Lenoir, NC North Carolina 28645
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A basic evaluation called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A professional will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to see to it that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also inspect to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any kind of problems in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will include everything that is completed with a standard assessment with the addition of a cam or other device to examine the entire flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment executed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a home. It's additionally suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which may have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a great deal of adjustments in the way you use your fireplace, then the more in-depth assessment is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just done in extreme circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done annually and maintained as required.