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A standard inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any special devices. A technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise inspect 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 normal use of your fireplace, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is much more extensive. This will include everything that is completed with a basic evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other tool to check the entire flue and internal chimney structure. It would also include an inspection of the attic as well as any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation carried out during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's also suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a lot of adjustments in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more in-depth evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only done in extreme circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out annually and maintained as needed.