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A standard evaluation known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without the use of any type of special tools. A technician will examine all the basic structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also examine to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any kind of concerns in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a fundamental assessment with the addition of a camera or other device to examine the entire flue and also inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of inspection performed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any kind 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 great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is additionally recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only done in serious circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as required.