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A standard assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any kind of special tools. A service technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise inspect to make sure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have never had any kind of concerns in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is much more detailed. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a camera or other device to examine the entire flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation executed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's additionally advised if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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 utilize your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just performed in severe circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out once a year and maintained as needed.