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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without using any special devices. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also inspect to see to it there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental assessment with the addition of a video camera or other device to inspect the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic and any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment performed during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also 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've made a great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more extensive assessment is additionally recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments executed 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 sort of inspection is only carried out in severe situations when it is definitely needed in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed once a year and maintained as needed.