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A basic assessment called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any type of special devices. A service technician will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise examine to see to it there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more comprehensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to examine the entire flue and also inner chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic and any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation performed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any event which might have impacted 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 use your fire place, then the more in-depth assessment is likewise advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just carried out in extreme situations when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as required.