Midlothian, VA Virginia 23112
When you need your chimney inspected, we are available and prepared to assist! We offer a wide range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Simply give us a ring and we can help with your chimney needs!
Customer happiness is our #1 priority. We happily offer fast response times and top quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A basic inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any kind of special devices. A service technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally examine to make sure 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 routine use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is much more comprehensive. This will include everything that is executed with a basic assessment with the addition of a camera or other device to check the entire flue as well as internal chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment done during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a home. It's likewise advised 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 fire place, then the more extensive examination is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just performed in severe situations when it is absolutely needed in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as required.