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A standard inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any kind of special tools. A technician will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to see to it that there is no damage or deterioration. They will additionally check to make sure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will include everything that is completed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a camera or other tool to inspect the entire flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment executed during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's additionally advised 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 have actually made a great deal of adjustments in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more comprehensive examination is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only done in extreme situations when it is definitely needed in order to confirm the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed annually and maintained as required.