Question

windish chimney services
consultants: safety check & service reminders
for routine consultations, you will need the following four forms: an invoice, the code - 7 form, chimney
sweep form, and client checklist. for assessing chimney safety, follow the code - 7 form for the
procedural order for the safety check. take the time to measure the space between the chimney parts and
any wood construction, such as framing or trim. there must be at least two inches of distance because
wood can continue to dry and catch fire at temperatures as low as 200 degrees fahrenheit. when you go
over the client checklist with the client, read this point about clearance verbatim, have the client sign the
list, and leave a copy with the client.
chimney units with an upper layer of brick could have bird - nesting materials in the crown or flue. all
preliminary cleaning consults and safety checks must determine if the unit has this type of debris and the
amount. consultants should write this on the clients invoice and make a note on the chimney sweep
form that will guide the cleaning team.
clay tile liners must be checked for cracks during safety checks and pre - cleaning consultations. this is
for the safety of the client and sweeping team. if there are cracks in the flue tiles, write up your
recommendation on the invoice and go over the prices and replacement types with the client. on the
checklist in the other section, write down the exact number of split tiles that need replacement. when
there is excessive liner damage, recommend a chimney liner upgrade of stainless steel or aluminum. our
region codes require liners be installed with high temperature insulation for safety reasons and more
efficient function. tell the client the benefits of the upgrade and communicate how our liners have been

you work as a consultant at windish chimney
services. according to the instructions shown, if
there is a clay tile liner that is severely damaged,
you should:
a. advise the client to replace it with
an aluminum or steel liner.
b. count the split tiles and report the
number to the chimney sweep
team.
c. discuss with the client the cost to
replace clay tiles.
d. invoice for a complete flue cleaning
with individual tile replacements.
e. write down the recommendation for
liner replacement on the checklist.

Explanation:

The text mentions that when there is excessive liner damage (like a severely damaged clay - tile liner), one should recommend a chimney liner upgrade (such as stainless steel or aluminum). Option E aligns with this as it involves writing down the recommendation for liner replacement on the checklist.

Answer:

E. write down the recommendation for liner replacement on the checklist.