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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without the use of any kind of special devices. A technician will examine all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a light to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also examine to ensure there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will consist of everything that is completed with a standard inspection with the addition of a cam or other device to examine the whole flue and also internal chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment performed during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a home. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of changes in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more thorough assessment is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of 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 performed in serious circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to validate 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.