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A standard inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without using any type of special devices. A specialist will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise check to see to it there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a camera or other tool to examine the entire flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic as well as any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of evaluation performed 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 may 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 modifications in the way you use your fire place, then the more extensive assessment is additionally advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only done in serious situations when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as required.