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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without the use of any type of special devices. A service technician will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also examine to see to it there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any type of problems in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will consist of everything that is completed with a standard inspection with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to check the entire flue and also inner chimney structure. It would also include an inspection of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of inspection performed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a home. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any kind of 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 adjustments in the way you use your fire place, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only carried out in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as required.