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A basic evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any type of special tools. A service technician will examine all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will likewise inspect to make certain there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. 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 evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental assessment with the addition of a video camera or other tool to check the entire flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic and any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation done during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also recommended 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 have actually made a great deal of adjustments in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only performed in serious situations when it is definitely needed in order to confirm the 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.