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A fundamental inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any kind of special tools. A service technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally examine to make sure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more comprehensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard assessment with the addition of a cam or other device to inspect the entire flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment executed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also suggested 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 great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth evaluation is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only performed in extreme circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out once a year and maintained as needed.