I. The inspector shall inspect:

1. readily accessible and visible portions of the fireplaces and chimneys;

2. lintels above the fireplace openings;

3. damper doors by opening and closing them, if readily accessible and manually operable; and

4. cleanout doors and frames.

II. The inspector shall describe:

1. the type of fireplace.

III. The inspector shall report as in need of correction:

1. evidence of joint separation, damage or deterioration of the hearth, hearth extension or chambers;

2. manually operated dampers that did not open and close;

3. the lack of a smoke detector in the same room as the fireplace;

4. the lack of a carbon monoxide detector in the same room as the fireplace; and

5. cleanouts not made of metal, pre-cast cement, or other non-combustible material.

IV. The inspector is not required to:

1. inspect the flue or vent system.

2. inspect the interior of chimneys or flues, fire doors or screens, seals or gaskets, or mantels. 

3. determine the need for a chimney sweep. 

4. operate gas fireplace inserts. 

5. light pilot flames. 

6. determine the appropriateness of any installation. 

7. inspect automatic fuel-fed devices. 

8. inspect combustion and/or make-up air devices. 

9. inspect heat-distribution assists, whether gravity-controlled or fan-assisted. 

10. ignite or extinguish fires. 

11. determine the adequacy of drafts or draft characteristics. 

12. move fireplace inserts, stoves or firebox contents. 

13. perform a smoke test.

14. dismantle or remove any component.

15. perform a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)-style inspection.

16. perform a Phase I fireplace and chimney inspection.