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A fundamental assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any special tools. A professional will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand held light to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also inspect to see to it there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more extensive. This will consist of everything that is executed with a standard inspection with the addition of a camera or other device to check the entire flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an assessment of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of evaluation executed during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a home. It's also advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a lot of changes in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more extensive evaluation is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only carried out in extreme situations when it is definitely needed in order to validate the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as required.