Restoration · Fire, Age & Historic
For chimneys too damaged for a simple repair — aging masonry, fire and smoke damage, and historic restoration that respects the original design.
Restoration is for chimneys that need more than a patch — extensive weather or fire damage, structural failure, or original construction that was never done right. Chimspector specializes in fire restoration and historic work, including the Ahren-Fire Restoration System for performance and code compliance.
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What’s included
When deterioration is too extensive to patch, the crown, the stack, or the firebox is rebuilt in materials chosen to match.
Materials and techniques chosen to match original construction and character.
Post-fire assessment and rebuild, including the Ahren-Fire system installed inside the existing fireplace to restore draft and code compliance.
How it works
We establish the full scope of damage before proposing a plan.
A detailed plan and estimate, with materials selected to match the original construction.
We complete the work and walk you through the finished, ready-to-use system.
What our customers say
“Drew actually came over the same day the hurricane was scheduled to arrive to secure a tarp over the leaky chimney. Now the work is complete, the caps look great, and no more leaky water. Would gladly do business again!”
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Read the in-depth guide in our Safety Center before you book.
Frequently asked questions
A Level 2 inspection is the most reliable way to tell. Isolated damage is usually a repair; widespread damage, poor original construction, or a fire points to restoration.
Yes — fire restoration is one of our specialties. A post-fire inspection determines the scope of damage and what's required to return the system to safe operation.
We select materials to align with the original as closely as possible. For historic brick, a perfect match can't always be guaranteed, and we discuss that transparently up front.
Explore other services
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Learn moreReady when you are
A qualified technician will evaluate your system, walk you through the findings, and help you decide what needs to happen next.
