
Castro Valley, CA California 94546
When you need your chimney inspected, we are here and prepared to assist! We provide a full range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Just give us a ring and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer satisfaction is our main priority. We proudly provide great response times and top quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A fundamental evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any special devices. A professional will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to see to it that there is no damage or deterioration. They will additionally inspect to make sure there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have never had any type of issues in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more extensive. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a camera or other device to examine the whole flue and also inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation performed during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth examination is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just carried out in serious circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out once a year and maintained as needed.