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A basic inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A service technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise examine to make sure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have never had any kind of concerns in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to examine the whole flue and interior chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment done during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's likewise suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a great deal of adjustments in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more thorough evaluation is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only performed in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed in order to confirm the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as needed.