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A basic inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any type of special tools. A service technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also inspect to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any type of issues in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more detailed. This will include everything that is executed with a standard assessment with the addition of a camera or other device to examine the whole flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic and also any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation executed during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also recommended 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 use your fire place, then the more thorough evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only performed in serious situations when it is definitely necessary in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as needed.