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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without the use of any special tools. A service technician will examine all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held light to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally examine to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will include everything that is completed with a standard evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to examine the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment done during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's additionally recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any type of 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 lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more comprehensive assessment is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only performed in severe situations when it is absolutely needed in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed yearly and maintained as required.