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A standard assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any type of special tools. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise inspect to ensure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any concerns in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more in depth. This will consist of everything that is completed with a basic inspection with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to check the entire flue and interior chimney structure. It would also include an inspection of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation carried out during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise advised 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 modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only carried out in serious circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as needed.