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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any special devices. A professional will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will likewise examine to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any kind of issues in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will include everything that is executed with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a video camera or other device to check the whole flue and interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment performed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's additionally suggested 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 in-depth evaluation is likewise advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just done in serious situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as required.