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A fundamental evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any special tools. A service technician will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also examine to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more comprehensive. This will include everything that is executed with a fundamental assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to examine the whole flue and also inner chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation executed during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a property. It's likewise suggested 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've made a great deal of changes in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more thorough evaluation is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just carried out in serious circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to validate 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.