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A standard evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any special devices. A technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also check to ensure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is executed with a standard assessment with the addition of a cam or other tool to examine the whole flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would also include an inspection of the attic as well as any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation carried out during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, 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 fireplace, then the more in-depth assessment is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just carried out in serious circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as required.