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A standard inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without using any kind of special tools. A professional will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to see to it that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally inspect to see to it there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more detailed. This will include everything that is carried out with a basic inspection with the addition of a camera or other tool to inspect the entire flue as well as inner chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic and also any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment carried out during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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 adjustments in the way you use your fire place, then the more comprehensive examination is likewise advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only done in extreme situations when it is definitely 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 executed once a year and maintained as needed.