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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A service technician will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also inspect to ensure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any type of issues in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more comprehensive. This will include everything that is executed with a standard evaluation with the addition of a cam or other tool to check the entire flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would additionally 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 real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's also suggested 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 modifications in the way you use your fire place, then the more extensive assessment is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just performed in severe situations when it is definitely necessary in order to confirm the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as required.