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A standard assessment called a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any special devices. A professional will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also examine to make sure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have never had any type of problems in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other device to check the entire flue and inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an inspection of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment executed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which may have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a great deal of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth examination is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only performed in severe circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the 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.