Whitmore Lake, MI Michigan 48189
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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any special tools. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also inspect to make sure there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of concerns in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will consist of everything that is executed with a standard inspection with the addition of a camera or other tool to check the whole flue and internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic as well as any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment performed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a lot of modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just done in serious circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to validate the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done once a year and maintained as required.