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A basic assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any type of special devices. A specialist will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also check to make certain there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more in depth. This will include everything that is executed with a standard inspection with the addition of a camera or other device to check the entire flue and also inner chimney structure. It would additionally include an assessment of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation performed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of changes in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more thorough assessment is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only carried out in extreme circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed annually and maintained as needed.