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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without using any special tools. A professional will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also examine to make certain there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is much more comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to inspect the whole flue and also internal chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of evaluation carried out during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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've made a lot of changes in the way you use your fire place, then the more thorough assessment is additionally recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only done in serious situations when it is absolutely necessary in order to confirm the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as required.