Forest City, NC North Carolina 28043
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A standard inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special devices. A technician will examine all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also inspect to see to it there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any type of issues in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to examine the whole flue and internal chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection performed during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also advised 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 have actually made a lot of changes in the way you use your fireplace, then the more in-depth examination is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed 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 sort of inspection is only performed in serious circumstances when it is definitely necessary in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as needed.