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A standard inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without using any special devices. A technician will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will additionally check to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more extensive. This will include everything that is completed with a basic assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to check the entire flue and also internal chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation carried out during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a property. It's additionally suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which may 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 use your fire place, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also 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 definitely needed in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as needed.