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A standard inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A professional will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also check to ensure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will include everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to examine the entire flue and internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment executed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of 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 fire place, then the more in-depth assessment is also advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only performed in serious circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done yearly and maintained as required.