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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any kind of special devices. A professional will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held light to ensure 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 not had any kind of problems in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will include everything that is completed with a basic assessment with the addition of a cam or other device to check the entire flue and internal chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation executed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, 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 use your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just performed in severe situations when it is definitely necessary in order to validate the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as required.