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A fundamental evaluation called a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without the use of any special devices. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a light to make sure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise examine to ensure there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of concerns in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will consist of everything that is executed with a standard assessment with the addition of a camera or other tool to inspect the entire flue and interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection performed during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which might 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 changes in the way you use your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is likewise advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just carried out in extreme situations when it is absolutely necessary in order to confirm the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out annually and maintained as needed.