What we typically see in Elkhorn
Elkhorn (annexed by Omaha in 2007) is overwhelmingly post-1995 construction, and most of the chimneys we see here are factory-built metal fireplace systems housed in framed chases with shingled or sided exteriors. Issues we routinely find: chase covers that have rusted through and are leaking water onto the firebox, missing or damaged spark-arrestor caps after windstorms, and flues that have never been swept since the home was built.
Why local matters
We're not interested in selling you the biggest job possible. For newer Elkhorn homes, the right answer is usually a sweep, a chase cover inspection, and a cap check. We'll show you the photos and recommend only what your home actually needs.
Neighborhoods we serve
Don't see your neighborhood? We probably still cover it — just call.
Services available in Elkhorn
Common questions from Elkhorn homeowners
I've never had my chimney swept and the house is only 8 years old — is it really necessary?
Probably yes, even more so because it's been ignored. Eight years of even moderate use deposits enough creosote to matter, and we frequently find chase covers rusting through on Elkhorn homes in that age range. The annual NFPA 211 inspection takes an hour and is the most cost-effective fire insurance on the market.
What's the difference between a Level 1 and a Level 2 inspection?
Level 1 is the annual visual check of accessible parts — what we recommend for routine maintenance on a chimney that's been kept up. Level 2 adds a video-camera scan of the full flue interior and is required by NFPA 211 for real-estate transactions, after a chimney fire, after a major weather event, or any time you change the fuel type or the appliance. We do both. If you're not sure which you need, call us — we'll tell you straight.