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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A service technician will examine all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or deterioration. They will additionally inspect to ensure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is more in depth. This will consist of everything that is executed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a cam or other device to check the whole flue and interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment executed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's additionally advised 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 examination is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just performed in extreme circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as needed.