
Lake Charles, LA Louisiana 70605
When you need your chimney inspected, we are here and ready to assist! We offer a wide range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Just give us a ring and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority. We happily provide great response times and top quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A basic evaluation known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any type of special devices. A specialist will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also check to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any kind of concerns in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is much more comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to inspect the entire flue and inner chimney structure. It would additionally include an assessment of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment performed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's additionally advised if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any 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 modifications in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more comprehensive assessment is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just done in serious circumstances when it is definitely necessary in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as needed.