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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any type of special tools. A service technician will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise check to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any issues in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is more comprehensive. This will include everything that is completed with a basic evaluation with the addition of a camera or other tool to inspect the whole flue and interior chimney structure. It would also include an inspection of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation done during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a home. It's additionally suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any event which may have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is just performed in severe circumstances when it is absolutely 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 carried out once a year and maintained as required.