Zebulon, NC North Carolina 27597
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A standard inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any type of special tools. A professional will examine all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also check to see to it there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any concerns in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to inspect the entire flue and internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an assessment of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment done during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which may have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of adjustments in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more in-depth examination is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments 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 just done in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed in order to validate the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed yearly and maintained as needed.