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A basic inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any special devices. A professional will examine all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also check to ensure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of problems in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is much more extensive. This will include everything that is completed with a standard inspection with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to check the whole flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic as well as any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection done during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a lot of adjustments in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more thorough examination is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only performed in serious situations when it is definitely needed 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 done once a year and maintained as needed.