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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any special devices. A service technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise inspect to make sure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will include everything that is completed with a fundamental assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to inspect the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment performed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any kind of 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 great deal of changes in the way you use your fireplace, then the more comprehensive examination is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments performed 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 serious circumstances when it is absolutely 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 required.