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A standard evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without the use of any type of special tools. A service technician will check all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also examine to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any issues in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is more comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to check the entire flue and also internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic and any areas 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 additionally suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which might 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 fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just performed in extreme situations when it is definitely needed in order to verify the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out annually and maintained as needed.