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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without using any special tools. A technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally inspect to see to it there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any type of issues in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is more in depth. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a cam or other device to check the entire flue and also interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection done during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise advised 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've made a great deal of adjustments in the way you use your fire place, then the more comprehensive examination is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just carried out in serious situations when it is definitely needed in order to verify the safety and 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.