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A basic inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without using any special tools. A service technician will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally inspect to make certain there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra extensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard inspection with the addition of a video camera or other device to check the whole flue and interior chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection executed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which might have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a lot of changes in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more extensive examination is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only performed in extreme circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done yearly and maintained as required.