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A basic assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any kind of special tools. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also 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 normal use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard inspection with the addition of a cam or other device to examine the entire flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an assessment of the attic and any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment performed during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a property. It's additionally recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any kind of 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 adjustments in the way you use your fire place, then the more extensive examination is additionally advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just carried out in extreme circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done yearly and maintained as needed.