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Each time I have been on an inspection when a chimney sweep has his camera there, he has a monitor set up near the fireplace so anyone can see the live feed from the chimney.
The way this guy does it is: his assistant is on the top of the chimney lowering the camera while listening to instructions such as lower, rotate, back up, etc., and he is watching the monitor.
Correct about not all chimney sweeps are masons, but many are and can do repairs. You just need to ask. As with any profession, it's always best to get a personal referral when calling someone.
Agreed. And get a second opinion on the job itself.
I've found most true masons are craftsman and will go to the n'th degree to do a job right.
I've met good chimney sweeps- and they clean on a schedule and charge a reasonable price.
But I'm wary of do-it-all-shops (at least around here). There is an art to rebuilding a good chimney, proper lintel position, smoke shelf build, attention to prevailing winds for height and draw, the right mortar mix to blend in the rebuild....
I leave that to someone who knows their stuff.
I burn wood, maybe 5-6 cords a year, so I've learned to trust guys that care about performance and craftsmanship- not making a quick buck.
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