Our CCTV chimney inspection equipment allows us to scan the chimney walls to look in depth at all faults and defects.
Why get a CCTV Chimney Inspection?
It can be extremely difficult to diagnose a chimney problem. In the past, you would have had to knock a hole into the chimney, work with a very messy, limited point of access and no guarantee of finding the cause.
With Torbay Sweeps CCTV chimney surveys we use the latest technology so you can be assured of a clean and effective way of identifying the problems. The Advance chimney camera is able to record high quality footage of your chimney and identify any problems or issues, along with the appropriate solutions.
The different types of inspections:
At Torbay Sweeps we offer 2 different services for CCTV inspections:
- Root finding survey
- Full Chimney survey
Chimney inspection common questions:
What are the benefits of a CCTV Chimney Survey?
There are a number of reasons why you should consider a CCTV chimney survey:
- Our cameras have a 360 degrees rotational views so give a clearer view of you flue/chimney.
- Our cameras are small and compact, so no damage will be caused to your chimney.
- Easier and quick to identifying the problems with your chimney.
- We will leave you video footage with a detailed report of any issues.
Do you need a CCTV root finding Survey?
There are a number reasons and circumstances to why a CCTV root finding survey is a good choice to make.
You may want to consider a root finding survey if:
- Your chimney/flue has a blockage that sweeping cannot remove.
- You have suffered a chimney fire – We can tell you whether your chimney is safe to use.
- Thinking about buying a property or have recently bought it. Find out if your new chimney/flue is safe to use.
- Identify whether you should have your chimney lined.
- Your flue fails an integrity test.
- You may want to decide to reinstate an old flue.
- Check before and after building works have been carried out on a party wall.
There are a number of other reasons why you may want to get a root finding survey, if you have any question please feel free to give us a call.
On completion, we will show you the footage and images of any problems, discussing the best solutions for your circumstances.
Do you need a CCTV full chimney Survey?
We also offer a full chimney CCTV survey which is a more in-depth camera inspection of you whole chimney. The CCTV full survey report can be utilised by surveyors, estate agents or insurance companies. With this survey we will take videos and images of your chimney and write a full survey’s report and send it to you. Please get in touch for further details.
