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A basic evaluation known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special devices. A technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally check to make sure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra extensive. This will include everything that is executed with a standard evaluation with the addition of a cam or other device to inspect the whole flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic and any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of evaluation executed during a property purchase 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 event which might have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is additionally advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only done in serious circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to confirm the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed yearly and maintained as required.