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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any special tools. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held light to make certain that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also 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 regular use of your fireplace, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will include everything that is executed with a basic assessment with the addition of a video camera or other device to examine the entire flue and internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of inspection done during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise advised 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 have actually made a lot of modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only done in serious circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done annually and maintained as needed.