Level 2 Chimney Inspections
Camera-scoped chimney inspections for real estate transactions, new appliance installations, and after any chimney event — documented and thorough.
What a Level 2 Inspection Covers
A complete picture of the chimney system — not just what's visible from the hearth.
- Video Flue Scan: A camera travels the flue to document liner joints, cracks, and deposits
- Accessible Areas: Attics, basements, and crawl spaces examined where accessible
- Clearances & Construction: Proper framing clearances and connections verified
- Written Findings: Clear documentation you can share with buyers, sellers, or insurers
Why Real Estate Transactions Ask for It
A chimney is one of the most expensive systems in a house to repair blind. A Level 2 inspection replaces guesswork with evidence before the papers are signed.
- Buyer Confidence: Know the true condition before you close
- Seller Preparation: Surface issues early, on your own schedule
- After the Event: Post-chimney-fire and storm assessments, documented
- New Appliance Changes: Required when fuel type or appliance changes
Camera-Scoped Inspections You Can Hand to a Closing
A Level 2 inspection covers everything a basic Level 1 does, then goes further: a video scan of the flue interior plus examination of accessible portions of the chimney in the attic, crawl space, and basement. You get straight answers about the system's condition, documented.
When Do You Need a Level 2 Inspection?
The NFPA 211 standard calls for a Level 2 inspection whenever a property is sold or transferred, when a new appliance is installed or the fuel type changes, and after any event that may have damaged the chimney — a chimney fire, severe storm, or nearby lightning strike. If you're buying or selling a home in central New Jersey, this is the inspection your transaction needs.
Why Choose Bowden's Fireside for Level 2 Inspections?
CSIA Certified
Inspections performed to the NFPA 211 standard by certified professionals.
Camera Documentation
You see what we see — the flue interior on video, not guesswork.
Transaction-Ready
Findings documented clearly for buyers, sellers, and agents.
Repairs In-House
If the scan finds problems, the same shop can fix them — cleaning to relining.
Four Generations Local
Central New Jersey chimneys are what this family business was built on.
What Our Customers Say
4.9 stars across 800+ Google reviews
Bowden's pulled off what felt like an impossible install. My fireplace wasn't designed for heating—it's deep, not wide—so finding a wood stove that actually fit and worked well took real expertise. The team handled it perfectly. The installers were on time, clean, and just good, normal people—exactly who you want in your home. Even the town fire inspector recognized their work immediately and said, "They always do things right." That says it all. Highly recommend.
We go to Bowden's to help our clients often. It's always the right choice!
Fantastic work, great service and communication. Guys were super nice, efficient, and tidy. Thank you!
Buying, Selling, or Upgrading? Schedule Your Level 2 Inspection
Get the documented answers your transaction needs — scheduled around your closing timeline.
NFPA 211 Standard • Camera-Documented • Serving Mercer County & Surrounding Areas Since 1904