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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without the use of any kind of special devices. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise check to make sure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have never had any kind of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is much more comprehensive. This will include everything that is executed with a basic evaluation with the addition of a cam or other device to inspect the whole flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection carried out during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which might have affected 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 fireplace, then the more extensive examination is additionally recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only performed in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed annually and maintained as needed.