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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without the use of any kind of special tools. A technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held light to ensure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also check to ensure there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will include everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to examine the entire flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic and also any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of inspection executed during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise suggested 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 have actually made a great deal of changes in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more thorough examination is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only carried out in serious situations when it is definitely necessary in order to confirm the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done once a year and maintained as needed.