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A standard inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any kind of special tools. A service technician will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will likewise inspect to make certain there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will include everything that is completed with a basic assessment with the addition of a video camera or other tool to check the whole flue and also inner chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of evaluation executed during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's additionally recommended 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 have actually made a lot of adjustments in the way you use your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just done in serious situations when it is definitely necessary in order to confirm the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out annually and maintained as required.