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A standard inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any type of special devices. A service technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally examine to make certain there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more extensive. This will consist of everything that is completed with a standard assessment with the addition of a camera or other tool to inspect the whole flue and also internal 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 type of assessment carried out during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's additionally advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which might 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 modifications in the way you use your fire place, then the more thorough assessment is additionally recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only carried out in severe circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to validate the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed once a year and maintained as required.