Masonry-first since 2009
Chimney Inspection in Washington, DC
Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections with a written, photographed report. Serving Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Petworth and the wider Washington DC — quoted flat, in writing, before any work.
- Buying or selling a home with a fireplace
- Water stains on the ceiling or walls near the chimney
- White staining (efflorescence) on exterior brick
- You've never had the chimney inspected
Flat quotes · No sales visits · Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA
CSIA-certified sweeps & masons
NFPA 211 standards
1,200+ DMV chimneys since 2009
Rowhouse specialists
Flat, written quotes — always
No surprises
Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA
Historic districts included
About Chimney Inspection
Buying a home, seeing water stains, or just haven't looked in years? Brickline performs Level 1, 2, and 3 chimney inspections to CSIA and NFPA 211 standards — including full video scans of the flue. Every inspection ends with a written, photographed report you can hand to your insurer, your home inspector, or your historic review board.
Price: $99–$250 · Duration: 1–2 hours
Signs You Need Inspection
- Buying or selling a home with a fireplace
- Water stains on the ceiling or walls near the chimney
- White staining (efflorescence) on exterior brick
- You've never had the chimney inspected
- After any chimney fire, storm damage, or nearby construction
Which Level Do You Need?
Level 1 is a visual check for chimneys in regular use with no changes — $99. Level 2 adds a video flue scan and is required by NFPA 211 on any sale of property or after any operating malfunction — $189. Level 3 involves opening up concealed areas when a serious hazard is suspected — quoted after a Level 2, up to $250 for the inspection itself.
Real Estate Deadlines
We hold slots for real-estate inspections and deliver the photographed report the same day — because we know your option period doesn't wait. Priya N. in Bethesda put it best: the photo report caught a cracked flue tile the general inspector missed.
How Our Chimney Inspection Works
Calm, documented, and mess-free from start to finish.
Exterior assessment
Crown, cap, flashing, and visible masonry from roof level.
Video flue scan
Camera inspection of the full flue interior (Level 2 and up).
Firebox & damper check
Smoke chamber, damper operation, and firebox condition.
Photographed report
Written findings with photos, delivered same day.
The Brickline Way
Why Washington, DC Neighbors Call Brickline
We're masons who sweep chimneys, not a call center with subcontractors.
Masons First
Our crews are trained masons, not just sweeps. Repointing, rebuilds, and crown work are done in-house — never subcontracted.
Rowhouse Specialists
1,200+ pre-war chimneys serviced since 2009 — Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Old Town, and every brick block in between.
Flat, Written Quotes
You get the number before we touch a brick. If it's not on the quote, you don't pay for it.
CSIA Certified
Sweeps and inspections to CSIA and NFPA 211 standards, with a written report every visit.
Licensed in DC, MD & VA
Fully licensed and insured across all three jurisdictions, including historic districts.
One Local Crew
No call centers, no franchises. The person who quotes your job is the one who shows up.
Reviews
What the Neighbors Say
“They matched the mortar on our 1918 rowhouse perfectly. You can't tell where the repair starts. Flat quote, no surprises, brick dust swept off the sidewalk when they left.”
Laura B.
Capitol Hill, DC
“Two other companies told us to tear the chimney down. Brickline rebuilt the top four courses with reclaimed brick and it looks original. Historic review board approved it without a note.”
James O.
Old Town Alexandria, VA
“Sweep and Level 2 inspection before we bought the house. The photo report caught a cracked flue tile the general inspector missed. Worth every dollar of the $250.”
Priya N.
Bethesda, MD
“The $189 sweep is actually $189. Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vacuum running the whole time, written report with photos before they left. Booking again next fall.”
Marcus T.
Petworth, DC
“Water had been getting into the firebox for two winters. They found the cracked crown in one visit, quoted it flat, and fixed it in an afternoon. Dry ever since.”
Ellen W.
Silver Spring, MD
“No upsells, no scare tactics. The mason who quoted the repointing was the one on the roof doing it. That alone puts them ahead of everyone else we called.”
Tom H.
Arlington, VA
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Flat quotes · No sales visits · Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA