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A fundamental assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A professional will examine all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a light to see to it that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally check to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is much more comprehensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a cam or other device to examine the whole flue and also internal chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of inspection carried out during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's additionally recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any 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 modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is also advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just done in serious situations when it is definitely needed in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed annually and maintained as needed.