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Chimney Inspection In The Twin Cities

Special Offer!
Annual Inspection: $69 | Level 2 Inspection: $119.

Unsure which one you need? Call for a free 2-minute consultation before booking.

Free Consultation Written Report Included 3-Year Warranty

We answer the phone. No obligation, no pressure — not sure which level you need? Just ask.

Every Inspection Includes

  • Full visual assessment. Crown, cap, flashing, and accessible masonry checked.
  • Photos of what we find. Nothing you have to take our word for.
  • Written findings report. Clear, documented, and easy to share.
  • Honest recommendations. We'll tell you if it can wait.
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Written ReportPhotos included, every time
Free ConsultationWe'll help you pick the level
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On The Job

Real Inspections, Real Homes

A look at recent work across the Twin Cities metro.

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What's Included

What Gets Checked

Every inspection covers the fundamentals. Level 2 goes further with an interior video scan.

Crown & Cap Check

Visible cracks, rust, or damage at the top of the chimney.

Flashing & Roofline

The metal seal where chimney meets roof, a common leak source.

Accessible Masonry

Mortar joints and brick face checked for cracking or spalling.

Damper & Firebox

Damper function and visible condition of the firebox interior.

Interior Video Scan

Level 2 only. A camera run down the full flue, recorded for your report.

Written Findings Report

Photos and documented findings you can keep or share, every time.

Transparent Pricing

Level 1 Or Level 2?

Not sure which one applies to you? Call and we'll help you decide, free, before you book anything.

Most Common

Level 1 Inspection

$69

A visual check of the readily accessible parts of your chimney — the standard annual maintenance inspection.

  • Crown, cap, and exterior masonry check
  • Damper and firebox visual assessment
  • Written report with photos
  • Best for: routine annual checkups
Recommended For Home Sales

Level 2 Inspection

$119

Everything in Level 1, plus an interior video scan of the full flue — required after a chimney fire or a change of ownership.

  • Everything included in Level 1
  • Full interior video scan of the flue
  • Recorded footage included in your report
  • Best for: home sales, after a fire, first-time buyers
When You Need One

Situations That Call For This

You don't need to know which level applies. Tell us the situation, we'll tell you which one fits.

01

Buying Or Selling A Home

Most inspection contingencies and closings call for a Level 2 with video documentation.

02

It's Been Over A Year

Annual Level 1 inspections are the standard recommendation, even for light use.

03

You Just Had A Chimney Fire

A Level 2 with interior video scan is required before using the fireplace again.

04

You Never Inspected A New Home

No maintenance history means starting with a clean, documented baseline.

05

Something Just Looks Or Sounds Off

You don't need to diagnose it yourself. Describe what you're noticing and we'll take it from there.

How It Works

From Your Call To A Clear Answer

No pressure and no surprises. We'll help you pick the right level before you book.

01

Call Or Text

Tell us the situation — annual checkup, home sale, or something specific.

02

We Recommend A Level

Free consultation to figure out whether Level 1 or Level 2 fits your situation.

03

The Inspection

Full visual check, plus interior video scan if Level 2 applies.

04

Written Report

Photos, findings, and honest recommendations you can keep or share.

What Homeowners Say

Real Reviews From The Twin Cities

Every review below is a real customer. Hover a card to pause and read.

“Our 1920s brick chimney in Mac-Groveland was shedding mortar after a rough winter. MockingBird Chimney performed a detailed inspection and handled both the tuckpointing and crown repair in a single afternoon. Outstanding craftsmanship.”

M
Marcus LindstromSt. Paul

“Had a rusted chase cover staining our siding. They measured on Monday and installed a custom stainless steel replacement by Thursday. Zero leaks through recent downpours.”

B
Brent OlsonEdina

“Quick annual chimney sweep. Arrived right on time, laid down protective runners, and didn't leave a speck of soot on the hearth.”

D
Dave T.Minneapolis

“Solid tuckpointing work on our exterior brick stack. The top courses of brick were crumbling, but they restored them neatly and charged a very fair price.”

T
Tyler VanceSt. Paul

“Replaced our rusted chase cover fast. Clean, courteous, and reasonably priced.”

C
Craig MikkelsonMinneapolis

“Other contractors pushed for a complete rebuild, but MockingBird Chimney gave us an honest diagnosis. The brick was structurally sound; it just needed a sweep and a crown seal. They saved us thousands.”

G
Gordy NelsonEdina

“Zero mess, great chimney sweep, and very respectful crew.”

K
Kevin B.St. Paul

“The exterior brick stack was in rough shape with crumbling mortar joints. They ground out the old mortar, matched the tuckpointing to our vintage brick, and fitted an animal-proof cap on top.”

S
Samir QureshiMinneapolis

“Repaired our badly cracked concrete crown before freezing weather hit. Clear estimate, quick scheduling, and solid work.”

M
Martin GallagherEdina

“Older brick homes need technicians who understand historic masonry. They rebuilt the damaged chimney crown and did flawless tuckpointing along the weathered north side.”

P
Patrick O'SheaMinneapolis

“Our old chase cover was pooling water and causing rust lines down the siding. The new sloped stainless steel cover drained perfectly during the last storm.”

W
Walt BroderickRoseville

“Great crown repair. Caught hairline fractures early and prevented moisture damage inside our walls.”

C
Corey VanceEden Prairie

“Swept our wood stove flue and tuckpointed several loose mortar joints near the roofline. Punctual, polite, and left the hearth cleaner than they found it.”

L
Lisa M.Eagan

“Our 1920s brick chimney in Mac-Groveland was shedding mortar after a rough winter. MockingBird Chimney performed a detailed inspection and handled both the tuckpointing and crown repair in a single afternoon. Outstanding craftsmanship.”

M
Marcus LindstromSt. Paul

“Had a rusted chase cover staining our siding. They measured on Monday and installed a custom stainless steel replacement by Thursday. Zero leaks through recent downpours.”

B
Brent OlsonEdina

“Quick annual chimney sweep. Arrived right on time, laid down protective runners, and didn't leave a speck of soot on the hearth.”

D
Dave T.Minneapolis

“Solid tuckpointing work on our exterior brick stack. The top courses of brick were crumbling, but they restored them neatly and charged a very fair price.”

T
Tyler VanceSt. Paul

“Replaced our rusted chase cover fast. Clean, courteous, and reasonably priced.”

C
Craig MikkelsonMinneapolis

“Other contractors pushed for a complete rebuild, but MockingBird Chimney gave us an honest diagnosis. The brick was structurally sound; it just needed a sweep and a crown seal. They saved us thousands.”

G
Gordy NelsonEdina

“Zero mess, great chimney sweep, and very respectful crew.”

K
Kevin B.St. Paul

“The exterior brick stack was in rough shape with crumbling mortar joints. They ground out the old mortar, matched the tuckpointing to our vintage brick, and fitted an animal-proof cap on top.”

S
Samir QureshiMinneapolis

“Repaired our badly cracked concrete crown before freezing weather hit. Clear estimate, quick scheduling, and solid work.”

M
Martin GallagherEdina

“Older brick homes need technicians who understand historic masonry. They rebuilt the damaged chimney crown and did flawless tuckpointing along the weathered north side.”

P
Patrick O'SheaMinneapolis

“Our old chase cover was pooling water and causing rust lines down the siding. The new sloped stainless steel cover drained perfectly during the last storm.”

W
Walt BroderickRoseville

“Great crown repair. Caught hairline fractures early and prevented moisture damage inside our walls.”

C
Corey VanceEden Prairie

“Swept our wood stove flue and tuckpointed several loose mortar joints near the roofline. Punctual, polite, and left the hearth cleaner than they found it.”

L
Lisa M.Eagan

“Prompt, clean, and honest. Best chimney sweep in town!”

S
Sarah K.Minneapolis

“We scheduled a pre-sale inspection, and they ran an internal camera up the flue for clear photos of the entire lining. The digital report was invaluable for our home sale.”

E
Elena RostovaEdina

“Fantastic crown repair! Sealed up the cracks cleanly and stopped water from getting into the firebox.”

C
Chloe HendersonEdina

“The technician did a full sweep and safety inspection, showed me how the damper operated, and checked the flue top to bottom. It gave me total peace of mind for the winter.”

H
Hannah G.Edina

“A storm tore our spark arrestor off. They came out quickly, installed a sturdy new chimney cap, and checked the flue for debris before leaving.”

A
Aaliyah DavisMinnetonka

“Completed our Level 2 video inspection during our home purchase. The high-res photos and clear explanations made negotiating repairs straightforward.”

R
Rachel PatelBloomington

“Replaced the dented, noisy chase cover on our prefabricated fireplace. The custom stainless cover stopped the rattling during high winds completely.”

D
Diane WesterlundEdina

“Five stars! Quick chimney sweep and super friendly tech.”

B
Brooke J.Plymouth

“Booked a sweep and safety inspection. The tech walked me through the camera footage of the liner and gave practical advice on wood burning.”

J
Jenna LindquistSt. Louis Park

“Top-notch cap replacement. Fast turnaround and zero hassle.”

M
Megan S.Maple Grove

“MockingBird Chimney was easily the most careful service I've used. They sealed off the living room opening entirely before sweeping.”

D
Danielle FournierWoodbury

“Great chimney inspection — detailed photos, transparent advice, and arrived right on schedule.”

T
Trevor DahlGolden Valley

“Prompt, clean, and honest. Best chimney sweep in town!”

S
Sarah K.Minneapolis

“We scheduled a pre-sale inspection, and they ran an internal camera up the flue for clear photos of the entire lining. The digital report was invaluable for our home sale.”

E
Elena RostovaEdina

“Fantastic crown repair! Sealed up the cracks cleanly and stopped water from getting into the firebox.”

C
Chloe HendersonEdina

“The technician did a full sweep and safety inspection, showed me how the damper operated, and checked the flue top to bottom. It gave me total peace of mind for the winter.”

H
Hannah G.Edina

“A storm tore our spark arrestor off. They came out quickly, installed a sturdy new chimney cap, and checked the flue for debris before leaving.”

A
Aaliyah DavisMinnetonka

“Completed our Level 2 video inspection during our home purchase. The high-res photos and clear explanations made negotiating repairs straightforward.”

R
Rachel PatelBloomington

“Replaced the dented, noisy chase cover on our prefabricated fireplace. The custom stainless cover stopped the rattling during high winds completely.”

D
Diane WesterlundEdina

“Five stars! Quick chimney sweep and super friendly tech.”

B
Brooke J.Plymouth

“Booked a sweep and safety inspection. The tech walked me through the camera footage of the liner and gave practical advice on wood burning.”

J
Jenna LindquistSt. Louis Park

“Top-notch cap replacement. Fast turnaround and zero hassle.”

M
Megan S.Maple Grove

“MockingBird Chimney was easily the most careful service I've used. They sealed off the living room opening entirely before sweeping.”

D
Danielle FournierWoodbury

“Great chimney inspection — detailed photos, transparent advice, and arrived right on schedule.”

T
Trevor DahlGolden Valley
Why Homeowners Call Us

Straightforward, Start To Finish

Two Clear Prices

$69 or $119, no in-between surprises. We'll tell you which one fits before you book.

We Show You What We Find

Photos and, on Level 2, recorded video — not just a verbal summary.

3-Year Written Warranty

Every visit is backed for three full years, in writing, not just a verbal promise.

We'll Tell You If It Can Wait

If your chimney genuinely doesn't need it yet, we'd rather say so than sell you a visit.

Before You Call

Chimney Inspection Questions

Level 1 ($69) is a visual check of the readily accessible parts of the chimney — standard for an annual checkup. Level 2 ($119) includes everything in Level 1 plus a full interior video scan of the flue, and is what's typically required for a home sale, after a chimney fire, or a change of ownership. Not sure which you need? Call and ask — that consultation costs nothing.
Often, yes. Most inspection contingencies and title companies expect the documented interior video scan a Level 2 provides, since it's the only reliable way to confirm the flue's actual condition. We'll tell you honestly if a Level 1 would suffice for your specific situation.
A Level 1 is typically done in 30 to 45 minutes. A Level 2 runs a bit longer since it includes the full video scan, usually under an hour.
Yes, every inspection includes a written report with photos. Level 2 inspections also include the recorded video scan, so you have full documentation to keep or share with a buyer, seller, or insurer.
We'll show you photos of exactly what we found and give you a separate written quote for any repair. No all-or-nothing pricing — the inspection price stands on its own, and you decide separately whether to move forward with anything else.
We cover the greater Twin Cities metro, roughly 40 miles out from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Not sure if you're in range? Call and ask, chances are we're out your way.
Minneapolis St. Paul Bloomington Edina Woodbury Eagan Plymouth Maple Grove Minnetonka

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