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A basic inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any special tools. A specialist will examine all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise check to make certain there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any kind of concerns in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will consist of everything that is completed with a standard evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to check the entire flue and also internal chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment done during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a home. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just carried out in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed annually and maintained as needed.