
Harrisburg, IL Illinois 62946
When you require your chimney inspected, we are available and prepared to assist! We offer a full range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Just give us a call and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer happiness is our main priority. We proudly provide fast response times and the best quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A fundamental evaluation known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any kind of special tools. A technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also check to ensure there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is much more comprehensive. This will include everything that is executed with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a cam or other device to check the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic and also any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection performed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a home. It's additionally suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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've made a lot of adjustments in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only carried out in severe circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to confirm the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done once a year and maintained as needed.