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Chimney movement noted home inspectorsChimney movement noted: The inspector may enter this item if it is noted that the chimney appears to be pulling from the building. This may appear as a small or large gap or crack at the juncture of the chimney and the building siding. Settling of the chimney footing can cause this condition although some settlement is normal. Expansion flashing is installed on some well constructed chimneys to accommodate minor movement. Fireplaces that were added after the building was built without correctly fastening the footing or chimney to the existing structure and insufficient footings can contribute to this movement. If the condition is advanced, danger of collapse exists. To determine the extent of this condition contact a masonry contractor if the chimney is made of block, brick, or stone or a general contractor if the chimney is metal with a wood enclosure. Many times the problem can be cured or slowed down by using straps to fasten the chimney to the building. Sometimes, in severe cases, it may be necessary to strengthen the footing with additional concrete. Do not allow excessive water to stand around the chimney foundation. Adjust sprinklers, develop swales to carry away water, etc. Chimney mortar bricks or blocks loose cracked. Fire stops not installed in vent chimney chase Chimney height to roof, chimeny hight over building, minimum chimney height over roof or building
File last updated May 21, 2012 * Copyright © 2012 All rights reserved by: Accurate Inspections, Inc. A New Jersey home inspection firm 56 Woodland Drive, Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson) NJ 07424 973-812-5100 providing New Jersey Certified Home Inspections in NJ, by New Jersey Licensed home inspectors. Inspector of record Michael Del Greco, New Jersey Home Inspector License GI 0121.
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