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A basic assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without the use of any special devices. A service technician will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will additionally examine to ensure there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a cam or other device to check the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection carried out during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which may 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 utilize your fire place, then the more thorough examination is also advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only carried out in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed 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 executed yearly and maintained as needed.