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A standard inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without using any special tools. A service technician will examine all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise examine to ensure there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is completed with a standard evaluation with the addition of a camera or other tool to examine the entire flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would also include an inspection of the attic and any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection executed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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 lot of adjustments in the way you use your fire place, then the more in-depth evaluation is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out 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 type of inspection is just done in extreme circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to validate the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as needed.