In this picture, the conduit or cable comes in contact with flue which creates
a fire or safety hazard. The conduit or cable should be a minimum of
one inch or a maximum of six inches away from the flue, depending on its
type. Repairs will be recommended
In this picture, the crack in brick fireplace or imitation brick insert
could be seismically or thermally induced, causing possible fire hazard.
Repairs will be recommended.
Chimney flashings have failed as evidenced by the sealant. Sealant
is sloppy and should not be endorsed as an approved seal. Repairs
will be recommended
This is a picture of a crack in the brick fireplace, or imitation brick
insert, could be seismically or thermally induced, causing possible fire
hazard. Repairs will be recommended.
In this picture, the ash box is rust-contaminated and should be serviced by a
licensed specialist.
In this picture, the damper control ratchet has fallen apart, apparently due
to corrosion, preventing control of the damper. Control parts are
extremely corroded and some parts show rust-through, of the sheet metal.
This makes proper draft control of the fireplace impossible and can result
in a deadly build-up of combustion gases, such as carbon monoxide, inside
the home. Repairs will be recommended
In this picture, control parts are extremely corroded and some parts show
rust-through of the sheet metal. This makes proper draft control of
the fireplace impossible and can result in a deadly build-up of combustion
gases such as carbon monoxide inside the home. Repairs will be
recommended
This is a picture of extreme corrosion and rust-through in interior of
fireplace, can result in a deadly build-up of combustion gases such as
carbon monoxide inside the home. Repairs will be recommended
In this picture, a double-walled flue in the attic is completely separated,
which represents an imminent fire hazard. The flue should be
serviced by a licensed specialist and all other chimney components should
be evaluated.
Olympian Home, Building, Condominium & Apartment Inspection
Inspector D. Kanakis 718-833-1252 ~ www.olympiancares.com
Pic by Doug Edwards
