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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without using any kind of special tools. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise examine to make certain there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will include everything that is carried out with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to check the entire flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment carried out during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which might have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only carried out in severe situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed yearly and maintained as required.