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A standard inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any kind of special devices. A professional will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will likewise examine to see to it there is nothing obstructing 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 recommended inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will include everything that is completed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other tool to inspect the whole flue and also inner chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of inspection executed during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more thorough assessment is additionally advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only carried out in serious situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed once a year and maintained as required.