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A standard evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any type of special devices. A service technician will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held light to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also examine to make certain there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any concerns in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a cam or other device to check the entire flue and also interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment carried out during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's additionally advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, 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 have actually made a great deal of adjustments in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth examination is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just carried out in serious circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to confirm the safety and 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.