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Metal chimney improper damaged storm collarMetal chimney improper damaged storm collar : The inspector will enter this item if it is noted that the metal chimney is in some way damaged or improperly installed. Occasionally inspectors will note triple-wall pipe metal chimney with the inner lining out of position or the entire stack separated in the attic or chase. Sometimes the metal chimney chase will not be properly capped allowing rain water to enter. Any of these problems should be corrected as soon as possible. Contact a chimney sweep for assistance if needed. Storm-collars are used around metal chimney vents where they pass through the vent jack on the roof. Lack of one could allow water to run down the vent and damage interior ceilings and walls. Usually a storm-collar can be retrofitted. If one is not in place, use silicone caulk around the jack/vent juncture. Call a sheet metal, metal chimney or roofing contractor. Chimney movement noted Chimney mortar bricks or blocks loose cracked. Fire stops not installed in vent chimney chase
File last updated May 16, 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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