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A basic assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any type of special tools. A technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to make certain that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also examine to ensure there is absolutely 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 advised inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra extensive. This will consist of everything that is executed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other tool to inspect the entire flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection carried out during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's additionally suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of adjustments in the way you use your fireplace, then the more comprehensive assessment is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only done in serious situations when it is definitely necessary in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out annually and maintained as required.