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A standard assessment called a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without the use of any kind of special tools. A technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally check to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any issues in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to check the whole flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and also any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of inspection executed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a home. It's likewise advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any 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 changes in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments done 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 only performed in extreme circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done once a year and maintained as required.