Fireplace Inspections
This
course will discuss statutory regulations concerning fireplace and chimney
inspections, as well as the elements of fireplaces, chimneys, and wood burning
stoves. We will discuss the proper methods of construction, installation,
maintenance, and safety considerations necessary to enhance a home inspection
and provide an increased level of comfort for your clients.
The
course will also discuss various types of fireplaces and chimneys, including
masonry, prefabricated metal, antique stone rubble, and vintage, as well as the
components of these structures. Components generally include the firebox,
damper, lintel, hearth, ash dump, smoke chamber, flue, rain cap, and spark
arrestor. The course concentrates on safety features in gas fired fireplaces,
fire blocking between floors, and basic tools for these specialized
inspections.