, or complicated chase construction may fall slightly outside that range, but you’ll know the number before we begin. What affects cost most is the level of inspection and the home’s construction – not the mood of the guy with the flashlight. Avoid companies that quote vague “starting at” prices and show up with add-ons; our free estimate over the phone gives you a firm figure for a standard inspection, and any extras require your signature before work starts. If something isn’t needed, we say so.
Our Service Area Near Las Vegas
Ashby Chimney Las Vegas serves the entire valley and the surrounding communities, including Chimney Inspection in Paradise, Chimney Inspection in Summerlin South, Southern Highlands, Green Valley, Winchester, Sunrise Manor, Nellis AFB, Whitney, Aliante, North Las Vegas, and Spring Valley. Most inspections in these areas are completed on the first visit, with a written report delivered same day. If you need a home chimney inspection in Las Vegas proper, call (725) 220-6109 to schedule.
Serving Las Vegas, NV - Our Local Coverage Area
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Inspection in Las Vegas
A chimney inspection is a professional evaluation of your fireplace, flue, and chimney structure to confirm it’s safe to use and free of damage or blockage. The National Fire Protection Association defines three levels, and we’ll recommend the right one based on your situation, whether it’s a routine annual check or a camera scan for a home purchase. Most Las Vegas inspections take 60 to 90 minutes.
A standard Level 1 inspection takes 45 to 60 minutes from arrival to final walkthrough. A Level 2 with a camera scan runs about 90 minutes in most Las Vegas homes. We let you know the expected window for your home when you book, and our written report is ready same day.
Chimney inspections in Las Vegas typically run $229 to $399 depending on the level, with Level 1 checks on the lower end and Level 2 camera inspections at $349 to $399. The exact price for your home is quoted in writing before we start, so there are no surprises at the end. Call (725) 220-6109 for a free estimate over the phone.
Yes. We inspect and service masonry chimneys, factory-built fireplaces, and chimney systems with components from Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, Copperfield, and other major brands. Whether you have an old wood-burning masonry stack or a modern prefab fireplace, our inspection process covers it. If we find a part that needs replacing, we source from chimney-trade suppliers, not big-box generic substitutes.
We answer calls 24/7, and we can usually get out within one to two business days for urgent situations like water actively entering the home or a suspected chimney fire. If you have an active chimney fire or a visible gas smell, call your fire department first, then call us at (725) 220-6109 once it’s safe. We prioritize emergency callouts and will tell you honestly over the phone whether it can wait a day or needs immediate attention.
Our 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every repair we complete: if the repair fails within the guarantee period, we return and correct it at no charge to you. The guarantee is provided in writing on every job, not sold as an add-on. It’s part of the Kingswell Guarantee standard we hold every Ashby location to.
Move any furniture or decor away from the fireplace so we have a clear working area, and have your home’s inspection history ready if you have it, especially if you’ve had masonry repairs or liner work done before. If the fireplace was used recently, let the ashes cool completely before we arrive. We handle everything else, including drop cloths and cleanup; we leave your home as clean as we found it.
Schedule Your Chimney Inspection Service in Las Vegas Today
You deserve a chimney inspection that tells you the truth, in writing, at a price you approved before the work started. Call Ashby Chimney Las Vegas at (725) 220-6109 for a free, no-obligation estimate and a real person on the phone, day or night. Nathan Corliss and our team are ready to put the Kingswell Guarantee to work for your home.
Written by Nathan Corliss, Owner at Ashby Chimney Las Vegas, serving Las Vegas since 2002.