This standard refers to a visible chimney extending from a fireplace or wood-burning appliance or any building that conveys combustion exhaust to the exterior. The following conditions are inspected under this standard:
- A damaged chimney or missing elements and its ability to function as intended are affected.
- Structural damage to a chimney. Examples of structural chimney failure include, but are not limited to:
- Misalignment or detachment.
- Leaning away from the building.
- Collapsed or in imminent danger of collapse.
- Holes
- Bricks that are damaged, missing, or cracked such that smoke or combustion gases may not vent as intended
- Failed lining (e.g., creosote leaching through brick).
- For the purpose of this inspection, the ash cleanout should be considered as part of the firebox and therefore evaluated under this deficiency.
| Def# | Deficiency | Severity | Repair Due | HCV Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wood burning fireplace/appliance chimney is incomplete | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 1 | Wood burning fireplace/appliance chimney is damaged | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 1 | Failed lining (e.g., creosote leaching through brick) | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 2 | Chimney shows signs of structural failure on exterior of building | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
Chimney Standard V3.0 Updated 6/16/23
Chimney Standard V3.0 Updated 8/11/23
Revision:
15
Last modified:
15 August 2023
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